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Small class sizes. Personal attention from experienced professors. Unique opportunities in and outside the classroom. It’s all a part of what makes Lander the right choice for you. 

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Move-in Day for Fall

Now is the time to start planning. Before you unload that first box, find out what to expect.

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Whether you’re a high school sophomore getting an early start on the college search, a second-degree student interested in coming back to school, or anyone in between, our weekday visits will be tailored just for you. 

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Lander Ranked 3rd Best Public College in the South; 8th Best for Veterans

According to recent rankings by U.S. News & World Report, Lander University is ranked third among public colleges and universities in the South. Lander University is ranked #21 for all colleges and universities in the South Region and the 8th best for veterans.

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Experience Your Education

At Lander University, our students don't just learn. Our award-winning experiential learning program is getting students out of classrooms and into the real world where they're pushing boundaries and putting their knowledge into action. 

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Nestled in the heart of Greenwood, S.C., Lander University is a state-assisted, coeducational, four-year university with approximately 3,000 students. Throughout our 145-year history, Lander has enrolled and graduated people who think and create, who inspire and lead, and who break boundaries and shape the world around us. In other words, people like you.

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