Furman’s vision The Furman Advantage guarantees every student an unparalleled education that combines classroom learning with real-world experiences and self-discovery. This integrated four-year pathway, guided by a diverse community of mentors, prepares students for lives of purpose and accelerated career and community impact—demonstrating in concrete terms the value of a Furman education.  FULL DEFINITION: The Furman Advantage guarantees every student an unparalleled education that combines classroom learning with real-world experiences and self-discovery. This integrated four-year pathway, guided by a diverse community of mentors, prepares students for lives of purpose and accelerated career and community impact— demonstrating in concrete terms the value of a Furman education.  

The Furman Advantage High-impact, engaged learning through research, internships and study away A team of advisors and mentors to help you find your path Leading institutes and centers to explore and tackle important issues A personalized, four-year pathway to graduation Next level breakdown into these four key elements: first three represent the academic experience with the fourth

The Furman Advantage: A Four-Year Pathway

Students will emerge with an advantage Every experience produces an advantage, and every interaction opens an opportunity for discovery. FURMAN STUDENTS WILL GRADUATE WITH THE ABILITY TO: Know & Apply - the intellectual growth that takes place Thrive & Connect - Students will develop personal and interpersonal growth Do & Become - Furman students graduate having experienced professional growth—hands on high-impact engaged experiences KNOW AND APPLY Intellectual THRIVE & CONNECT Personal and interpersonal DO AND BECOME Professional