Today’s students must be adept at handling the rigors of an increasingly dynamic and interdependent world. Furman’s\u00a0study away programs help students become more aware of their place in the global community.<\/p>\n
At Furman, study away encompasses both traditional travel programs abroad and internships and research programs\u00a0within the United States. It provides a window to other landscapes, cultures, mores, ways of life and perspectives.<\/p>\n
Furman is different from most universities in that it does not out-source most of its study away programs. Depending on the year, as many as 70% of the university’s programs are led by Furman faculty members who provide academic direction before, during and after the trip. As a result, the programs are seamlessly integrated into the university’s academic program.<\/p>\n
The university sponsors nearly 30 study away programs for approximately 370 students annually. More than %50 of Furman students participate in study away during their college careers. They may choose a semester-length program, a three-week “May Experience” trip, or a summer semester abroad.<\/p>\n
Furman seeks to preserve the academic integrity of existing programs while creating new\u00a0opportunities for travel and enrichment.<\/p>\n
The university is looking to make study away more accessible by building an endowment that provides need-based assistance to students who would not otherwise be able to participate.<\/p>\n
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