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Ranked the best liberal arts college in South Carolina by U.S. News & World Report, Furman offers a variety of graduate degree programs.

Our focused programs offer courses and experiences designed to advance students personally and professionally. Furman University offers graduate opportunities in several educational areas:
† Master of Arts Degree - Within the master of arts program in education, degree concentrations are available in school leadership, literacy, special education (emotional/behavioral disorders, learning disabilities), teaching English to speakers of other languages, early childhood education, as well as curriculum and instruction.
† Educational Specialist Degree (Superintendent’s Certification) - This degree is a post-master’s degree program for experienced teachers, school and district administrators, and other educators, who seek to develop their potential and competencies; who are committed to the improvement of PK-12 education, especially at the school and district level; and who aspire to be lifelong researchers and leaders in their organizations.
† Plus 30 - Furman University currently offers required coursework toward +30 hours above a master’s degree in School Leadership, Literacy, and TESOL.

10/29/2026

In an age of information overload, meaningful reading matters more than ever. 📚

Join us virtually for a panel discussion about reimagining independent reading in the classroom. We’ll explore why it matters and how educators can create experiences that cultivate lifelong readers.

🗓️ November 2
⏰ 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.

🔗 Save your spot today: https://furman.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_OptDIk6NRbWFr3dQrHKZ3g #/registration

10/27/2026

Not sure which graduate program is right for you? We can help! 🎓

From learning about our graduate programs to getting answers about your next steps, our virtual information sessions can help you make a more informed decision about your future.

➡️ Register here: admission.furman.edu/portal/gradevents

10/23/2026

Heading to homecoming? Don’t forget to visit Graduate Studies! 💜

Stop by our tent to connect with current graduate students and alumni, and grab some swag!

🗓️ Saturday, October 24
⏰ 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
📍 Furman Mall (Reunion Village)

10/23/2026

Join Paige McPheely—founder, Executive Chair and author of Built to Breathe—for a free talk on why the most capable people end up carrying the most, and how leaders can break that pattern.

You'll have the chance to win a free copy of the book and get it signed by the author.

🗓️ November 3
⏰ 5:00 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
📍 Flywheel Coworking

🔗 Register for this free event: https://forms.furman.edu/view.php?id=1799918

10/22/2026

Great teachers never stop learning. 💡

Furman’s M.A.Ed. in Literacy helps teachers strengthen their instructional skills, support diverse learners and become leaders in literacy education.

Attend the upcoming virtual information session to learn more:

📅 Thursday, October 29
⏰ 4-5 p.m.

🔗 Save your spot: https://admission.furman.edu/portal/gradevents?id=9336f03d-c515-452a-ab36-a4a78d74a79e

10/21/2026

What does advocacy look like beyond the classroom? 📣

For M.A. in Advocacy and Social Policy students, it looks like conducting research, building partnerships and exploring new ways to create change in their communities.

🔗 See how MAP students are turning knowledge into action in our latest blog post: https://www.furman.edu/graduate-studies/from-classroom-to-action-m-a-in-advocacy-and-social-policys-practicum-experience/

10/20/2026

Congratulations to M.A. in Advocacy and Social Policy (MAP) student Tony Tanner on being featured in the Spartanburg County Foundation’s inaugural Hispanic/Latino Philanthropist exhibit! 🎉

Tony serves as the Legislative Director for the Spartanburg Initiative for Racial Equity Now, a local racial equity nonprofit, alongside his extensive advocacy work with numerous community organizations.

🔗 Discover how our MAP program can help you make a difference: furman.edu/map

10/19/2026

Where can an M.S. in Innovation and Leadership take you? 🚀

Our program prepares you to lead change, solve problems and make a difference in your organization and beyond. Learn more at our upcoming virtual information session:

📅 Wednesday, October 21
⏰ 12:30-1:30 p.m.

🔗 Register today: https://admission.furman.edu/portal/gradevents?id=dbd478e5-d40c-4b9e-93a2-1dbb06c69d0f

10/16/2026

Learning doesn’t just happen in the classroom.

For students in Furman’s M.S. in Community Engaged Medicine, fieldwork means putting their learning into practice by connecting with communities and gaining new perspectives on making an impact.

🔗 See what this fieldwork experience looks like: https://www.furman.edu/graduate-studies/a-different-kind-of-experience-ms-cems-fieldwork/

10/15/2026

Your next chapter starts here.

The final application deadline for Spring 2027 is coming up fast. If you’re ready to take the next step, Furman has three graduate programs starting this spring:

💡 M.S. in Innovation and Leadership
📣 M.A. in Advocacy and Social Policy
🩺 M.S. in Community Engaged Medicine

🔗 Find the right fit for you: furman.edu/gofurther

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3300 Poinsett Highway
Greenville, SC
29690

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https://www.furman.edu/graduate-studies

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