Set in a college town with a beautiful backdrop of lakeshore and mountains, Clemson University attracts students looking for a rigorous academic experience, world-class research opportunities, strong sense of community and vibrant school spirit. We invite you to pursue greatness here.
One of the country's most selective public research universities, Clemson was founded in 1889 with a mission to be a "high seminary of learning" dedicated to teaching, research and service. Today, these three concepts remain at the heart of the University and provide the framework for an exceptional educational experience.
At Clemson, professors take the time to get to know students and explore innovative ways of teaching. Exceptional teaching is one reason our retention and graduation rates rank among the highest in the country for public universities and why Clemson continues to attract a talented student body.
In 2023, 57 percent of incoming first-year students were ranked in the top 10 percent of their high school classes, and the middle 50 percent of reported SAT scores ranged from 1240 to 1400.
The University is committed to the success of its students. For the Fall 2022 class, Clemson's student retention rate was 93 percent. Much of this is due to the Academic Success Center (ASC), which is recognized nationally and internationally for its programs in collegiate learning. The ASC is housed in a 35,000-square-foot facility where it offers free one-on-one tutoring services for more than 80 courses as well as for additional courses as the need arises. Peer-Assisted Learning, academic skills workshops and academic coaching are also available free to all Clemson students.
Clemson has also received national attention for its innovative Creative Inquiry undergraduate research program, which is open to every student and provides hands-on experiences that often inform future career paths. Faculty mentors lead team-based investigations where students take the lead on innovative discoveries that help them stand out when applying to jobs and graduate schools.
From cheering on the Tigers at a football game to socializing at the Hendrix Student Center, Clemson students can participate in a wide variety of activities outside the classroom. There are more than 600 student clubs and organizations on campus, from fraternities and sororities to international groups, military organizations, religious, service, sports, fitness, performing arts and much more.
As a member of the Atlantic Coast Conference, Clemson boasts 21 NCAA Division I athletic teams. Admission to regular-season events played on campus is included in University fees for full-time students, including football, basketball, soccer, baseball, cross-country, track and field, golf, volleyball, softball, lacrosse, gymnastics, tennis and rowing.
One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students and faculty whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others. Ranked among the top national public universities for 16 consecutive years, Clemson is dedicated to teaching, research and service. The return on investment a Clemson degree affords has led to the University's consistent rank as a best-value school by publications including The Princeton Review, U.S. News & World Report, Kiplinger Money and Forbes.
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Contact & Visit
Campus Visits Contact
Address
Admissions Office
105 Sikes Hall
Clemson, SC 296345124
105 Sikes Hall
Clemson, SC 296345124
Phone
8646562287
Email
visit@admission.clemson.edu
Experience College Life
Most Popular Places On Campus
SC Botanical Garden/ Discovery Center/Geology Muse
Hendrix Student Center - Clemson Ice Cream
Conference Center and Inn at Clemson/Walker Golf C
Fort Hill - John C. Calhoun House
Lee Art Gallery
Please visit: https://www.clemson.edu/admissions/visit/things-to-do-in-clemson.html
Hendrix Student Center - Clemson Ice Cream
Conference Center and Inn at Clemson/Walker Golf C
Fort Hill - John C. Calhoun House
Lee Art Gallery
Please visit: https://www.clemson.edu/admissions/visit/things-to-do-in-clemson.html
Most Popular Places Off Campus
The Blue Ridge Mountains
Numerous lakes and waterfalls in the area
Downtown Clemson/ Shopping and Dining
International Center Automotive Research
attractions in Greenville, SC
Please visit: http://www.clemson.edu/visitors/places-interest.html
Numerous lakes and waterfalls in the area
Downtown Clemson/ Shopping and Dining
International Center Automotive Research
attractions in Greenville, SC
Please visit: http://www.clemson.edu/visitors/places-interest.html
Campus Tours
Campus Visiting Center
Monday-Sunday
8 am-4:30 pm
8646562287
8 am-4:30 pm
8646562287
Campus Tours
Appointment Required: Yes
Dates: Year-round
Times:
Average Length: 2 hours
Dates: Year-round
Times:
Average Length: 2 hours
On Campus Interview
Campus Interviews
No
Information Sessions
Not Available
Times
Faculty and Coach Visits
Dates/Times Available
Class Visits
Dates/Times Available
Varies
Arrangements
Contact Visiting Center
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Not Available
Limitations
N/A
Transportation
Types of Transportation Available to Campus
The Greenville-Spartanburg Airport in Greenville, SC is a 1-hour drive from campus. Arrange for a rental car or the airport shuttle for the drive from the airport to the campus.
Driving Instructions to Campus
From I-85, exit to US Rte. 76 (north and west). Follow US 76 to South Carolina Hwy. 93 W. Follow Highway 93 to Sikes Hall (admissions office) and to the Visitors Center (just off Hwy. 93 across from Sikes Hall).
Local Accommodations
The Martin Inn on campus; multiple options for hotels nearby including The Abernathy, The Shepherd Hotel, Lakeside Lodge, Tru by Hilton and other popular chain hotels; many airbnb and vrbo options
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Admissions
Overall
From The School
In 2023, the University received 60,122 applications for a Fall first-year class of 4,494.
Application deadlines for first-year Fall/Summer admission are October 15 (Early Action — application submitted), November 1 (Early action — materials deadline), January 1 (Regular Decision — application submission), January 10 (Regular Decision — materials deadline) and December 1 for the Spring semester. For transfer admissions, the application deadlines are July 1 (Fall semester) and December 1 (Spring semester).
Overview
Applicants: 47,001
Acceptance Rate: 49%
Average HS GPA: 4.38
GPA Breakdown
77%
4.0
11%
3.75 - 3.99
7%
3.50 - 3.74
3%
3.25 - 3.49
1%
3.00 - 3.24
1%
2.50 - 2.99
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Learn MoreSAT & ACT Test Scores
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
610 - 700
SAT Math
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
610 - 720
SAT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
1240 - 1400
ACT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
27 - 32
Testing Policies
Yes
Yes
Standardized testing policy for use in admission
Test Optional
Deadlines
Regular — May 1
Other Admission Factors
Academic
Rigor of Secondary School Record
Class Rank
Academic GPA
Standardized Test Scores
Non-Academic
State Residency
Selectivity Rating
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Academics
Overall
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Academic Programs
The Clemson University Honors College is a University wide program that combines the strengths of a public, land-grant university with those of a highly selective small college. Honors students may choose to pursue departmental honors within their specific academic discipline. In addition, EUREKA! (Experiences in Undergraduate Research, Exploration and Knowledge Advancement) is a unique and exciting program that enables honors students to pursue research and scholarly activities with faculty members across all disciplines. The advantages of membership in the Honors College include priority registration, extended library loan privileges, honors research grants and a special living-learning community.
The National Scholars Program is a highly selective program for exceptional students who strive to meet their highest intellectual potential. One of its goals is to develop the interests and talents students need to compete for Rhodes, Marshall and Truman scholarships; Fulbright Grants; National Science Foundation Graduate Fellowships; and other prestigious international fellowships. Since 2020, 21 students have been awarded National Science Foundation research fellowships, and 13 have received NSF research fellowship honorable mentions.
In 2022-2023, one Clemson student was named the University's first ever Churchill Scholar, and four students were awarded Barry M. Goldwater Scholarships. Clemson had its first ever Rhodes Scholar in 2021-2022.
Majors and Degrees Offered
Students can select from more than 80 undergraduate and 120 graduate degree programs offered by eight colleges: Agriculture, Forestry and Life Sciences; Architecture, Art and Construction; Arts and Humanities; Behavioral, Social and Health Sciences; The Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business; Education; Engineering, Computing and Applied Sciences; and Science. Find your path at clemson.edu/degrees.
Faculty and Class Information
Student/Faculty
16.3:1
Total Faculty
1,828
with Terminal Degree
1,405
1,043
Men
785
Women
321
Minority
64
International
Most frequent class size
20 - 29
Most frequent lab / sub section size
2 - 9
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
60%
Graduate in 5 years
81%
Graduate in 6 years
84%
Majors
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AGRICULTURE, AGRICULTURE OPERATIONS, AND RELATED SCIENCES.
Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations.
Agricultural Business and Management, General.
Agricultural Economics.
Animal Sciences, General.
Applied Horticulture/Horticulture Operations, General.
Aquaculture.
Food Science.
Horticultural Science.
Soil Science and Agronomy, General.
Soil Sciences, Other.
-
ARCHITECTURE AND RELATED SERVICES.
Architecture.
Landscape Architecture.
-
AREA, ETHNIC, CULTURAL, GENDER, AND GROUP STUDIES.
African-American/Black Studies.
French Studies.
German Studies.
Japanese Studies.
Women's Studies.
-
BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
Animal Genetics.
Biochemistry.
Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other.
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
Microbiology, General.
Plant Pathology/Phytopathology.
Plant Physiology.
Zoology/Animal Biology.
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BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
Accounting.
Business Administration and Management, General.
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other.
Business/Commerce, General.
Construction Management.
Finance, General.
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General.
International Business/Trade/Commerce.
Marketing/Marketing Management, General.
Tourism and Travel Services Management.
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COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Speech Communication and Rhetoric.
Sports Communication.
-
COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGIES/TECHNICIANS AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Graphic Communications, General.
Graphic Communications, Other.
-
COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
Information Science/Studies.
Information Technology.
-
EDUCATION.
Agricultural Teacher Education.
Curriculum and Instruction.
Early Childhood Education and Teaching.
Education, General.
Education, Other.
Educational Leadership and Administration, General.
Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision.
Elementary Education and Teaching.
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching.
Mathematics Teacher Education.
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education.
Secondary Education and Teaching.
Special Education and Teaching, General.
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels.
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ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIES AND ENGINEERING-RELATED FIELDS.
Automotive Engineering Technology/Technician.
Construction Engineering Technology/Technician.
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians, Other.
Packaging Science.
-
ENGINEERING.
Agricultural Engineering.
Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering.
Ceramic Sciences and Engineering.
Chemical Engineering.
Civil Engineering, General.
Computer Engineering, General.
Computer Engineering, Other.
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Engineering Mechanics.
Engineering, General.
Engineering, Other.
Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering.
Industrial Engineering.
Materials Engineering.
Mechanical Engineering.
Textile Sciences and Engineering.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.
English Language and Literature, General.
Rhetoric and Composition.
-
FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES/HUMAN SCIENCES.
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services, Other.
-
FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General.
Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, Other.
Spanish Language and Literature.
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HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist.
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other.
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General.
Health/Health Care Administration/Management.
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN).
Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies.
Pre-Pharmacy Studies.
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse.
Therapeutic Recreation/Recreational Therapy.
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HISTORY.
History, General.
-
LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES, GENERAL STUDIES AND HUMANITIES.
General Studies.
-
MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
Mathematics, General.
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NATURAL RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION.
Forest Management/Forest Resources Management.
Forest Resources Production and Management.
Forestry, General.
Natural Resources Management and Policy.
Natural Resources/Conservation, General.
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PARKS, RECREATION, LEISURE, AND FITNESS STUDIES.
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management, General.
-
PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.
Philosophy.
Religion/Religious Studies.
-
PHYSICAL SCIENCES.
Chemistry, General.
Geology/Earth Science, General.
Physics, General.
-
PSYCHOLOGY.
Psychology, General.
-
PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROFESSIONS.
Public Administration.
Public Policy Analysis, General.
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SCIENCE TECHNOLOGIES/TECHNICIANS.
Biology Technician/Biotechnology Laboratory Technician.
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SOCIAL SCIENCES.
Anthropology.
Criminology.
Economics, General.
Political Science and Government, General.
Sociology.
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VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
Art/Art Studies, General.
Commercial and Advertising Art.
Dance.
Design and Visual Communications, General.
Film/Cinema/Video Studies.
Fine/Studio Arts, General.
Industrial and Product Design.
Visual and Performing Arts, Other.
Students Say
If you're looking for an education to prepare you for the post-grad world, look no further. At Clemson University, "academics are definitely not a joke." Some say that "classes and homework and study[ing] take up far more than the majority of [their] time." Many students are quick to highlight Clemson's STEM program, which they note is "rigorous and challenging," but acknowledge the hard work ultimately develops "some of the strongest leaders in research." And although the "majority of classes are lecture based," undergrads say that "professors ask questions and use other methods to keep you engaged." From the student perspective, instructors "seem to genuinely care about their students both personally and academically." Importantly, Clemson professors also tend to be "passionate about what they teach and get really excited about the material." Additionally, they're prone to "push[ing] you, but not to a point you cannot handle." As this undergrad concludes, "They care if I learn the material, but care more about [helping me] grow...personally and shaping [me] into the engineer they see in me."
Degrees
Bachelor's
Doctoral
Doctoral/Research
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
Doctoral
Doctoral/Research
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
Coop
Experiential
Internship
Notable Faculty
Prominent Alumni
Nikki Haley
Class of 1994. Former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations 2017 - 2018) and Governor of South Carolina (2011 - 2017)
Dr Harvey Gantt
Class of 1965. First African American student to attend Clemson and former mayor of Charlotte, NC
James "Jim" DeMint
Class of 1979. Former U.S. House of Representatives member and U.S. Senator (in Senate 2004 ??2012) for South Carolina.
William ?Trevor? Lawrence
Class of 2020. Star quarterback who led Clemson to a national championship in 2018; currently a quarterback for the Jacksonville Jaguars in the NFL.
Nancy O'Dell
Class of 1990. Former Miss South Carolina (1987) and host of Entertainment Tonight (2011-2019).
Jeff Brown
Class of 1995. Current President of Hendrick Automotive Group, the largest privately held automotive retail organization in the U.S. and former CEO of Ally Financial.
Cheri Phyfer-Kubu:
Class of 1993. President, Fortune Brands Global Plumbing Group, a division of Fortune Brands Home and Security Inc. (NYSE: FBHS), an industry-leading home and security products company
Academic Rating
80/99
Careers
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
60%
Graduate in 5 years
81%
Graduate in 6 years
84%
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
Coop
Experiential
Internship
ROI & Outcomes
Information from PayScale:
Starting Median Salary (Up to Bachelor's degree completed, only)
$70,500
Mid-Career Median Salary (Up to Bachelor's degree completed, only)
$125,200
Starting Median Salary (At least Bachelor's degree)
$72,800
Mid-Career Median Salary (At least Bachelor's degree)
$131,000
Percent High Job Meaning
49%
Percent STEM
35%
Students Say
The Center for Career and Professional Development (a collaboration between the Michelin Career Center, the Cooperative Education Program, and the University Professional Internship/Co-op Program) offers a full schedule of events and workshops throughout the year, including career fairs (for both specialized industries and general employment), mock interviews, career counseling, and professional development workshops. The Career Center is actively engaged in helping students find jobs, arranging recruitment sessions that are regularly posted on ClemsonJobLink, and helping students gain real-world experience (and often future job offers) through the co-operative education program. Additionally, the Clemson Tiger pride extends long beyond graduation, and Clemson’s alumni are “very involved with current operations of the University.” One student says, “I knew that once I graduate from Clemson, I would have no problem getting a job because so many people have heard how wonderful Clemson is.” Of the Clemson University alumni visiting PayScale.com, the median starting salary is $68,300, with 52 percent reporting that they derive a high level of meaning from their jobs.
Tuition & Aid
Tuition & Aid
Overview
From The School
Tuition, Room, Board and Fees
S.C. Resident Full Time (per year)
Tuition and Fees* $15,554
Room and Board (approximate)
$12,872 Books and Supplies (approximate)** $1,436
Total $29,862
Nonresident Full Time (per year)
Tuition and Fees* $39,498
Room and Board (approximate) $12,872
Books and Supplies (approximate)** $1,436
Total $53,806
Other Expenses
Estimated personal/transportation $5,410
Estimated computer cost** $1,884
*Assumes health and other mandatory fees (required for all full-time students) and average lab fees. Major enrichment fees apply to some majors and can range up to $2,500.
**All students are required to own a laptop computer. For details, go to clemson.edu/laptop.
All figures are for the 2023-2024 academic year and are subject to change.
Financial Aid
Financial aid is usually awarded based on need to supplement the amount students and their parents can contribute to college expenses. The University also awards some scholarships based entirely on academic merit. Clemson offers financial aid in the form of grants, scholarships, loans, and part-time employment, and 82 percent of all students receive some type of financial aid at Clemson.
The Office of Admissions automatically reviews each applicant to Clemson for scholarship eligibility (no additional scholarship application required). Test scores, class rank, GPA and financial need are all considered when awarding scholarships. Incoming first-year students must apply for admission by January 1 to be considered. Test scores need to be received by Clemson by January 10 for scholarship consideration. The high school transcript submitted for admission evaluation will be the same transcript used to determine merit scholarship eligibility. Information regarding scholarship packages will be communicated to students in the spring. To be eligible for federal and state-based aid, students are encouraged to complete the FAFSA located at fafsa.gov by March 1. For more information regarding specific scholarship types and amounts, visit clemson.edu/financial-aid.
Dates
Application Deadlines
Notification Date
Mar 1
Required Forms
FAFSA
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$11,942
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$11,196
Average Need-Based Loan
$4,273
Undergraduates who have borrowed through any loan program
48%
Average amount of loan debt per graduate
$32,934
Average amount of each freshman scholarship/grant package
$14,186
Financial aid provided to international students
No
Expenses per Academic Year
Tuition (In-State)
$13,838
Tuition (Out-of-State)
$36,430
Required Fees
$1,282
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$1,248
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
Yes
Board for Commuters
$1,664
Transportation for Commuters
$2,706
Available Aid
Financial Aid Methodology
Federal
Scholarships and Grants
Need-Based
Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
Need-Based Federal Pell
Need-Based Private Scholarships
Need-Based SEOG
Need-Based State Scholarships
Federal Direct Student Loan Programs
Direct PLUS Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFEL)
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes
Direct Lender
No
Financial Aid Rating
80/99
Student Body
Student Body
Overall
From The School
At Clemson, school spirit is a color—Solid Orange—and it's hard to miss on fall Saturdays in Death Valley when more than 80,000 fans cheer on the Clemson Tigers. Take a walk through campus on any night, and you'll see the campus alive with students playing intramural sports, going to concerts, attending Greek mixers or gathering to meet with any of Clemson's 600+ student organizations.
Student Body Profile
Total Undergraduate Enrollment
21,653
Foreign Countries Represented
61
Demographics
2.74%
Asian
5.67%
Black
7.22%
Hispanic
78.11%
Caucasian
1.29%
Unknown
51% female
49% male
43% are out of state
96% are full time
4% are part time
Students Say
You don't have to be on Clemson's campus for very long to recognize the "family atmosphere" that ripples through the entire university. Indeed, although it's a large, public institution, Clemson still manages to generate a "small-town feel" and a culture where "everyone has everyone else's backs." Of course, it's also easy to socialize when you have peers who are "extremely nice and polite." One undergrad further explains, "The student body is much more relaxed than most; few political or social controversies are on our campus, and school spirit is high." However, they are serious about their academics with numerous undergrads sharing that their classmates are "dedicated to their studies."Given that Clemson is located in South Carolina, it's none too surprising to learn that a number of students here have "southern roots." And while many undergrads also acknowledge that their peers are "predominantly white," they are quick to assert that "diversity among races, ethnicities, and genders is growing." This student notices the effort, sharing that his classmates "come from all different places and backgrounds." Despite coming from different backgrounds, what brings these students together is "an abundance of school pride and love for [the] university." One student poetically concludes, "Our differences are strong, but I think it's the love of campus-the way we can see the mountains in the distance and breathe such fresh air, walk everywhere we need to be in 15 minutes or less, and the fierce spirit that we'll always call Clemson home-that unites us and makes us feel like old friends."
Campus Life
Campus Life
Overview
From The School
Location
Clemson is located in Upstate South Carolina. Main campus encompasses 1,400 acres in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, along the shores of Lake Hartwell. Midway between Atlanta, Georgia, and Charlotte, North Carolina, Clemson offers the tight-knit atmosphere of a small college town with convenient access to the attractions found in major cities.
Housing
Located within a 10to 15-minute walk to class, Clemson's 22 residence halls and five apartment communities offer a vast selection of living arrangements.
Campus Facilities & Equipment
Fike Recreation Center
Fike is a 200,000-square-foot recreation center that features a fitness atrium complete with a suspended running track that overlooks the indoor courts. It's also equipped with indoor swimming facilities, fitness studios, racquetball courts, state-of-the-art cardio equipment, weights, locker rooms and a climbing wall.
Health Center
Redfern Health Center provides medical services, counseling and psychological services, and health-related programs like alcohol and drug education. It's one of the nation's few on-campus accredited health centers.
Hendrix Student Center
The Hendrix Student Center is the hub of campus activity and is located a step away from most housing. Here you can find people taking a yoga class or enjoying a meal at the food court. It's home to the University bookstore and offers plenty of quiet places to stop and study. It also has a movie theater, ice cream parlor and much more.
Housing
Located within a 10to 15-minute walk to class, Clemson's 23 residence halls and four apartment communities offer a vast selection of living arrangements.
Information Technology
The University's wireless networking capability lets students communicate with professors and classmates, read online course materials, check email and conduct research all from their own laptops.
Watt Family Innovation Center
The Watt Family Innovation Center offers a collaborative environment where students can engage with faculty and industry leaders to generate ideas and solve problems. Engineering and technology feature prominently in the 70,000-square-foot space for teaching and research, from the two-story media grid and moveable electronic walls to the lights that automatically sense when someone is in a room.
Off-Campus Opportunities
Study Abroad
Clemson students are strongly encouraged to incorporate a study-abroad experience in their overall Clemson journey. Programs are available on six continents for all disciplines and interests. These include faculty-led programs, exchange programs and programs available through Clemson's partnerships with study-abroad providers and institutions. Students in a variety of majors also have opportunities at Clemson campuses in South Carolina and around the world, including the Archbold Center in Dominica; the Daniel Center in Genoa, Italy; and the Brussels Center in Belgium.
Cooperative Education
The Princeton Review ranks Clemson's career services program among the very best in the nation.
Community Service
An important aspect of Clemson is its dedication to improving the world through public service. In a typical year, Clemson students contribute over 100,000 service hours, earning the University national recognition on the President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll. Opportunities to make a difference are available through student service organizations, ongoing service projects and one-time service events on campus, in the community, across the nation or around the world.
Campus Life
Undergrads living on campus
33%
Help finding off-campus housing
Yes
93/99
First-Year Students living on campus
99%
Campus Environment
Village
Housing Options
Apartment Single
Disabled Student
Dorms Coed
Dorms Female
Dorms Male
Disabled Student
Dorms Coed
Dorms Female
Dorms Male
Frat Sorority
International Student
Other
Theme Housing
Wellness Housing
International Student
Other
Theme Housing
Wellness Housing
Students Say
It's virtually impossible to be bored at Clemson University. "We all have multiple things that we are involved in," says one student, "whether it be clubs or jobs or going to sports games." Just what kind of organizations are available? Undergrads participate in everything from student government and mock trial to wiffleball club and Dance Marathon. Additionally, "intramural sports [are] very popular" with lots of people especially gravitating to spikeball. Greek life also has a large presence on campus, with some mentioning it "made their college experience very unique and made transitioning to college very easy."
When it comes partying, students say that "Clemson has more of a house party scene than a bar scene, especially before students turn 21." One individual further clarifies, "As a freshman, frat parties are the main source of 'going-out,' but this changes...once people live in apartments." Though if you're not a big partier, there's no reason to fret. It's just as common for students "to travel on the weekends, go to the lake or on nearby hikes, or find other activities."
Special Needs Admissions
Program / Service Name
Spectrum Program
College Entrance Tests Required
Yes
Interview Required
No
Special Need Services Offered
Student Activities
Registered Student Organizations
600
Number of Honor Societies
29
Number of Social Sororities
20
Number of Religious Organizations
41
8% join a fraternity
17% join a sorority
Sports
Athletic Division
Division I
Men's Sports (Tigers)
7 Sports
Baseball
Basketball
Cheerleading
Football
Golf
Soccer
Tennis
Basketball
Cheerleading
Football
Golf
Soccer
Tennis
Women's Sports (Tigers)
9 Sports
Basketball
Cheerleading
Golf
Gymnastics
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Volleyball
Cheerleading
Golf
Gymnastics
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Volleyball
Student Services
Day Care
Health
Army ROTC Offered on-campus
Air Force ROTC Offered on-campus
Health
Army ROTC Offered on-campus
Air Force ROTC Offered on-campus
Sustainability
60*
Campus Security Report
The Jeanne Clery Act requires colleges and universities to disclose their security policies, keep a public crime log, publish an annual crime report and provide timely warnings to students and campus employees about a crime posing an immediate or ongoing threat to students and campus employees.
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Other Information
Campus-wide Internet Network
Yes
% of Classrooms with Wireless Internet
100
Fee for Network Use
Yes
Partnerships with Technology Companies
Yes
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
No
Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
Yes
Description
Clemson requires the purchase of laptop computers. IBM laptops are the computer of choice at present time.
Wellness Program/Clinical Offerings
Institution has a mental health/wellness program that makes counseling, referral, and well-being services available to all students
Not Reported
Mental Health Website
Not Reported
Education & Training
Types of training available for students and faculty/staff
Program
Availability
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Engaging the Whole Campus
Institution has a Chief Behavioral Health Officer (and/or Chief Wellness Officer)
Not Reported
Peer-to-Peer
Institution has peer-to-peer offerings relating to mental health
Not Reported
Residential Life
Institution incorporates mental health and wellness into the residential experience
Not Reported
Student Orientation
Students who are provided an opportunity to participate in mental-health-orientation activities
First-year students
Not Reported
Incoming transfer students
Not Reported
Returning students
Not Reported
Entering graduate students
Not Reported
Mental Health in the Curriculum
The institution offers for-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
The institution offers non-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
Off-Campus Offerings
Institution offers referrals to off-campus counseling services
Not Reported
Health and Counseling Center Accreditation
Institution's counseling center is accredited
Not Reported
Accrediting body
Not Reported
Taking and Returning from Medical Leave
Institution has an official support program in place for students returning from mental health leave of absence
Not Reported
Counseling Demand
Number of months a year counseling center is open and fully staffed
Not Reported
