Clemson, SC

Clemson University

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
Clemson University is a four-year, public school located in Clemson, SC.
It is a R1 university with very high research activities.
Clemson University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.

38% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 61,517 applied, 23,586 accepted, and 4,880 enrolled in Clemson.
1,923 men and 2,897 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.
Admission Stats

1,320 SAT, 31 ACT

In 2024-25, the average SAT score is 1,320 and ACT score is 31. The SAT score of 1320 is high, 86 to 90 as in percentile.
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SAT Score
Total124013201410
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing620660700
Math620660710
ACT Score
Composite283132
Math262831
English263134
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2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 undergraduate tuition & fees are $15,554 for South Carolina residents and $40,866 for others.
The graduate tuition & fees are $12,646 for South Carolina residents and $24,798 for others.
Tuition has increased by 3.46% compared to last year at Clemson University.
Cost Breakdown

Financial Aid

17,153 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $12,634.
For freshmen, 3,873 students (84%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $10,599.
Detailed Financial Aid

Student Population

A total of 29,077 students enrolled Clemson in 2025.
By gender, 13,430 men and 15,647 women students are enrolled.
There are 23,401 undergraduate and 5,676 graduate students.
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289 Major Programs

  • 19 programs through online
  • 142 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Certificate Programs
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Doctorate
  • Post-graduate Certificate
Area of Study

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of Clemson is 87% and the transfer-out rate is 9%.
The retention rate is 93% for full-time and 93% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
87%
Transfer-out Rate
9%
Retention Rate
93%
Students to Faculty Ratio
16 to 1
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Facutly & Staffs

A total of 1,906 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for Clemson and the average faculty salary is $109,516. The studetns to faculty ratio is 16 to 1.
There are 6,281 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $75,405.
Number of Faculties
1,906
Average Faculty Salary
$109,516
Number of Staffs
6,281
Average Staff Salary
$75,405

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • ROTC
  • Study Abroad
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • On-Campus Daycare
  • Libraries
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Athletics

Clemson University is a member of Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC).
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