Furman University

Furman University requires at least 128 credits to complete a bachelor's degree.

If students would like to graduate in less time than normal, they can choose the accelerated degree program. Furman University accepts transfer credits. Additionally, Furman University has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

NOTE: Around 85% of students who start college at Furman University finish the requirements for graduation within six years.

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Academic Options	Yes	No	Note
Accelerated Degree Program	√	–	–
Transfer Credits Accepted	√	–	–
AP Credit Accepted	√	–	–
IB Credits Accepted	–	–	–
Summer Classes Available	√	–	–
New Student Orientation	√	–	–

Reminder: Furman University may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

What Classes Will I Take At Furman University?

Furman University has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are required to fulfill a language requirement as well as a math and science requirement.

Students are not required to take a computer class to graduate.

Course	Required?
2nd Language	Yes
Math	Yes
Science	Yes
Computer	No

Reminder: Check with Furman University directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at Furman University

When choosing a major, Furman University students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at Furman University.Furman University allows students to design their own major, if desired. If students would like to study something that is not offered as an official major, designing their own major is a great alternative. Furman University false.Furman University offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Declaring a double major may mean taking more courses, but it can provide an interesting mix of experience that helps students stand out when looking for a job or applying to grad school.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Furman University

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Does Furman University Offer Learning Disability Services?

🟨 Check with Furman University directly for information on any possible available services for students with disabilities.

Does Furman University Have An Online Program?

❌ Furman University false or fully-online programs, so students must be able to attend classes on-campus.

Does Furman University Give Credit for AP Classes?

✅ Furman University true Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does Furman University Have An Honors Program?

🟨 To learn more about any possible honors programs at Furman University, check with the school directly.

Does Furman University Require Internships?

❌ Furman University studets are not required to complete an internship.

Students can still look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job. While Furman University does not require internships for students of any major, internships can help students gain hands-on work experience for their resume, and explore career paths that interest them without committing to one path.

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Additional Information About Furman University

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Furman University Library

The main library on campus is the James Buchanan Duke Library and there are 2 other libraries on campus.

Dual Degree Programs at Furman University

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time. A 3-2 dual degree program is a five-year program wherein the first three years are spend taking undergraduate courses and the final two years are spent taking graduate courses. Upon completion of the 5 years, the student will be awarded two degrees, a bachelor's degree and a master's degree.

Furman University offers these dual degree programs:

•3-2 dual degree program in engineering in partnership with Georgia Institute of Technology and Clemson University

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does Furman University have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every college. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

Furman University has an Army ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at Furman University include:

•an ARMY ROTC branch unit on campus

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