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FAULKNER UNIVERSITY www . faulkner . edu

About : Faulkner University is a Christ-centered , liberal arts university in Montgomery , AL . For over 75 years , Faulkner University alumni have served their industries and their communities in powerful ways . Not only do Faulkner students gain the professional skills they need , they are also taught the value of relationships , character , and integrity in their work and in their interactions with others .
Student / Faculty Ratio : 15:1
Academics : Faulkner University offers associate ’ s , bachelor ’ s , master ’ s , and doctoral degrees in over 60 academic fields . Students get to share the classroom with professors who are seasoned experts in their field .
Honors Program : The Great Books Honors program was established with deep Christian conviction that academic excellence and service should always go together . The Honors program serves students in each academic department at Faulkner by offering an honors track for each discipline . Available to freshmen with a 27 on the English subscore of the ACT ( 580 on the verbal component of the SAT ) and a 3.0 or higher high school GPA .
Cost of Attendance :
In-State Tuition & Fees : $ 23,920 / year Room & Board : $ 8,020 / year
Campus Life : Faulkner ’ s students enjoy a small campus atmosphere where they are greeted by students and professors as they walk to and from class . Students have numerous opportunities to engage with one another during campus events , spiritual development opportunities , and compelling academic discussions . It is not uncommon for students to be on a first-name basis with our President , Dr . Mitch Henry . The food in the cafeteria is outstanding ! Freshmen required to live on campus ? Yes , unless they are commuters residing with their family . Types of Housing : Faulkner offers traditional residence halls as well as apartment style housing for upperclassmen . Fun fact : No community bathrooms ! Greek Presence : There are eight Greek social clubs ( four male and four female ) that participate in intramural competition , meaningful community service , and Jamboree ( an annual , choreographed musical production ). Clubs : Some highlights include the Collegiate Entrepreneurs Organization , Missions Club , University Chorus , Band ( Marching , Jazz , and Concert ), and the Faulkner Sports Network .
Admissions :
For regular admission , students must have an 18 on the ACT or a 960 on the SAT .
Scholarships and Financial Aid :
Percentage of students receiving financial aid : 98 % Percentage of students receiving scholarships : 99 %
Unique academic programs : Faulkner offers over 60 majors , but unique degrees include Forensic Psychology , Computer Science , Youth and Family Ministry , and our Health Sciences with an emphasis in Speech Language Pathology , Physical Therapy , and Physician ' s Assistant . If you can ’ t find what you want at Faulkner , talk to us about our Interdisciplinary Studies Program where students work with university faculty to customize an individual degree plan .
Cool Factors :
• Faulkner has a competitive bass fishing program and eSports teams .
• The Study Abroad program allows students to live in Florence , Italy for 90 days as well as visit numerous Biblical and historical landmarks .
• Faulkner is located across the street from Krispy Kreme Donuts , and we have an ICEE machine in our cafeteria .
School Accolades :
• 3rd Best Online Forensic Psychology Degree Program - publicservicedegrees . org
• 22nd Best Online College in Alabama
• 5th Best Humanities Bachelor ' s Degree Program - bestaccreditedcolleges . org
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