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Founded in 1826, Furman University is a prestigious private liberal arts and sciences university with a campus internationally recognized for its beauty.
Founded in 1826 and named after Baptist pastor Richard Furman, Furman University is the oldest private institution of higher learning in South Carolina. It became a secular university in 1992, while keeping Christo et Doctrinae (For Christ and Learning) as its motto.
Founded in 1826, Furman University is one of the nation’s premier liberal arts and sciences universities, offering rigorous academics, broad research opportunities, a robust visual and performing arts program, and NCAA Division I athletics. See Our Rankings & Recognition.
Furman University is a private institution that was founded in 1826. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 2,283 (fall 2022), its setting is suburban, and the campus size is 800 acres.
We are here to help you learn about the merit-based scholarships, need-based grants, state and federal grants, state and federal loans and work-study programs that are available to make a Furman education possible.
Schedule a guided tour of our picturesque campus nestled in the foothills of the mountains & near downtown Greenville. We offer both virtual & in-person visits. Visit Furman today!
At Furman, we integrate classroom learning and access to premier academic programs with experiences in research, internships, study away and community-centered learning. The result? A hands-on approach that empowers you to personalize your education, refine your goals and shape your future.
Nationally recognized as a top liberal arts and sciences university, Furman offers more than 70 majors, minors and programs, all designed to help further your passions and achieve your professional goals.
Founded in 1826, Furman University is the oldest private university in South Carolina and among the 75 oldest institutions of higher education in operation nationally today.
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.
