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Clemson University

Clemson, SC·Public·~38% acceptance

Located in Clemson, SC, Clemson University is a public university. It admits about 38% of applicants. The average net price after aid is about $22,253 per year. About 87% of students graduate, and alumni earn a median of about $71,513 ten years after enrolling.

Average cost
$22,253/yr avg net price after aid
Full cost $35,015
Aid cuts ~$12,762/yr on average

Average across all aided students (U.S. College Scorecard). Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take the free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.

Deadlines
ED
EA
Oct 15
RD
Jan 1

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Admissions
GPA range3.45–4
SAT (middle 50%)1240–1410
ACT (middle 50%)28–32
Test policyTest optional
Programs
Computer Science
Data Science / Statistics
Information Systems / IT
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Environmental Science
Outcomes
87%
graduation rate
93%
freshman retention
$58,311
median earnings, 6yr
$71,513
median earnings, 10yr
Frequently asked questions
What is Clemson University's acceptance rate?
Clemson University admits about 38% of applicants.
How much does Clemson University cost?
At Clemson University, the average net price after aid is about $22,253 per year, and the full cost of attendance is about $35,015 per year before aid. Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take Blueprint's free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Clemson University?
The middle 50% of admitted students score 1240–1410 on the SAT and 28–32 on the ACT.
What are Clemson University's application deadlines?
Clemson University's deadlines are Early Action around Oct 15, Regular Decision around Jan 1. Always confirm exact dates on the school's official site.

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