Furman University
About
Furman University, a premier private liberal arts institution in Greenville, South Carolina, is highly regarded for its rigorous academic programs, particularly in the natural sciences, political science, and business. The student experience is defined by a vibrant, 100% residential campus culture where undergraduates enjoy a close-knit community, active student organizations, and NCAA Division I athletics set against the backdrop of one of the nation’s most beautiful campuses. What truly sets Furman apart is "The Furman Advantage," a distinctive educational framework that guarantees every student personalized mentorship and access to high-impact experiences, including funded undergraduate research, global study away, and professional internships.
Wikipedia:Furman University is a private university in Greenville, South Carolina, United States. Founded in 1826 and named after Baptist pastor Richard Furman, the liberal arts university is the oldest private institution of higher learning in South Carolina. It became a secular university in 1992, while keeping Christo et Doctrinae as its motto. As of Fall 2021, it enrolls approximately 2,300 undergraduate students and 150 graduate students on its 750-acre (304 ha) campus.
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Furman University accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
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