Welcome to Furman Graduate Studies
Ranked the best liberal arts college in South Carolina by U.S. News & World Report, Furman offers a variety of graduate degree programs and certificates. Our focused programs offer courses and experiences designed to advance students personally and professionally. With focus areas from social justice and community health to pedagogy and design strategy, we’ve got a program built for you.
Advocacy & Equity Studies
The Master of Arts in Advocacy and Equity Studies (MAAES) is designed for problem-solvers and community leaders: those who see issues in society and want to make a change. Explore social justice. Engage systems of power and influence. Build solutions that make a difference in our communities.
Strategic Design
The Master of Arts in Strategic Design employs a portfolio school model at the intersection of art, communication, and business strategy. In this program, students design innovative solutions that merge the creative process with bold ideas.
Community-Engaged Medicine
The one-year master's program in Community-Engaged Medicine positions students to address medical needs and resources within communities, work in healthcare settings, or prepare for entry into advanced degrees in health and medicine.
Education
Select a program that meets your needs from the Master of Arts and Educational Specialist degrees, endorsements and certifications, and hours toward the next step in your career in education.
Master of Science in Chemistry
The Master of Science curriculum is part of a five-year program in which a student typically earns their Bachelor of Science after four years and completes the master's degree in subsequent years.
Innovation and Leadership
The Master of Science in Innovation and Leadership enables students to understand and apply theories and frameworks of innovation as they pertain to processes, products, activities and people. Students will plan, pitch and implement values-based interventions to facilitate innovation in corporate, organizational, group team and/or interpersonal contexts.
Read Our Graduate Studies Blog
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The Power of Public Narratives: Insights From Dr. Kylie Fisher
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From Learner to Leader: The Journey of Furman Alumnus, Matthew Critell, in School Leadership
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Innovation and Leadership: Furman University’s New Master of Science Program
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The Winning Formula: Furman University’s Sleep When You’re Dead 24-Hour Design Challenge
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The Mission of Furman University’s Master of Science in Community Engaged Medicine
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Navigating the Transition: Key Insights for Graduate Students Transitioning Into the Workforce