Clemson University and University of Notre Dame are frequently compared when students or parents prepare college admissions. Clemson is a four-year, public school located in Clemson, SC and ND is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Notre Dame, IN.
The following list compares two colleges briefly in important perspectives. You can compare them with comprehensive information on full comparison page.
| Clemson University | vs. | University of Notre Dame |
|---|---|---|
| Clemson, South Carolina | Location | Notre Dame, Indiana |
| Four-year, Public | School Type | four-year, Private (not-for-profit) |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Research University (very high research activity) | Carnegie Classification | Research University (very high research activity) |
In-State$15,554
Out-Of-State$40,866 | 2025 Tuition & Fees | $65,025 |
| 76% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 61% |
| $13,367 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $51,626 |
| 38.34 % | Acceptance Rates | 11.27 % |
| 20.69 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 61.71 % |
| 1,320 | SAT Score | 1,520 |
| 31 | ACT Score | 34 |
| 87 % | Graduation Rate | 95 % |
| 9 % | Transfer-out Rate | - |
| 93 % | Retention Rate | 99 % |
| 29,077 | Student Population | 13,042 |
| 1,496 | Number of Faculties | 1,305 |
| 16 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 8 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services |
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