It is not just about what you do; it’s about who you become because of it. The ultimate experience is shaped by many transformative moments. You’ll learn things that shift your view, grow in ways you never imagined, and make connections that will stay with you forever.
At Furman, we actively partner with you to design your four years, ensuring you take advantage of every opportunity. Our academic excellence and personalized support lead to guaranteed results beyond graduation.
Being a Dinsider means you are exceptional, and Furman is exactly where you’re meant to be.
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Why join the Furman Class of 2029?
Furman is a small school with big opportunities. You will get all that a big school has but with personalized guidance, accessibility to all you can imagine, and immediate and lasting success.
- Academic Excellence: With 75+ areas of study, small classes, and top-tier faculty, you’ll find your passion here. Our liberal arts foundation blends with exceptional science and business programs, making you well-rounded and focused.
- Experiential Learning: Gain real-world experiences through guaranteed study away, undergraduate research, and internships. Many opportunities are fully funded, making it easy to engage and set yourself apart.
- Career Readiness: Career preparation starts on day one and is baked into your journey, ensuring you graduate with a compelling resume and ready for success.
- Personalized Support: Our award-winning Pathways Program transforms higher education and establishes a culture of student support with dedicated mentoring, advising, and comprehensive well-being resources.
- Vibrant Campus Life: Be inspired by the sheer beauty of the campus, connect with your community, and thrive socially through D1 athletics, hundreds of student organizations, fraternities and sororities, and so much more. Plus, we guarantee housing for all four years, so you don’t have to search for a place to live.
There’s really no comparison.
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98%Placement rate six months after graduation(employed or in graduate school)
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#7Most Innovative SchoolsUS News & World Report
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85%of students participate in at least one high-impact practice(Research, Internships, Study Away)
Paladin Perspectives
See yourself at Furman through the experiences of current students.
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During my time at Furman, I had the opportunity to study away, intern abroad, and do a lot of really cool research."
Charlotte Frick ’25, History Major
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I chose Furman because of the programs, and I knew that the smaller class sizes would really help to connect with professors."
Rachel Hodge ’25, Neuroscience Major, Pre-Med Track
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Furman has prepared me for my career by offering résumé help and connecting me with potential internship and job opportunities."
Casen Shoemaker ’27, Computer Science Major
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