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Admissions Survey Excerpts
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Current Student
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Furman's application is medium-length; not as long as an Ivy League
school, but longer than that of an Auburn or other similar school. Not
just a... READ MORE
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Alumni
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The process at Furman is handled pretty well and you can get help at
anytime. That is one advantage about Furman, it is so small that you are
not ... READ MORE
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Alumni
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Furman sent information to me based on my SAT score, and the institution
waived my application fee. Furthermore, they selected me for a
scholarship ... READ MORE
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Alumni
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I applied early decision to Furman. I would recommend applying early to
anyone who knows that FU is there first choice. I think it enhances
your... READ MORE
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Academics Survey Excerpts
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Current Student
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Difficulty varies widely by major. Psychology and Chemistry majors are
typically found in the library. If you major in Economics, Business,
or P... READ MORE
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Alumni
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The academics are the best at Furman. Because it is a small, private
school, you are able to get a lot of attention and you are offered many
kinds... READ MORE
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Alumni
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Furman was excellent academically. I could always get the classes that I
wanted, and I found them to be challenging and rewarding. The grading
syste... READ MORE
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Alumni
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I was a business administration major. It was a 12 class major with
general classes. Professors are wonderful, and they were very willing
to giv... READ MORE
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Employment Prospect Survey Excerpts
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Current Student
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There is a joint Office of Student Employment/Office of Career Services which assist students in finding employment while at the University and for af... READ MORE
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Alumni
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Depending on your major, most people recognize the Furman name. Furman is willing to help students while they are at school and even when they get out... READ MORE
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Alumni
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Furman graduates have a wide network of opportunities and are thoroughly equipped to handle any job they pursue. The school is well-known throughout t... READ MORE
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Alumni
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The career services office at FU is mediocre at best. This was one complaint about FU. There is absolutely no reason why Furman should not attract p... READ MORE
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Quality of Life Survey Excerpts
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Current Student
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Campus housing is above average judging from the other schools I've
visited. Most of the dorm rooms are decent size considering that they
are in ... READ MORE
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Alumni
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Furman is sometimes called "the bubble" because you are somewhat
isolated from the outside world. Many students who go their don't have
to worry a... READ MORE
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Alumni
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Housing facilities are excellent. The university does not permit much
off-campus living, so they invest a great deal in their housing program.
Many ... READ MORE
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Alumni
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People always refer to Furman as "the bubble" because it almost not the
real world. The campus is beautiful, students are all well off,
facilitie... READ MORE
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Social Life Survey Excerpts
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Current Student
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Furman is definitely not a big party school. I have been to some
pretty good parties, but they don't happen every weekend. A lot of
people fill ... READ MORE
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Alumni
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There is alot to do around the greenville area especially the downtown
area! There are bars, resturants, and alot of unique coffee shops. Greek
is... READ MORE
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Alumni
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The social life at Furman is excellent as well. Lasting friendships are
commonplace. Many of the students are highly religious, and they tend to
soc... READ MORE
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Alumni
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There is a mixed bag as far as social life is concerned. Being that FU
is a very conservative school, there are many people who dont partake in
t... READ MORE
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