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The Freed Hardman University, also called the FHU, traces its origins to the Henderson Male Institute which was established in 1869. Given its present name in 1990, the institute is a private, undergraduate university affiliated with the Church of Christ. The campus of FHU, located in Henderson, Tennessee, covers 96 acres.
The Freed Hardman University offers more than 40 academic programs. Students are also given the opportunity to design their own courses. The institution is organized into the following academic divisions:
Freed Hardman University’s sports teams are nicknamed the Lions. The students participate in sports like, soccer, basketball, and volleyball. The athletics department of FHU is a member of the NAIA.
Freed Hardeman is found in Henderson, TN. Henderson is a town not particularly near any major cities. Applicants to the school are attracted by its Churches of Christ identity. Freed Hardeman is a private, not-for-profit institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Post-Master's certificate at the school.
Freed Hardeman is known for its programs in media and family and social work.
Admission to the school is not automatic; not everyone who applies gets in. Three quarters of students in 2007 had SAT verbal scores of at least 480. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 480 and 600.
The school maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges. Freed Hardeman has a tenure system for senior faculty.
Students numbered 2,011 in 2007 at the school.
Full-time students are the norm at Freed Hardeman. The school has a residential or campus feel. Freed Hardeman offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. The school offers students meal plans. Freed Hardeman values student athletics, and belongs to the TranSouth Athletic Conference. The school offers athletic financial aid to more of its students than do most colleges.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Freed-Hardeman University is a private institution, associated with churches of Christ, dedicated to moral and spiritual values, academic excellence, and service in a friendly, supportive environment. The purpose of the university is to provide every student an education permeated with these Christian values."
More complete details are provided below.
Freed Hardeman University
158 E Main St
Henderson, TN 38340-2399
General Phone: (731) 989-6000
http://www.fhu.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education And Teaching | 93 | curriculum and instruction, educational administration, school counseling, special ed |
| Liberal Arts | 59 | interdisciplinary studies, English, history |
| Religion And Philosophy | 55 | bible studies, theology, pastoral counseling, ministry, philosophy |
| Business And Management | 52 | business management, finance, marketing, accounting, human resources, MIS |
| Therapy And Counseling | 38 | counseling psychology, psychology |
| Media | 37 | public relations, communication studies, mass communication, journalism |
| Family And Social Work | 32 | social work, family studies |
| Science | 28 | biology, chemistry, biochemistry, physical sciences |
| Design | 13 | interior design, design and visual communication |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 8 | computer and info science |
| Art Studies | 6 | art studies |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 5 | exercise science, health and physical education |
| Mathematics | 4 | mathematics |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 2 | acting, theatre design |
| Music | 1 | music |
| Medical Administration | 1 | health care administration |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 0 | criminal justice and safety |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 0 | registered nursing |
| Medicine | 0 | gerontology |
Number of programs and degrees for Freed Hardeman in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 294 | 35 |
| Master's degree | 118 | 7 |
| Post-master's certificate | 22 | 1 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 0 | 3 |
| Associate's degree | 0 | 1 |
| First-professional degree | 0 | 1 |
In 2007, Freed Hardeman had a total enrollment of 2,011 students (1,663 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 42% |
| Women | 58% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 69% |
| Graduate | 30% |
| First Professional | 1% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 78% |
| Black | 16% |
| Hispanic | 0% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 2% |
| (Foreign Students) | 3% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 3% |
| 18-19 | 30% |
| 20-21 | 27% |
| 22-24 | 13% |
| 25-29 | 8% |
| 30-34 | 7% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 5% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Tennessee | 59% |
| Alabama | 10% |
| Mississippi | 5% |
| Texas | 3% |
| Missouri | 3% |
| (International Students) | 2% |
| Kentucky | 2% |
| Arkansas | 2% |
| Indiana | 2% |
| Ohio | 2% |
| Florida | 2% |
| Georgia | 1% |
| North Carolina | 1% |
| Michigan | 1% |
| Kansas | 1% |
| Virginia | 1% |
| Illinois | 1% |
| Washington | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 74 % |
Freed Hardeman offers campus housing for 1,429 of its 1,663 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Henderson, Tennessee for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Tennessee Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 21 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,326 | 727 | 55% | 386 | 53% |
| Men | 496 | 288 | 58% | 163 | 57% |
| Women | 830 | 439 | 53% | 223 | 51% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 480 | 640 |
| SAT Math | 480 | 600 |
| ACT Verbal | 21 | 28 |
| ACT Math | 19 | 26 |
| ACT Composite | 20 | 26 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 11% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 89% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 13,192 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 13,192 |
| Room and board | $ 6,560 |
| Room charge | $ 3,700 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,860 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,710 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,390 |
Financial Aid:
Freed Hardeman participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 349200)
Freed Hardeman has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 43 | 16 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 30 | 17 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 1 | 1 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 7 | $76,976 | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 6 | $67,851 | 2 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 5 | $60,484 | 1 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 18 | $69,353 | 5 | $64,011 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 17 | $66,501 | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 12 | $57,449 | 9 | $52,621 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 17 | $47,468 | 9 | $46,092 |
| Instructor | academic year | 10 | $37,677 | 9 | $35,145 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 56 | $53,636 | 29 | $45,067 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | TranSouth Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | TranSouth Athletic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 68 | 64 | 132 |
| Baseball | 28 | 0 | 28 |
| Basketball | 15 | 13 | 28 |
| All Other Sports | 25 | 51 | 76 |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Finance, General
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
DESIGN
Design and Visual Communications, General
Interior Design
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Acting
Technical Theatre/Theatre Design and Technology
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Curriculum and Instruction
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Special Education and Teaching, General
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Human Development and Family Studies, General
Social Work
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
History, General
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Journalism
Mass Communication/Media Studies
Public Relations/Image Management
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Health and Physical Education, General
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Bible/Biblical Studies
Divinity/Ministry (BD, MDiv)
Pastoral Studies/Counseling
Philosophy
Theology/Theological Studies
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physical Sciences
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Counseling Psychology
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Freed Hardeman Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% |  |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 6% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % of degrees in media (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in design (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
| % of degrees in family and social work (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Churches of Christ affiliation Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Offers athletic scholarships
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