Faulkner University Admissions

Faulkner University Admissions Overview:

At Faulker University, admissions are only somewhat competitive. To apply to Faulkner, interested students will need to submit an application, official scores from the ACT or SAT, two references, and a high school transcript. First-time high school students will need an average of C in their high school courses to be admitted. Be sure to visit the school's website for more information, and contact the admissions office if you have any questions. 

Admissions Data (2016):

• Faulkner University Acceptance Rate: 45%
• Test Scores -- 25th / 75th Percentile
  • SAT Critical Reading: 430 / 570
  • SAT Math: 450 / 550
  • SAT Writing: - / -
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  • ACT Composite: 18 / 23
  • ACT English: 16 / 24
  • ACT Math: 16 / 22
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Faulkner University Description:

Located in Montgomery Alabama, Faulkner University is a private, Christian university. Faulkner takes its Christian identity seriously, and the school is committed to Biblical truth and service. Through its undergraduate and graduate programs, Faulkner University offers 65 degrees. Among undergraduates, programs in business administration, management and criminal justice are by far the most popular. While professional fields are the most heavily enrolled, the university's curriculum is grounded in the liberal arts. High achieving students should look into Faulkner's Honors Program--it has a Great Books approach to learning, a strong Christian focus, and many academic and professional perks. In athletics, the Faulkner Eagles compete in the NAIA Southern States Athletic Conference for most sports.

Enrollment (2016):

• Total Enrollment: 3,319 (2,583 undergraduates)
• Gender Breakdown: 40% Male / 60% Female
• 69% Full-time

Costs (2016 - 17):

• Tuition and Fees: $20,130
• Books: $1,800 (why so much?)
• Room and Board: $7,230
• Other Expenses: $4,200
• Total Cost: $33,360

Faulkner University Financial Aid (2015 - 16):

• Percentage of New Students Receiving Aid: 100%
• Percentage of New Students Receiving Types of Aid
  • Grants: 100%
  • Loans: 78%
• Average Amount of Aid
  • Grants: $10,589
  • Loans: $5,841

Academic Programs:

• Most Popular Majors: Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Management

Transfer, Retention and Graduation Rates:

• First Year Student Retention (full-time students): 54%
• Transfer-out Rate: 36%
• 4-Year Graduation Rate: 18%
• 6-Year Graduation Rate: 32%

Intercollegiate Athletic Programs:

• Men's Sports: Football, Golf, Soccer, Basketball, Baseball
• Women's Sports: Soccer, Volleyball, Softball, Golf Basketball

Data Source:

National Center for Educational Statistics

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Faulkner University Mission Statement:

mission statement from http://www.faulkner.edu/about-faulkner/mission-and-values/

"The mission of Faulkner University is to glorify God through education of the whole person, emphasizing integrity of character in a caring Christian environment where every individual matters every day."