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Bearcat for a Day

Join us September 18 to get a taste of what college life is really like at Lander. Tour Lander’s beautiful campus and interact with college professors and students by visiting a class with a Lander student.

Bearcat for a Day

Join us September 18 to get a taste of what college life is really like at Lander. Tour Lander’s beautiful campus and interact with college professors and students by visiting a class with a Lander student.

Apfel New VP

Lander University has announced the appointment of Brian Apfel as the University’s inaugural Vice President for Marketing and Communications.

Apfel New VP

Lander University has announced the appointment of Brian Apfel as the University’s inaugural Vice President for Marketing and Communications.

Constitution Day

The community is invited to join the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences at Lander University for a Constitution Day discussion Sept. 17 featuring accomplished Upstate South Carolina civic leader Jason Zacher.

Constitution Day

The community is invited to join the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences at Lander University for a Constitution Day discussion Sept. 17 featuring accomplished Upstate South Carolina civic leader Jason Zacher.

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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.

Join Our Community

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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Whether you're just starting your college education or seeking an advanced degree, Lander University is the right choice for you.

This is Lander

Lander University offers high-demand and market-driven programs to ambitious and talented students in South Carolina and beyond. These programs are delivered in a rich liberal arts environment to produce highly qualified and marketable graduates.
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Areas of Study
60+
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360° Virtual Tour

Explore Lander’s campus with a self-guided virtual tour. See a 360°-view of the classrooms, academic buildings, residence halls, student centers and labs that make up our campus here in Greenwood, SC. Get a feeling for Lander University and its surroundings and discover why we love Bearcat Country!

Latest News

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Lander University Wind Ensemble to Perform

The community is invited to join the Lander University Wind Ensemble for its first performance of the 2024-25 season Tuesday, Oct. 8, at 7 p.m. in the Josephine B. Abney Cultural Center Auditorium at Lander.

10 September 2024
Brian Apfel
Apfel Joins Lander as Vice President for Marketing & Communications

Lander University has announced the appointment of Brian Apfel – a seasoned professional with more than 20 years of experience in higher education and corporate marketing, public relations and brand development – as the University’s inaugural Vice President for Marketing and Communications.

09 September 2024
people at family day
Lander to Host Parent and Family Involvement Day

Lander University’s Parent and Family Involvement Day on Saturday, Sept. 28, will feature a range of activities designed to give parents and their students an opportunity to enjoy campus life together.

05 September 2024