BEST
GREENVILLE, SOUTH CAROLINA
COLLEGES IN THE U.S. – WALL STREET JOURNAL
FURMAN AT A GLANCE
CLUB & INTRAMURAL TEAMS 33 residential campus 100 % UNDERGRADUATE CLASSES OFFERED WITH FEWER THAN 20 STUDENTS ENROLLED 78% BEST CLASSROOM EXPERIENCE – Princeton Review Division I athletic teams 18 2,500 STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO 9:1 AVERAGE CLASS SIZE 14 75+ countries represented by students 43 total students areas of study DIVERSITY including international students 22% #17 MOST INNOVATIVE SCHOOLS SIX YEARS IN A ROW – U.S. News & World Report GREENVILLE, S.C. –TOP 52 PLACES TO GO (IN THE WORLD) IN 2023 – The New York Times #14
STUDENTS PARTICIPATING IN AT LEAST ONE HIGH IMPACT EXPERIENCE (research, internships, study away) 85% NATIONAL LIBERAL ARTS COLLEGES – U.S. News & World Report #45 #4
MAJORS
Accounting
Africana Studies
Humanities
Social Sciences
Anthropology
Art History
Studio Art
Asian Studies
Biology
Biomedical Sciences
Cell and Molecular Biology
Environmental and Conservation Biology
Integrative Biology
Business Administration
Business Administration
Entrepreneurship
Finance
International Business
Marketing
Chemistry
Biochemistry
Environmental Chemistry
Chinese Studies
Classics
Historical Language and Literature
Information Tradition and Text
Communication Studies
Media Studies
Rhetoric and Advocacy
Computer Science
Engineering
dual-degree in Applied Physics
dual-degree in Physics
Earth and Environmental Sciences
Economics
Education
Educational Studies
English
Literature and Language
Writing
French
German Studies
Health Sciences
History
Information Technology
Japanese Studies
Mathematics
Applied Mathematics
Economics
Music
Church Music
Composition
Education
Theory
Performance
Neuroscience
Philosophy
MAJORS AND MINORS
Physics
Politics and International Affairs
Psychology
Public Health
Religion
Sociology
Spanish
Sustainability Science
Theatre Arts
Urban Studies
Women’s, Gender and Sexuality Studies
MINORS
Africana Studies
Ancient Greek and Roman Studies
Data Analytics
Environmental Studies
Film Studies
Humanities
Journalism
Latin American and Latinx Studies
Linguistics
Medicine, Health and Culture
Middle East and Islamic Studies
Musical Theatre
Poverty Studies
Science Education
Visual Strategy
Women’s, Gender and Sexuality Studies
CERTIFICATIONS
Early Childhood (PK–3)
Elementary (2–6)
English for Speakers of Other Languages (PK–12)
Languages – French, Spanish (PK–12)
Literacy – Literacy Teacher, Literacy Coach (PK–12)
Music (PK–12)
Special Education - Learning Disabilities, Emotional & Behavioral Disorders (PK -12)
Secondary Education - Biology, Chemistry, Physics, English, Mathematics, Social Studies (9-12)
OTHER AREAS OF FOCUS
Military Science
Pre-Law
Pre-Medical Studies & Health Careers
FIND YOUR ADVANTAGE
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 emphasis on reflection, belonging, high-impact experiences and mentoring that help guide you along your path
• A 100% residential experience where you’ll form strong friendships and be immersed in a supportive, inclusive community
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
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
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
Insight Global Lima One Capital Mass General Hospital
Mercer
Michelin
Prisma Health
ScanSource
U.S. Center for Disease Control & Prevention
U.S. Department of Defense
Wells Fargo
99%
GRADUATES EMPLOYED, ENROLLED OR PARTICIPATING IN SERVICE WITHIN SIX MONTHS OF GRADUATION
Employed 49% Continuing Education 35% Continuing Education & Employed 4% Internship 4% Volunteer/Service/Military 3% Seeking Employment 5%
Accenture Amazon AmeriCorps Blackbaud
Deloitte Epic Ernst
Blue Cross Blue Shield Capgemini
& Young General Motors Greenville County Schools
AMERICA’S COOLEST Small City – Thrillist
The South’s MOST ‘TASTEFUL’ Small Towns – Forbes
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 FRIENDLIEST CITY in the U.S. – Condé Nast Traveler
THE VALUE OF FURMAN
A Furman education is an investment in your future. We offer generous amounts of scholarships to help finance your education.
2023-2024 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
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
1,183
180 STUDENTS VOLUNTEERING IN THE COMMUNITY THROUGH HELLER SERVICE CORPS
STUDENT CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS
28%
STUDENTS PARTICIPATING IN FRATERNITIES AND SORORITIES
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.
Tuition $57,902 Fees $410 Room and Board (unlimited
plan) $15,868 Total Direct Costs $74,180
THE NATION’S BEST VALUE COLLEGES Princeton Review
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ONE OF
ADMISSIONS
Our holistic review of your application includes an evaluation of your grades, rigor of curriculum, test scores (optional), extracurricular activities 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.
QUESTIONS? Contact us at internationaladmissions@furman.edu
2023-2024 ADMISSION DATES AND DEADLINES
ENGLISH PROFICIENCY MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
TOEFL: 100
IELTS: 7.0 (overall band score)
Cambridge English Exam Advanced (CAE): 180 (overall score)
Duolingo English Exam: 120
@FURMANUNIVERSITY
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