Henderson, Tennessee – Enrollment at Freed-Hardeman University continues its upward trajectory with an all-time high spring enrollment of 2,112 students enrolled for this spring, according to FHU President David R. Shannon.

According to a press release from Tajuana Cheshier – The Bramblett Group – the university has set enrollment records each semester since Fall 2019. This year’s record-setting spring total includes 1,654 undergraduate students (33 more than Spring 2021) and 458 graduate students (a 4% increase over last spring).

Residence halls are almost at capacity, with 1,102 students living on campus. That is the highest number of residential students since 2006. Fall-to-spring retention numbers remained “steady and strong,” Vice President for Community Engagement Dave Clouse said. Spring enrollment saw a 94% retention rate.

“FHU has now experienced six consecutive semesters of steady growth over the equivalent semester of the previous year,” Shannon said. “We give thanks to God for these wonderful students and for all who have helped us, as we strive to glorify Him in all we do.”

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, Memphis and Dickson, FHU offers associates, bachelor’s, master’s, specialist and doctoral degrees. More information is available at fhu.edu.

(PHOTO: FHU students head to class following daily chapel in Loyd Auditorium – courtesy of Tajuana Cheshier – The Bramblett Group)