Faulkner University: Review & Facts

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Faulkner University is a small four-year, private not-for-profit school with 2,820 students enrolled. This school was originated in 1942 and is one of the 7 schools and colleges located in Montgomery, Alabama.

Faulkner University is affiliated with Christian Churches and Churches of Christ.

Academic Offerings

At Faulkner University you can earn your associate's degree, bachelor's degree, master's degree, or doctoral degree.

Majors
Offered

47

Faulkner University deploys a semester-based curriculum calendar system and offers enrollment in 47 majors. The most popular concentrations are Management, Business, Criminal Justice, Law, and Psychology. Read the details about Majors offered at this college and see program Ratings.

It is important to know student retention and graduation rates before you apply to a school to get your diploma or to engage in a long-term study; high retention and graduation rates are usually a positive sign. Nevertheless, if you would like to transfer out or take non-credit coursework, these metrics are not important.

The rate of student retention at Faulkner University is relatively low at 63% (below Alabama average). Considering this statistic, apparently students somewhat enjoy their stay at this school.

Student Retention

63%

Bad

The graduation rate at Faulkner University is very low - 28%. Roughly 32% of the school's undergraduate students transfer to other colleges.

Student to faculty ratio at Faulkner University is pretty good - 13:1. Learn more on instructors at this college in the Faculty & Salaries report.

Tuition and Loans

Average tuition costs are high - about $22,000 per year. The additional fees at Faulkner University beyond tuition are around $2,000; this comes to $24,000 per year.

Read the details about Faulkner University additional charges as well as availability of loans and likelihood of repaying them upon graduation in the Tuition & Loans report for this college.

Admissions Information

Acceptance
Rate

82%

Easy

As reported in recent government data, 1,728 applications were submitted and 1,424 were accepted, so it is easy to become a student at this school.

This school might accept dual credits and advanced placement credits for admission.

Find out more about admissions as well applicants' SAT and ACT test scores at Faulkner University in the Admissions and Tests report for this school.

Opportunities and Services

Dormatory
Annual Price

$4,000

Medium

Faulkner University provides a distance learning option, study abroad programs, and evening/weekend study opportunity, which is a great option for those who work full-time.

There are options for on-campus part-time employment at Faulkner University, which allows students to cover some of the tuition expenses. Additionally, this school helps students to evaluate their career options and find a full-time job upon graduation.

Safety
Grade

B-

Dicey

Faulkner University offers on-campus housing. Dormitory capacity at this college accommodates approximately 800 students, which provides a decent on-campus housing opportunity. The room price is relatively low -- roughly $4,000 per year.

Army and Air Force ROTC programs are available at Faulkner University. Reserve Officers' Training Corps commissioning programs typically imply elective classes in addition to required college curriculum, possible funding for your tuition, and an obligation to serve upon graduation.

ROTC
Available

Yes

It is important to keep in mind that enrolling in a ROTC course does not commit you to serve unless you have obtained a ROTC scholarship, grant, or any other funding.

Based on the college crime data, Faulkner University appears to be a generally safe school. Read the details in the Campus Crime report for this college.

Faulkner University Location and Address

Postal Address:
Faulkner University
5345 Atlanta Hwy
Montgomery, Alabama
36109-3390, USA