How to Apply
We can’t wait to get to know you!
Our holistic approach to admissions is to 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.
Already Know Furman is Your First Choice?
Applying Early Decision tells us Furman is at the top of your list. You’ll be considered in a smaller applicant group and get your admission decision ahead of schedule. Plus, Early Decision applicants can also request an early financial aid estimate to help with their planning.
GET STARTED
Are you ready to choose Furman as your home away from home?
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 - Steps to Apply
REQUIRED STEPS TO APPLY
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COMPLETE AN APPLICATION
You may complete and submit the Common Application or the Coalition/SCOIR Application online. There’s no application fee.
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CHOOSE YOUR APPLICATION PLAN
Early Decision (I or II), Early Action, or Regular Decision
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SUBMIT AN OFFICIAL HIGH SCHOOL TRANSCRIPT
Request an Official High School Transcript from your high school. Your counselor may send it via the Common Application or Coalition Application, via email to [email protected] or by mail to:
Furman University
Office of Admissions
3300 Poinsett Highway
Greenville, SC 29613 -
SUBMIT YOUR SCHOOL REPORT
Check with your school counselor to make sure they have completed your School Report. The report tells us about the courses and programs offered by your school.
OPTIONAL STEPS
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SUBMIT STANDARDIZED TEST SCORES
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.
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 OR AN EARLY HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATE
If you are a home-schooled student, or a student intending to graduate high school early, we ask that you participate in a required Zoom interview. Interviews allow us the opportunity to better understand the curriculum and opportunities available to you. You must submit your Common Application or Coalition/SCOIR Application before you request an interview.
For steps on how to sign up, please see your admissions status page.
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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| FAFSA/CSS PROFILE PRIORITY DEADLINES | By November 1 | By November 15 | By January 15 | By February 1 |
| FINANCIAL AID NOTIFICATION | By November 15 | By January 10 | By February 1 | By March 1 |
IMPORTANT ADMISSION AND FINANCIAL AID DATES
| EARLY DECISION | EARLY ACTION | EARLY DECISION II | REGULAR DECISION | |
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| ADMISSION APPLICATION DEADLINE | November 1 | November 1 | January 15 | January 15 |
| EXPECTED DECISION NOTIFICATION | By November 15 | By December 20 | By February 1 | By February 15 |
| FAFSA/CSS PROFILE PRIORITY DEADLINES | By November 1 | By November 15 | By January 15 | By February 1 |
| FINANCIAL AID NOTIFICATION | By November 15 | By January 10 | By February 1 | By March 1 |
| ENROLLMENT DEADLINE | January 5 | May 1 | March 1 | May 1 |
FURMAN APPLICATION DEADLINES & DATES
We’ve created four different application plans to meet each student’s particular needs.
| APPLICATION PLANS | APPLICATION DEADLINES | NOTIFICATION DATES | ENROLLMENT DEADLINE |
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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. Learn more about Early Decision |
APPLICATION DEADLINES
NOVEMBER 1
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NOTIFICATION DATES
BY NOVEMBER 15
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ENROLLMENT DEADLINE
JANUARY 5
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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
NOVEMBER 1
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NOTIFICATION DATES
BY DECEMBER 20
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ENROLLMENT DEADLINE
MAY 1
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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. Learn more about Early Decision |
APPLICATION DEADLINES
JANUARY 15
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NOTIFICATION DATES
BY FEBRUARY 1
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ENROLLMENT DEADLINE
MARCH 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
JANUARY 15
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NOTIFICATION DATES
BY FEBRUARY 15
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ENROLLMENT DEADLINE
MAY 1
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Application FAQ
3300 Poinsett Hwy, Greenville, SC 29613
Furman is located in Greenville, South Carolina, an internationally recognized Southern city consistently ranked as one of the nation’s best places to live.
Learn more about Greenville and all the unique places and things to do in the area.
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.
Furman does not have an application fee.
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 [email protected]. All enrolling students must submit official test scores from the testing agency or on an official high school transcript.