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Clemson University
Clemson, SCPublicSuburb Setting
Selective • 38% Acceptance
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Overview & Identity
Clemson University is a public institution located in the suburb setting of Clemson, SC. The university supports an undergraduate student body of 23.3K students and has an admission acceptance rate of 38%.
Quick Facts
Institution Type
Public
Student Population
23.3K (Very Large)
Admissions Selectivity
38% (Selective)
Predominant Degree
Bachelor's
Locale / Setting
Suburb
Admissions & Academics
Admitted Student Scores
SAT Reading620 - 700
200typical 50% range800
SAT Math620 - 710
200typical 50% range800
ACT Composite28 - 32
1typical 50% range36
38%
Acceptance Rate
Selective
Top Majors & Programs
Business & Marketing25% of degrees
Engineering18% of degrees
Social Sciences9% of degrees
Biological Sciences8% of degrees
Health Sciences7% of degrees
Programs / Fields of Study
Program
Credential
Earnings 4yr
Earnings 5yr
Debt
Industrial Engineering.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $136,058
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Real Estate.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $119,115
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Engineering, Other.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $114,455
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $114,399
Earnings 5yr: $105,377
Debt: N/A
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $109,470
Earnings 5yr: $106,513
Debt: N/A
Information Science/Studies.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $105,646
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $25,964
Computer Engineering.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $102,762
Earnings 5yr: $98,155
Debt: $26,955
Mechanical Engineering.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $102,636
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Accounting and Related Services.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $102,502
Earnings 5yr: $93,209
Debt: N/A
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $101,301
Earnings 5yr: $117,091
Debt: $22,498
Biomedical/Medical Engineering.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $100,816
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Construction Management.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $98,726
Earnings 5yr: $84,606
Debt: $22,675
Marketing.
Credential: Non-Credential Program (Preparatory Coursework/Teacher Certification)
Earnings 4yr: $96,856
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $96,446
Earnings 5yr: $94,861
Debt: $26,000
Engineering-Related Fields.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $94,449
Earnings 5yr: $90,243
Debt: $25,000
Biomedical/Medical Engineering.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $93,705
Earnings 5yr: $85,149
Debt: $22,500
Industrial Engineering.
Credential: Non-Credential Program (Preparatory Coursework/Teacher Certification)
Earnings 4yr: $93,702
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Industrial Engineering.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $92,491
Earnings 5yr: $96,384
Debt: $26,750
Public Administration.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $92,184
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Chemical Engineering.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $92,098
Earnings 5yr: $98,731
Debt: $21,450
Tuition & Cost Portrait
Avg Net Price$22,253
In-State Tuition$15,554
Out-of-State Tuition$40,866
Net Price DifferentiatorAverage Net Price is what typical families actually pay out of pocket after receiving federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships. It provides a more accurate metric of affordability than the sticker tuition.
Financial Assistance & Support
15%
Pell Grants
31%
Take Loans
78%
Repayment
Student Outcomes & ROI
Earnings Milestones Post-Graduation
6 Years Post-Entry
$58,311
+23% growth
10 Years Post-Entry
$71,513
Completion Signals
87%
Graduation Rate
4-Year Completion
93%
Retention Rate
1st-to-2nd Year Return
Median Debt at Graduation
$19,000
Est. Monthly Payment
$205/mo
Based on standard 10yr path
Campus & Demographics
Student Demographics & Community
Diversity Mix
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Gender Balance
46%
Men54%
WomenThe campus gender distribution displays a split of 46% men and 54% women.
Student Vitals
First-Gen Share
17%
Part-Time Share
3%
Avg Family Income
$96,551
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