Furman University Department of Chemistry

The Furman University Department of Chemistry, located in Greenville, South Carolina, is dedicated to providing the highest quality education in chemistry through meaningful undergraduate research and impactful teaching. With an emphasis on inclusive excellence, the department prepares students to solve global challenges related to health, security, energy independence, and more. Students have the opportunity to choose from three tracks of study: chemistry, biochemistry, or environmental chemistry. The department offers one of the nation's largest summer research programs for undergraduates, allowing students to work side-by-side with faculty members in a meaningful research environment. Faculty and staff lead individual laboratories and work with students one-on-one on research projects, providing hands-on experience in modern instrumentation and techniques. Furman University values diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, age, religion, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.