How to Apply
Our approach to admissions may be holistic, but our goal is singular:
find the most well-rounded, academically accomplished and interesting students out there. We know that a diverse, passionate class of students makes Furman a better place. Yes, your grades, and rigor of curriculum are important, but our application process goes well beyond what’s on paper. We want to connect with you to know your story and learn more about all you will contribute to the Furman community. Connect with your admission counselor, come visit campus, or attend a virtual session to help you decide if Furman is your perfect college home.
GET STARTED
Are you ready to choose Furman as your home away from home?
- No application fee
- Test-optional admissions
We are here to help guide you through the entire application process. Take the first step toward joining the Furman family by starting your online application. We look forward to getting to know you!
First-Year Students
REQUIRED STEPS TO APPLY
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COMPLETE AN APPLICATION
You may complete and submit the Common Application or the Coalition Application online. We understand that many families may still be facing financial challenges resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. Therefore, we have decided to waive the $50 application fee for all applicants.
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SUBMIT AN OFFICIAL HIGH SCHOOL TRANSCRIPT
Request an Official High School Transcript from your high school. Your counselor may upload it via the Common Application, Coalition Application, via email to admissions@furman.edu or by mail to:
Furman University
Office of Admissions
3300 Poinsett Highway
Greenville, SC 29615
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SUBMIT YOUR SCHOOL REPORT
Check with your school counselor to make sure he or she has completed your School Report. The report tells us about the courses and programs offered by your school.
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CHOOSE YOUR APPLICATION PLAN
Early Decision, Early Action, or Regular Decision
OPTIONAL STEPS
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SUBMIT STANDARDIZED TEST SCORES
Our personal approach to the admission process allows us to gain insight about who you are, both academically and personally. Furman’s Admission Committee is interested in getting to know the whole student — one who seeks academic challenge, leadership, service, commitment to the community and civic engagement. We view the admission process as an opportunity for you to showcase yourself and your abilities.
The Admission Committee believes that your potential for success cannot be determined solely by standardized test scores. Therefore, submitting your SAT or ACT scores is optional.
Our goal is to shape Furman’s community with students of all different talents, backgrounds, personalities, interests and passions. We invite you to let us get to know all about you.
If you do decide to submit your test scores and submit multiple test results, the Admission Committee will select the scores that offer you the greatest advantage in the admission review process. Furman’s school code for the SAT and TOEFL is 5222, and the code for ACT is 3858. If you do not wish for us to consider your scores, please indicate so on the Supplement to the Common Application.
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SCHEDULE AN INTERVIEW IF YOU ARE HOME SCHOOLED
If you are a home-schooled student, we ask that you participate in a phone interview with Maggie Murphy, our Home-School Student Coordinator. Interviews allow us the opportunity to better understand the curriculum and opportunities available to you. Please submit your Common Application or Coalition Application before you request an interview.
If you have any questions, please email maggie.murphy@furman.edu or call 864.294.3407.
APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID
Interested in learning more about how to apply for financial aid as a first-year student? Learn more by clicking below!
| EARLY DECISION | EARLY ACTION | EARLY DECISION II | REGULAR DECISION | |
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| CSS PROFILE/FAFSA PRIORITY DEADLINES | November 15 | December 15 | January 15 | February 15 |
| FINANCIAL AID NOTIFICATION | by December 15 | by February 1 | by February 15 | by March 15 |
IMPORTANT ADMISSION AND FINANCIAL AID DATES
| EARLY DECISION | EARLY ACTION | EARLY DECISION II | REGULAR DECISION | |
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| ADMISSION APPLICATION DEADLINE | November 15 | December 1 | January 15 | April 15 |
| EXPECTED DECISION NOTIFICATION | by December 1 | by January 15 | by February 1 | Within two weeks |
| CSS PROFILE/FAFSA PRIORITY DEADLINES | November 15 | December 15 | January 15 | February 15 |
| FINANCIAL AID NOTIFICATION | by December 15 | by February 1 | by February 15 | Within two weeks |
| ENROLLMENT DEADLINE | January 5 | May 1 | March 1 | May 1 |
KEY DATES & DEADLINES
| APPLICATION PLANS | APPLICATION DEADLINES | NOTIFICATION DATES |
Early Decision IIf Furman is your first choice and you are confident that you will attend if admitted, apply Early Decision. Furman’s Early Decision is binding, meaning that if you are admitted, you agree to withdraw your applications from all other institutions and commit to enroll at Furman. |
APPLICATION DEADLINES
NOVEMBER 15
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NOTIFICATION DATES
BY DECEMBER 1
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Early ActionEarly Action allows you to apply and learn about your admission decision early. With Early Action, you’re still free to investigate other schools. |
APPLICATION DEADLINES
DECEMBER 1
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NOTIFICATION DATES
BY JANUARY 15
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Early Decision IIIf Furman is your first choice and you are confident that you will attend if admitted, apply Early Decision. Furman’s Early Decision is binding, meaning that if you are admitted, you agree to withdraw your applications from all other institutions and commit to enroll at Furman. |
APPLICATION DEADLINES
JANUARY 15
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NOTIFICATION DATES
BY FEBRUARY 1
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Regular DecisionIf you want to keep your options open and need the most time to complete your admission applications, apply Regular Decision. |
APPLICATION DEADLINES
MARCH 1
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NOTIFICATION DATES
BY MARCH 15
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After you submit your application to Furman, you will receive your Application Status page login via email. You may access your Status Page at www.furman.edu/myapp.
You do not have to declare a major when applying to Furman. If you are undecided, you’ll be encouraged to explore a variety of different disciplines in order to help you find your path. Furman’s liberal arts and sciences foundation prepares every student to seek truth with passion, integrity and rigorous intellectual curiosity.
You’ll work with your academic advisor who will get to know you and understand your goals, interests and professional aspirations. By the second semester of your sophomore year or the beginning of your junior year, you’ll declare your major.
Learn more about our majors, minors and programs.
Click here to get in touch with your admissions counselor.
Our application is totally free.
We are happy to help connect you with a financial aid counselor. Please request a virtual appointment to get all of your questions answered!
If students have attended high school in the United States for four years (since freshman year), they do not need to submit test scores to demonstrate English proficiency.
A strong college preparatory course of study is essential to being successful at Furman. At minimum, it must include four years of English, Algebra I and II, geometry, three years of social studies, at least three years of natural sciences, and at least two years of the same foreign language.
Our holistic application review is based on an evaluation of your grades, rigor of curriculum, test scores (optional), extracurricular activities, and potential contribution to the Furman community. Beyond your application, we want to personally connect with you to get to know you better and learn more about your interest in Furman.
Furman believes that test scores only tell a piece of your story! If you feel your standardized test scores reflect your academic abilities, please submit them, and they will be considered in our application review. If you feel like your test scores are not reflective of your academic abilities and potential, you may choose to apply test-optional, and your test scores will not be used in review of your admissions application.
Yes. For admission consideration, Furman will accept scores reported on the application or sent by the student as a PDF via email to admissions@furman.edu. All enrolling students must submit official test scores from the testing agency or on an official high school transcript.
A strong college preparatory course of study is essential to being successful at Furman. At minimum, it must include four years of English, Algebra I and II, Geometry, three years of Social Studies, at least three years of natural sciences, and at least two years of the same foreign language.