Quick Summary
Situated in Clemson, United States, Clemson University is a public land-grant research university established in 1889. Ranked #801-850 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 28466 students including 6.2% from outside United States. Known for strengths in Agricultural Sciences, Engineering, Architecture, it maintains an acceptance rate of 43%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Clemson combines a high-ranking research environment with a tight-knit community culture and legendary athletic spirit.
Subject Strengths
Agricultural SciencesEngineeringArchitectureBusinessAutomotive Engineering
Founded1889
TypePublic Land-grant Research University
Total Students28466
Intl Students6.2%
Faculty Ratio16
CampusRural/Small Town
Campus Size17,000 acres
Affiliated HospitalsPrisma Health Oconee Memorial Hospital, Clemson University Biomedical Engineering Innovation Center
AccreditationSouthern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#801-850
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#601–800
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#501–600
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral, Professional Certificates
Programs
50+
PhD Programs
Clemson Online (MBA, Data Science, Education)
Online Programs
Clemson University International Center for Automotive Research (CU-ICAR), Watt Family Innovation Center
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate43%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL80
Min GPA3.7
GRERequired for specific graduate programs
GMATRequired for MBA and some business programs
SAT1230-1390
ACT27-32
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · December 1 (Priority), May 1 (Final)
SPRINGApplication Deadline · October 1
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on high school rigorous coursework, leadership roles, and early application for merit scholarship consideration.
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Cost Ledger
Annual estimate
UG Tuition
$39,502/yr
per year · USD
Living Cost
$15,400/yr
per year · USD
PG Tuition
$24,800/yr
per year · USD
Application Fee
$70
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$54,972/yr
tuition + living + essentials · USD
Scholarships AvailablePalmetto Fellows, Life Scholarship, Clemson University Merit Scholarships
Avg Scholarship$8,500
Financial AidFederal Pell Grant, FAFSA based loans and grants
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral, Professional Certificates programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Marketing | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Psychology | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Biology | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Nursing | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$62,000
Average Salary After Graduation
94%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with BMW, Michelin, and Boeing
Industry Connections
Automotive ResearchAerospaceAgribusinessTextile Industry
Notable Alumni
Nikki Haley, Deshaun Watson, Trevor Lawrence, Harvey Gantt
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Memorial Stadium, Littlejohn Coliseum, Fike Recreation Center
Student Clubs
500+ student organizations
Library Resources
Robert Muldrow Cooper Library, Gunnin Architecture Library
Exchange Programs
Available in 100+ locations through the Study Abroad Office
Summer Programs
Available