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FHU Achieves Record-Breaking Enrollment And Milestones In Fall 2025
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HENDERSON, Tenn., Oct. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Freed-Hardeman University continues to experience unprecedented growth with Fall 2025 enrollment reaching a record 2,349 students, surpassing last year's 2,305 and the previous record of 2,325. This achievement is further highlighted by increases in new undergraduate, graduate and dual enrollment figures over last year, demonstrating a strong upward trajectory in its student body and programs.
Graduate enrollment saw a remarkable 14% increase, adding 62 students and marking a four-year high for the university. The six-year graduation rate has also reached an all-time high of 71%, significantly exceeding the national average of 61% for private institutions. Undergraduate retention remains strong at 87% for fall-to-fall.
International undergraduate enrollment doubled with 61 students representing a record 29 countries. In addition, more high schoolers are participating in the dual enrollment program, setting a new record with 667 students. Launched in 2014, the online dual enrollment program allows qualified high school juniors and seniors across the country early access to FHU courses, offering younger students a jumpstart on their post-secondary educational goals. The university currently partners with 19 high school institutions in five states.
"With immense gratitude for God's provision and the diligent efforts of our academic teams, we celebrate these remarkable milestones," FHU President David Shannon said. "Our record enrollment and retention rates underscore the profound impact of our faculty and staff and the dynamic environment we've cultivated for our students. This success truly propels our vision for the future."
The mission of Freed-Hardeman University is to help students develop their God-given talents for His glory by empowering them with an education that integrates Christian faith, scholarship, and service. With locations in Henderson and Memphis, FHU offers associate, bachelor's, master's, specialist, and doctoral degrees. More information is available at fhu.edu.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Freed-Hardeman University's mission?
To help students develop their God-given talents for His glory by empowering them with an education that integrates Christian faith, scholarship, and service.
What are FHU's key achievements in Fall 2025?
Record enrollment, increased graduate enrollment, all-time high graduation rate, strong undergraduate retention, and doubled international undergraduate enrollment.
Where are FHU's locations?
Henderson and Memphis.
First published on Thu, Oct 2, 2025
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