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Freed-Hardeman University

Type 4 year, Private
Business Model Non Profit
Campus locale Town: Distant
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Small
Dormitory capacity 1,232
Religious affiliation Churches of Christ
Student to faculty ratio 13 to 1
Acceptance rate 88%
Students retention rate 85%
On-time graduation rate 65%

Located in Henderson, Tennessee, Freed-Hardeman University is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

The acceptance rate of 88% indicates that Freed-Hardeman University is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Freed-Hardeman University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 13-to-1, Freed-Hardeman University emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

Freed-Hardeman University boasts an impressive student retention rate of 85% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 70% and 74%, respectively.


  • Accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

87.9%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$23,300

Cost of attendance at Freed-Hardeman University in 2022 for students from Tennessee.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Tennessee's average $9,811
National average $30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$23,300

Cost of attendance at Freed-Hardeman University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Tennessee's average $20,464
National average $30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 99 of freshman students at Freed-Hardeman University received on average $17,926 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$17,926
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 119 34% $4,662 $554,721
Other Federal Grant 155 44% $4,935 $764,978
State Grant/Scholarships 204 58% $4,659 $950,447
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 343 98% $13,134 $4,504,963
Total Grant & Scholarships 347 99% $17,926 $6,220,388

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Freed-Hardeman University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Freed-Hardeman University students is 64.7%. Female students graduated at a rate of 65.7%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 63.3%.

64.7%

  • asian 100.0% 2 students
  • African American 36.4% 4 students
  • white 66.9% 172 students
  • unknown 55.6% 5 students
  • hispanic 25.0% 2 students
  • International Students 100.0% 2 students
  • Mixed Race 66.7% 2 students

Sport Conferences

  • Baseball Mid-South Conference
  • Basketball Mid-South Conference
  • Track and Cross Country Mid-South Conference

Athletic Associations

  • NAIA
    National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)

Service Offerings

Freed-Hardeman University provides the following additional services to its students
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Freed-Hardeman University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification
  • ROTC - Army

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Recognized student veteran organization
  • Credit for military training
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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