Freed-Hardeman University
About Freed-Hardeman University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Freed-Hardeman University is a private university in Henderson, TN. It has a 91.2% acceptance rate and a 69.8% graduation rate, serving approximately 1,384 students.
Founded
1869
Location
Henderson, Tennessee
Students
1,645
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
59.7%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
70.8%
Near national average
Tuition
$25,620
Per year
Avg Net Price
$21,574
After financial aid
SAT Average
1109
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$47,485
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
59.7 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Freed-Hardeman University accepts 59.7% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
1109/ 1600
ACT Scores
24/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Above Average
70.8% complete their degree within six years
Retention
85.9%
4-Year Grad
58%
6-Year Grad
65%
Teaching Quality
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$8.6K
Class Size
Medium
While 58% finish in 4 years, 85.9% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$25,620
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$8,740
Books & Supplies
$1,300
Total Cost of Attendance
$38,315
After Financial Aid
$21,574
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$20,988
Receive Grants
18%
Take Loans
34.5%
The total cost of attendance runs about $38,315/yr, including $8,740 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $21,574.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Freed-Hardeman University fund their education.
While in School
18%
Get Grants
Free money
34.5%
Take Loans
Must repay
$62,772
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$21,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$228/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 34.5% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $21,500. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Freed-Hardeman University.
Gender
52.6%
Female
47%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,212
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
433
Graduates
18.5%
First-Gen
20 yrs
Avg Age
1.7%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (53% women, 47% men). 18.5% are first-generation college students.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
1,212
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Freed-Hardeman University fields 8 varsity teams with 358 student athletes, about 30% of the student body.
Division
NAIA
Division I
Conference
Mid-South
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
8
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
358
30% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
58% / 42%
206
Men
152
Women
6
Men's Teams
7
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Freed-Hardeman Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$47,485
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$41K
38 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$65K
37 grads
1yr Earnings
Bible/Biblical Studies
$44K
22 grads
1yr Earnings
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
—
18 grads
Film/Video and Photographic Arts
—
15 grads
Finance and Financial Management Services
—
15 grads
Graduates earn about $40K six years out, growing to $47K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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