At Furman, you are promised a personalized pathway that will challenge you at every turn and reveal passions you didn’t know you had. This is a place where classroom learning meets real-world experiences. So, prepare for a life of purpose, a fulfilling career and meaningful impact wherever you land. This is The Furman Advantage.
THE BENEFITS
Before you start imagining your life after Furman, let’s talk about your time on campus and the many benefits of The Furman Advantage.
• Premier academics featuring more than 75 majors, minors and programs, all designed to help further your passions and achieve your professional goals
• Guaranteed access to study away, internships and research opportunities, giving you the real-world experience needed to excel in your career or in grad school
• Small classes where you’ll learn from renowned faculty, not graduate assistants
• An intentional advising program that supports students throughout your four years and an emphasis on reflection and developing a sense of belonging
• A 100% residential experience where you’ll form strong friendships and be immersed in a supportive, inclusive community. Plus, you’ll always have on-campus housing options and will never have to search for a place to live.
OUR PROMISE TO YOU:
A personalized, four-year pathway to graduation
High-impact, engaged learning through research, internships and study away
A team of advisors and mentors to help you find your path
Leading institutes and centers to explore and tackle issues
PATHWAYS PROGRAM
Many universities offer engaged learning options and an opportunity to meet with a career counselor. Furman has this and something no other school in the nation offers – Pathways, the nation’s only twoyear program required for all first-year and sophomore students. Pathways is designed to help you transition to college, develop your interests and build confidence in your choices during your Furman journey and beyond . THE BACKBONE OF THE FURMAN ADVANTAGE.
FIRST YEAR
During weekly meetings with your Pathways class, advisor and peer mentor, you’ll focus on making the most of your first year while honing your time management, effective study strategies, stress management and other invaluable skills. You’ll also build a foundation of self-awareness and reflection, helping you learn who you are, what you value and where your interests lie.
SECOND YEAR
Building upon year one, this Pathways course encourages you to think about how to integrate your academics, your engaged learning experiences such as study away, research and internships, and your career goals. You’ll build a resume, have an informational interview with an alumnus and develop other basic career skills, too.
3.4X
MORE LIKELY FOR ALUMNI TO BE ENGAGED AT WORK
3 X
MORE LIKELY FOR ALUMNI TO BE THRIVING IN LIFE
SUCCESS AFTER FURMAN
The numbers tell it all. Furman graduates have high rates of job placement and graduate school acceptance, all thanks to The Furman Advantage
POST-GRADUATION OUTCOMES
RECENT GRADUATE SCHOOLS
Clemson University
Duke University
Emory University
Johns Hopkins University
Medical University of S.C.
University of Michigan
University of S.C.
University of N.C. – Chapel Hill
Vanderbilt University
Wake Forest University
RECENT EMPLOYERS
Accenture
Amazon
AmeriCorps
Blackbaud
BlueCross
BlueShield
BMW
Capgemini
Deloitte
Epic
Ernst & Young
General Motors
Greenville County Schools
Insight Global
Lima One Capital
Mass General Hospital
Mercer
Michelin
Prisma Health
ScanSource
U.S. Centers for Disease
Control & Prevention
U.S. Department of Defense
Wells Fargo
98%
GRADUATES EMPLOYED, ENROLLED OR PARTICIPATING IN SERVICE WITHIN SIX MONTHS OF GRADUATION
#23
Fastest Growing Places
U.S. News & World Report
#4 Best Places to Live in the U.S. U.S. News & World Report
#14 Top Travel Destination in the World
The New York Times
GREENVILLE, S.C.
A small city with big-time amenities, Greenville is nationally recognized as one of the best cities in America. Spend just a few days here experiencing these tree-lined, foot friendly streets and the Southern hospitality and it’s easy to see why people want to live and learn in Greenville. #yeahTHATgreenville
THE VALUE OF FURMAN
A Furman education is an investment in your future. We offer generous amounts of scholarships to help finance your education.
2024-2025 ANNUAL COST OF ATTENDANCE
MERIT-BASED SCHOLARSHIPS
Merit-based scholarships are awarded in recognition of exceptional academic accomplishments as well as significant leadership, service and co-curricular involvement. You will be automatically considered for all Furman merit scholarships when you submit your application for admission. No separate application is required.
Bell Tower Scholarships
Amounts vary
Students will be considered based on their admissions application. There is no interview required to be selected.
#YouAreWelcomeHere
Scholarship
*estimate based on the cost of insurance for the 2023-24 academic year
The #YouAreWelcomeHere Scholarship at Furman University will recognize two international students who have a vision for enhancing intercultural understanding. This scholarship will cover up to a minimum of 50 percent tuition and is renewable annually with satisfactory academic progress. The scholarship is open to students of all academic majors and fields of study.
Complete the #YouAreWelcomeHere Scholarship application through your Furman online status page by February 1.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT WORK STUDY
F-1 and J-1 visa holders are eligible to work on campus once they complete all required paperwork. Jobs are available through individual departments while classes are in session and during school holidays. Individual hiring decisions are made by department supervisors.
Our holistic review of your application includes an evaluation of your grades, rigor of curriculum, test scores (optional), extracurricular activities, essay and potential contribution to campus. Beyond your application, we want to connect and learn more about you and your interest in Furman
THIS YEAR, WE ARE WAIVING THE APPLICATION FEE.
Apply via Common Application or Coalition Application at furman.edu/apply.
Furman University does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, age, religion, veteran status, or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable local, state, or federal law in admission, treatment, or access to, or employment in, its programs and activities. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The full notice of nondiscrimination is located at furman.edu/offices-services/human-resources/policies/legal-notices/.
QUESTIONS? Contact us at internationaladmissions@furman.edu
ENGLISH PROFICIENCY MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
TOEFL: 100
IELTS: 7.0 (overall band score)
Cambridge English Exam Advanced (CAE): 180 (overall score)
