How to Apply

Take the next step in your career and become a leader in the education arena. It all begins when you apply to Furman. Follow our application steps to begin building a strong foundation for your success.​

General Admission Requirements

To be admitted to our Graduate Studies in Education program, you must meet the following requirements before you can apply for admission:

• A South Carolina teaching license or equivalent (or eligible for licensure).  Note:  Professional level license is needed for School Leadership programs, and Admin certification is needed for the EdS in Educational Leadership program.
• An undergraduate degree from an accredited institution or a Teacher Education Program that is recognized by the South Carolina Department of Education.
• A minimum GPA of 2.75 in undergraduate coursework (3.0 preferred).

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​​​​​​View qualifications for International Applicants

Please note: Furman does not offer the School Leadership programs to international graduate students.