Furman Merit Based Scholarships

Recognizing your exceptional achievements and potential to make a meaningful impact at Furman and beyond.

Celebrating Academic Excellence

Merit-based scholarships support students who demonstrate exceptional academic achievement, leadership potential, and commitment to making a positive impact in their communities. These scholarships recognize your accomplishments while investing in your future success through Furman’s transformative educational experience.

In awarding merit-based scholarships, we consider:

• Academic performance and GPA
• Strength of curriculum and course rigor
• Standardized test scores (if submitted)
• Personal essay and demonstrated writing ability
• Leadership experience and co-curricular involvement
• Community service and impact

Your application for admission automatically serves as your application for merit-based scholarships no separate application is required.

REQUIRED STEPS TO APPLY

COMPLETE AN APPLICATION

You may complete and submit the Common Application or the Coalition/SCOIR Application online. There’s no application fee.

CHOOSE YOUR APPLICATION PLAN

Early Decision (I or II), Early Action, or Regular Decision

SUBMIT AN OFFICIAL HIGH SCHOOL TRANSCRIPT

Request an Official High School Transcript from your high school. Your counselor may send it via the Common Application or Coalition Application.

SUBMIT YOUR SCHOOL REPORT

Check with your school counselor to make sure they have completed your School Report. The report tells us about the courses and programs offered by your school.