Clemson University

School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More

Clemson, SC

$14,118

Avg in-state tuition

$37,110

Avg out-of-state tuition

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About Clemson University

School Type: Public

Status: Non-profit

Accreditation: Regional

Religious Affiliation: N/A While the student experience is largely unaffected at most schools with religious affiliations, some schools place more of an emphasis on religion. Learn how religious affiliations may impact students' experience.

Clemson University is a large public university located on a suburban campus in Clemson, South Carolina. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 20,868, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 62%. The university offers 78 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 85%, and a student-faculty ratio of 16:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $14,118, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $37,110.

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Admissions Breakdown

Acceptance Rate Insight

This school has a high acceptance rate.

This school accepts students at a higher rate than other schools. High acceptance schools welcome 51-100% of all applicants.

62% of students were accepted during the 2020-2021 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.

Retention Rate Insight

Students remain enrolled in this school at a higher rate than other schools.

This typically means students are happy with their school selection and wish to continue their education there.

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94% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2019 and returned in Fall 2020.

Graduation Rate Insight

Students graduate from this school at a higher rate than other schools.

This is typically an indication of a school's quality and means most students finish their degree in a timely manner.

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85% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2014. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.

Application Considerations

Test scores Required

High school transcript Required

High school rank Considered (not required)

Letter of recommendation Not required or recommended

High school GPA Required

Open admission No

Completion of college prep program Required

Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL) Required

Transfer Credit Policy

Dual enrollment Yes

Credit for qualified life experience* Implied no

Advance placement (AP) credits Yes

*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.

SAT & ACT

Students who attend this school typically have higher standardized test scores than students at other schools.

While test scores can be an important aspect of college applications, schools determine admission based on several factors, and these test scores are only a suggested range.

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ACT 25th-75th Percentile 27-32

SAT 25th-75th Percentile 1210-1390

Learning Environment

Student Body Stats

This school has a student body of more than 15,000 students.

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26k

Students enrolled

85%

Online student enrollment

16:1

Student to faculty ratio

Ways Students Can Learn

Online Check Bold
On-campus Check Bold
Hybrid The program is a combination of on-campus and online learning and varies per program. Check Bold
International Online classes are available for students around the world. Check Bold

Demographics

White

76%

Black

6%

Hispanic

5%

Non-U.S. Citizen

5%

Two or more races

4%

Asian

3%

Unknown

1%

American Indian/Alaska Native

0%

Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander

0%

Female student population

50%

Socio-economic diversity

14% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.

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Online Programs

Offers Online Programs

Yes

Online Programs

50

Total Online Enrollment

22,531

Student Location Breakout

Percent of Programs Online

80% On-campus

20% Online

Types of Online Programs Offered

Certificates Check Bold 13% online

Associate X Bold Not offered

Bachelor's Check Bold 3% online

Graduate Certificate Check Bold 59% online

Master's Check Bold 28% online

Doctorate Check Bold 10% online

Student Charges

Tuition and Required Fees

Student Level In-state Out-of-state
Undergraduate $14,118 $37,110
Graduate $10,600 $22,050

Cost of Undergraduate Attendance

Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2020–2021 academic year.

Costs to Consider Price
Books and supplies $1,188
On-campus room and board $11,850
On-campus other expenses $4,284
Off-campus (not with family) room and board $11,850
Off-campus (not with family) other expenses $4,284
Off-campus (with family) other expenses $6,042

Total Undergraduate Cost

Total cost by category In-state Out-of-state
On-campus $31,440 $54,432
Off-campus without family $31,440 $54,432
Off-campus with family $21,348 $44,340

Financial Breakdown

Students Receiving Aid

Federal Grant Aid

47%

State Grant Aid

58%

Institution Grant Aid

61%

Pell Grant

14%

Average Aid Awarded

Federal Grant Aid $2,158
State Grant Aid $6,053
Institution Grant Aid $6,725
Pell Grant Aid $4,528

Financial Outlook

$22k

Average student debt after graduation

$48k

Average salary 6 years after starting school

Varsity Athletic Teams

NCAA Division I-FBS

of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.

Participation

Men Women
  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Football
  • Golf
  • Rowing
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball
  • All Track Combined

Degrees Awarded by Program

Degrees given for the 2020-2021 academic year.

1

Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science And Related Fields

BA

MA

DOC

2

Agriculture, Agriculture Operations, And Related Sciences

BA

MA

DOC