# Freed-Hardeman University (FHU) — llms-full.txt > Private Christian university in Henderson, Tennessee offering undergraduate and graduate programs in business, nursing, education, sciences, ministry, and digital design. Official website: https://fhu.edu/ Location: Henderson, Tennessee, USA Founded: 1869 Type: Private Christian University Campus Location: Henderson, Tennessee, United States Region: West Tennessee - [XML Sitemap](https://fhu.edu/sitemap.html): ## Core Pages - [Home](https://fhu.edu/) : Main landing page for FHU. - [About](https://fhu.edu/about/) : Overview of the university and mission. - [Admissions & Aid](https://fhu.edu/admissions-aid/) : Gateway to undergraduate and graduate admissions. - [Academics](https://fhu.edu/academics/) : Academic programs, colleges, and resources. - [Campus & Spiritual Life](https://fhu.edu/campus-spiritual-life/) : Student life, housing, chapel, and activities. - [Alumni](https://fhu.edu/alumni/) : Alumni programs and connections. - [Give](https://fhu.edu/give/) : Donation and giving opportunities. - [Current Students](https://fhu.edu/current-students/) : Student resources and links. - [Faculty & Staff](https://fhu.edu/faculty-staff/) : Employee resources. - [Contact](https://fhu.edu/contact/) : Directory and contact options. ## About - [At a Glance](https://fhu.edu/about/at-a-glance/) : Quick facts about FHU. - [Mission & Vision](https://fhu.edu/about/mission-vision/) : Institutional mission and purpose. - [University Leadership](https://fhu.edu/about/university-leadership/) : Leadership and administrative team. - [Campus Directory](https://fhu.edu/about/campus-directory/) : Directory of faculty and staff. - [Board of Trustees](https://fhu.edu/about/board-of-trustees/) : Governing body information. - [Strategic Plan](https://fhu.edu/about/strategic-plan/) : Long-term institutional plan. - [History](https://fhu.edu/about/history/) : Historical background of the university. - [Campus Map](https://fhu.edu/about/campus-map/) : Interactive and printable maps. - [Accreditations & Authorizations](https://fhu.edu/about/accreditations-state-authorizations/) : Accreditation details. - [Institutional Research](https://fhu.edu/about/institutional-research/) : Data and reporting. - [Institutional Effectiveness](https://fhu.edu/about/institutional-effectiveness/) : Assessment and planning. - [Fast Facts](https://fhu.edu/about/fast-facts/) : Statistical highlights. ## Admissions & Aid - [Undergraduate Admissions](https://fhu.edu/admissions-aid/undergraduate/) : Admissions process for undergraduates. - [Graduate Admissions](https://fhu.edu/admissions-aid/graduate/) : Graduate admissions information. - [Transfer Students](https://fhu.edu/admissions-aid/transfer/) : Transfer application process. - [Dual Enrollment](https://fhu.edu/admissions-aid/dual-enrollment/) : Courses for high school students. - [Visit Our Campus](https://fhu.edu/admissions-aid/visit-our-campus/) : Campus tours and visit planning. - [Tuition & Fees](https://fhu.edu/admissions-aid/tuition-fees/) : Cost of attendance. - [Financial Aid](https://fhu.edu/admissions-aid/financial-aid/) : Aid options and guidance. - [Scholarships](https://fhu.edu/admissions-aid/scholarships/) : Scholarship programs. - [Net Price Calculator](https://fhu.edu/admissions-aid/net-price-calculator/) : Estimate financial aid. - [Request Info](https://fhu.edu/admissions-aid/request-info/) : Information request form. - [Apply Now](https://fhu.edu/admissions-aid/apply-now/) : Application landing page. - [Admissions FAQs](https://fhu.edu/admissions-aid/faqs/) : Common admissions questions. - [International Students](https://fhu.edu/admissions-aid/international/) : Requirements for international applicants. - [Veterans](https://fhu.edu/admissions-aid/veterans/) : Veteran and military resources. - [Life After FHU](https://fhu.edu/admissions-aid/life-after-fhu/) : Career and graduate outcomes. ## Academics - [Undergraduate Studies](https://fhu.edu/academics/undergraduate/) : Undergraduate program overview. - [Graduate Studies](https://fhu.edu/academics/graduate/) : Graduate program overview. - [Majors & Minors](https://fhu.edu/academics/majors-minors/) : Full list of majors and minors. - [Course Catalog](https://fhu.edu/academics/catalog/) : Academic catalog resources. - [Academic Calendar](https://fhu.edu/academics/academic-calendar/) : Important academic dates. - [Student Outcomes](https://fhu.edu/academics/student-outcomes/) : Outcome metrics. - [Colleges & Departments](https://fhu.edu/academics/colleges-departments/) : Academic divisions. - [Academic Forms](https://fhu.edu/academics/academic-forms/) : Registrar and academic forms. - [Registrar](https://fhu.edu/academics/registrar/) : Registration and transcript info. ## Academic Colleges - [College of Arts & Sciences](https://fhu.edu/academics/undergraduate/college-of-arts-and-sciences/) : Arts and sciences programs. - [College of Business](https://fhu.edu/academics/undergraduate/college-of-business/) : Undergraduate business programs. - [College of Education & Behavioral Sciences](https://fhu.edu/academics/undergraduate/college-of-education-and-behavioral-sciences/) : Education and behavioral sciences. - [College of Nursing](https://fhu.edu/academics/undergraduate/college-of-nursing/) : Nursing programs. - [Honors College](https://fhu.edu/academics/undergraduate/honors-college/) : Honors-level academic opportunities. - [Graduate College of Business](https://fhu.edu/academics/graduate/college-of-business/) : Graduate business programs. - [Graduate College of Biblical Studies](https://fhu.edu/academics/graduate/college-of-biblical-studies/) : Graduate studies in ministry. - [Graduate College of Education](https://fhu.edu/academics/graduate/college-of-education/) : Graduate degrees in education. - [Graduate College of Sciences](https://fhu.edu/academics/graduate/college-of-sciences/) : Graduate science programs. ## Undergraduate Majors - [Associate of Arts in General Studies](https://fhu.edu/academics/majors-minors/associate-in-arts/) : A.A. foundational general studies program. - [Arts & Humanities](https://fhu.edu/academics/majors-minors/arts-humanities/) : Overview of humanities-related majors. - [Family Sciences](https://fhu.edu/academics/majors-minors/family-sciences/) : Major focusing on family dynamics and human development. - [Psychology](https://fhu.edu/academics/majors-minors/psychology/) : Study of human behavior and mental processes. - [Social Work](https://fhu.edu/academics/majors-minors/social-work/) : CSWE-accredited social work program. - [Bible](https://fhu.edu/academics/majors-minors/bible/) : Biblical studies and ministry training. - [Biology](https://fhu.edu/academics/majors-minors/biology/) : Biological sciences major. - [Chemistry](https://fhu.edu/academics/majors-minors/chemistry/) : Chemistry major preparing for professional and research fields. - [Communication Sciences & Disorders](https://fhu.edu/academics/majors-minors/communication-sciences-disorders/) : Speech and hearing sciences. - [Kinesiology](https://fhu.edu/academics/majors-minors/kinesiology/) : Study of human movement and physical performance. - [Physical Therapist Assistant (A.A.S.)](https://fhu.edu/academics/majors-minors/associates-in-physical-therapist-assistant/) : Associate-level PTA program. - [Dual B.B.A./M.B.A.](https://fhu.edu/academics/undergraduate/college-of-business/dual-b-b-a-m-b-a/) : Accelerated 4+1 business program. - [Accounting](https://fhu.edu/academics/majors-minors/accounting/) : Accounting principles and professional preparation. - [Business Analytics](https://fhu.edu/academics/majors-minors/business-analytics/) : Data-driven business decision-making. - [Finance](https://fhu.edu/academics/majors-minors/finance/) : Financial markets and investment analysis. - [Financial Planning](https://fhu.edu/academics/majors-minors/financial-planning/) : CFP-aligned financial advising curriculum. - [Management](https://fhu.edu/academics/majors-minors/management/) : Organizational leadership and management. - [Marketing](https://fhu.edu/academics/majors-minors/marketing/) : Bachelor’s degree covering digital marketing, branding, advertising strategy, and marketing analytics. - [Sport Administration](https://fhu.edu/academics/majors-minors/sport-administration/) : Sports business and organizational management. - [Communication](https://fhu.edu/academics/majors-minors/communication/) : Media, communication theory, and digital communication. - [English](https://fhu.edu/academics/majors-minors/english/) : Literature, writing, and language studies. - [Art-Studio Art](https://fhu.edu/academics/majors-minors/studio-art/) : Fine arts with a studio focus. - [Art-Graphic Design](https://fhu.edu/academics/majors-minors/graphic-design-art/) : Graphic design-focused art major. - [Interactive Digital Design (Designer)](https://fhu.edu/academics/majors-minors/interactive-digital-design-designer/) : UX/UI and visual design emphasis. - [Music](https://fhu.edu/academics/majors-minors/music/) : Vocal/instrumental music studies. - [Photography](https://fhu.edu/academics/majors-minors/photography/) : Creative and technical photography training. - [Theatre](https://fhu.edu/academics/majors-minors/theatre/) : Acting, production, and theatrical design. - [4+1 Programs](https://fhu.edu/academics/undergraduate/college-of-education-and-behavioral-sciences/41-programs/) : Accelerated teacher education pathways. - [Special Education (K-12)](https://fhu.edu/academics/majors-minors/special-education/) : Teacher licensure in special education. - [Early Childhood Education](https://fhu.edu/academics/majors-minors/major-in-early-childhood-education/) : PreK-3 teaching preparation. - [Secondary Education](https://fhu.edu/academics/majors-minors/education/) : Secondary licensure overview. - [Elementary Education (K-5)](https://fhu.edu/academics/majors-minors/concentration-elementary-education-k-5/) : Elementary teaching concentration. - [Middle Grades Education (6-8)](https://fhu.edu/academics/majors-minors/concentration-middle-grades-education-6-8/) : Middle grades teaching concentration. - [History](https://fhu.edu/academics/majors-minors/history/) : Historical studies and research. - [Law & Politics](https://fhu.edu/academics/majors-minors/law-politics/) : Pre-law and political science curriculum. - [Computer Science](https://fhu.edu/academics/majors-minors/computer-science/) : Software, computing theory, and systems. - [Physical Science: Pre-Engineering](https://fhu.edu/academics/majors-minors/physical-science-pre-engineering/) : Pre-engineering preparation. - [Engineering](https://fhu.edu/academics/majors-minors/major-in-engineering/) : Engineering major (multi-disciplinary). - [Cybersecurity](https://fhu.edu/academics/majors-minors/cybersecurity/) : Information security and systems protection. - [Interactive Digital Design (Developer)](https://fhu.edu/academics/majors-minors/interactive-digital-design-developer/) : Programming-oriented digital design related to Web development, UX engineering, and front-end programming. - [Mathematics](https://fhu.edu/academics/majors-minors/mathematics/) : Mathematical theory and applied math. - [Nursing](https://fhu.edu/academics/majors-minors/nursing/) : Bachelor of Science in Nursing. ## Graduate Programs - [MBA](https://fhu.edu/academics/graduate/mba/) : Master of Business Administration. - [MS Exercise Science](https://fhu.edu/academics/graduate/ms-exercise-science/) : Graduate exercise science program. - [MS Counseling](https://fhu.edu/academics/graduate/ms-counseling/) : Graduate counseling program. - [MS Education](https://fhu.edu/academics/graduate/ms-education/) : Graduate education program. - [M.Ministry](https://fhu.edu/academics/graduate/mministry/) : Master of Ministry. - [D.Min](https://fhu.edu/academics/graduate/mdmin/) : Doctor of Ministry. - [MS Biblical Studies](https://fhu.edu/academics/graduate/ms-biblical-studies/) : Graduate biblical studies degree. ## Spiritual Life - [Chapel](https://fhu.edu/campus-spiritual-life/chapel/) : Daily chapel program. - [Spiritual Programs](https://fhu.edu/campus-spiritual-life/spiritual-programs/) : Devotionals, service, spiritual development. ## Student Life - [Housing & Dining](https://fhu.edu/campus-spiritual-life/housing-dining/) : Residence halls and dining. - [Clubs & Organizations](https://fhu.edu/campus-spiritual-life/clubs-organizations/) : Student clubs and activities. - [Recreation](https://fhu.edu/campus-spiritual-life/recreation/) : Fitness and recreation options. - [Facilities](https://fhu.edu/campus-spiritual-life/facilities/) : Campus facilities. - [Campus Safety](https://fhu.edu/campus-spiritual-life/campus-safety/) : Security and emergency info. - [Health Services](https://fhu.edu/campus-spiritual-life/health-services/) : On-campus health resources. ## Student Resources - [Academic Resources](https://fhu.edu/current-students/academic-resources/) : Academic support links. - [IT Support](https://fhu.edu/current-students/it/) : Technology assistance. - [Library](https://fhu.edu/current-students/library/) : Library portal. - [Career Services](https://fhu.edu/current-students/career-services/) : Career support. - [Disability Services](https://fhu.edu/current-students/disability-services/) : Accessibility services. - [Student Handbook](https://fhu.edu/current-students/student-handbook/) : Student policies. - [Payment Portal](https://fhu.edu/current-students/payment-portal/) : Billing and payments. ## Library - [Library Home](https://fhu.edu/library/) : Library services. - [Databases](https://fhu.edu/library/databases/) : Database access. - [Research Guides](https://fhu.edu/library/guides/) : Research assistance. - [Library Hours](https://fhu.edu/library/hours/) : Operating hours. - [Library Contact](https://fhu.edu/library/contact/) : Contact library staff. ## Faculty & Staff - [Human Resources](https://fhu.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/) : HR resources. - [Employee Forms](https://fhu.edu/faculty-staff/forms/) : Employee forms. - [Employee Resources](https://fhu.edu/faculty-staff/employee-resources/) : Internal tools. ## Alumni & Giving - [Alumni Events](https://fhu.edu/alumni/events/) : Alumni activities. - [Alumni Awards](https://fhu.edu/alumni/awards/) : Award programs. - [Transcript Requests](https://fhu.edu/alumni/transcript-requests/) : Order transcripts. - [Give to FHU](https://fhu.edu/give/) : Donation portal. - [Scholarship Giving](https://fhu.edu/give/scholarships/) : Scholarship fund donations. - [Planned Giving](https://fhu.edu/give/planned-giving/) : Planned giving programs. ## Contact & Utilities - [Contact](https://fhu.edu/contact/) : Contact information. - [Emergency](https://fhu.edu/emergency/) : Emergency resources. - [Request Info](https://fhu.edu/request-info/) : Contact form. - [Apply](https://fhu.edu/apply/) : Application entry point. ## Recent News Latest announcements and institutional updates from Freed-Hardeman University. - [Retired Four-Star General Stanley McChrystal to Headline FHU’s 61st Annual Benefit Dinner](https://fhu.edu/news/retired-four-star-general-stanley-mcchrystal-to-headline-fhus-61st-annual-benefit-dinner/) : General Stanley McChrystal will be the keynote speaker at FHU’s 61st Annual Benefit Dinner. - [FHU and Chester County Community Welcome Jones Family Dining Hall and Chick-fil-A® With Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony](https://fhu.edu/news/fhu-and-chester-county-community-welcome-jones-family-dining-hall-and-chick-fil-a-with-ribbon-cutting-ceremony/) : Jones Family Dining Hall and Chick-fil-A® mark the completion of a major FHU Next campaign project. - [Loyal Lion Discount Encourages Freed-Hardeman Alumni to Pursue Graduate Education at FHU](https://fhu.edu/news/loyal-lion-discount-encourages-freed-hardeman-alumni-to-pursue-graduate-education-at-fhu/) : Loyal Lion Discount offers a 10% discount to alumni pursuing a graduate program at FHU. - [FHU Earns Second Spot in Prestigious 2026 US News Rankings for Value](https://fhu.edu/news/fhu-earns-second-spot-in-prestigious-2026-us-news-rankings-for-value/) : Freed-Hardeman University is No. 2 in the 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Value Regional Universities in the South rankings. - [Dr. Keith Harris Selected to Serve as Freed-Hardeman University’s 17th President](https://fhu.edu/news/dr-keith-harris-selected-to-serve-as-freed-hardeman-universitys-17th-president/) : Dr. Keith Harris is announced as the next president of FHU. ## Centers of Excellence - [Jobs Center of Excellence for the Biological Sciences](https://fhu.edu/academics/undergraduate/centers-of-excellence/jobe-center-of-excellence-for-the-biological-sciences/) : Enhance biological sciences through advanced equipment, a greenhouse, faculty development, and student travel opportunities. - [ATPI Center for Computer Science and Digital Innovation](https://fhu.edu/academics/undergraduate/centers-of-excellence/atpi-center-for-computer-science-and-digital-innovation/) : Cutting-edge facilities and programs for growing fields like AI, machine learning, robotics, and responsive systems - [Bobbie Solley Center of Excellence in Teaching](https://fhu.edu/academics/undergraduate/centers-of-excellence/bobbie-solley-center-for-excellence-in-teaching/) : Additional teaching resources for those interested - [Center of Excellence in Spiritual Leadership](https://fhu.edu/academics/undergraduate/centers-of-excellence/center-for-excellence-in-spiritual-leadership/) : Edify, encourage, train, and support excellence in spiritual leadership. ## Admissions Journey - [Apply](https://fhu.edu/apply/) : Application entry point. - [Tuition & Fees](https://fhu.edu/admissions-aid/tuition-fees/) : Cost of attendance. - [Financial Aid](https://fhu.edu/admissions-aid/financial-aid/) : Aid options and guidance. - [Scholarships](https://fhu.edu/admissions-aid/scholarships/) : Scholarship programs. - [Visit Our Campus](https://fhu.edu/admissions-aid/visit-our-campus/) : Campus tours and visit planning. - [Request Info](https://fhu.edu/admissions-aid/request-info/) : Information request form. ## Institutional Information - [Accreditation and State Authorizations](https://fhu.edu/about/accreditation-and-state-authorizations/): Accreditation details. - [Strategic Plan](https://fhu.edu/about/strategic-plan/) : Long-term institutional plan. - [Institutional Research](https://fhu.edu/about/institutional-research/) : Data and reporting. - [Fast Facts](https://fhu.edu/about/fast-facts/) : Statistical highlights. ## Frequently Asked Questions Q: Where is Freed-Hardeman University located? A: Henderson, Tennessee, United States. Q: What is Freed-Hardeman University known for? A: FHU is known for Christian education, strong nursing and business programs, and a campus-centered spiritual life. Q: What degrees does FHU offer? A: Undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees in business, nursing, education, sciences, ministry, and digital design. Q: How do I apply to FHU? A: Students can apply online through the Apply Now page. Q: Does FHU offer scholarships? A: Yes. FHU offers academic scholarships, need-based financial aid, and program-specific awards. --- Source: https://fhu.edu/ Generated for LLM consumption Last updated: 2025-11-17 Scope: Main-site content only