Clemson University: Rankings, Courses & Admissions

History of the Clemson University

Clemson University was established in 1889 with an endowment from a Philadelphia-born and European-educated engineer, Thomas Green Clemson. The Governor, John Peter Richardson signed a bill accepting Thomas Green’s gift in November 1889, which led to the establishment of Clemson Agricultural College.

In 1893, the Clemson Agricultural College started as an all-male, all-white military school with 446 students. With the admission of Harvey Gantt in 1963, Clemson University became the first traditionally white institution in South Carolina to end its policy of racial segregation. The College got its University status in 1964, thus becoming Clemson University, with academic offerings and research pursuits. 

Education at the Clemson University

The curriculum provided by Clemson University is designed to equip students with adequate skills to prepare for a life and career and make a difference. The University initiatives that respond to today’s educational landscape. It offers 80+ undergraduate, 120+ graduate and doctoral programs across 8 colleges which are as follows:

• College of Agriculture, Forestry and Life Sciences
• College of Architecture, Arts and Humanities
• College of Behavioral, Social and Health Sciences
• Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business
• College of Education
• College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Sciences
• College of Science
• Graduate School

Career Opportunities after Studying at the Clemson University

Clemson University collaborates with corporate partners to offer internships for students to learn professionally even while being a student and organizes events such as speaking engagements and mentoring conducted in partnership with various companies. This serves as a major source for the organizations to network with a valuable intern or full-time employee. Here are some of the companies students work for after getting a degree from Clemson University and their average annual salaries.

Recruiter	Average salary per year (approx)
Intel	$102,000 (INR 76.51 lakhs)
Cognizant	$95,000 (INR 71.26 lakhs)
American Express	$120,000 (INR 90 lakhs)
Deloitte	$118,000 (INR 88.52 lakhs)
Accenture	$135,000 (INR 1.01 crores)
JP Morgan Chase & Co.	$150,000 (INR 1.13 crores)

 

Famous Alumni of Clemson University

From politics to sportspersons, graduates from Clemson University have made quite a name for themselves. Listed below are the notable alumni. 

• Nikki Haley - First female governor of South Carolina from 2011 to 2017
• Bobby Johnson - Former American football coach and player, head football coach at Vanderbilt University
• Nancy O’Dell - American television host and entertainment journalist
• Deshaun Watson - American football quarterback for Houston Texans of the National Football League
• Dave Dondero - American singer and songwriter
• Strom Thurmond - Former Governor of South Carolina

Clemson University: Address

Clemson University is located at 105 Sikes Hall, Clemson, SC 29634, United States. The campus is situated on the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and is bordered by Lake Hartwell. 

Type of University - Public or Private 

It is a public research university that follows a semester-based academic calendar. The Clemson University acceptance rate is 61.9%. It conducts research for the betterment of the community. Some of its significant projects focus on lowering youth bullying rates in South Carolina schools and improving public irrigation systems.

QS World University Ranking and Other Rankings of Clemson University

The Clemson University ranking on QS World University Rankings 2022 is between 801 to 1000 with a student/faculty ratio of 15. As per the US News and World Report ranking, Clemson University bagged the 75th position in National Universities for the 2022 edition of Best Colleges, #43 in Best Colleges for Veterans and #48 in Best Undergraduate Teaching. 

On the subject rankings by the US News and World report, the Agricultural Sciences was ranked 203rd, #332 in Environment/Ecology, #397 in Engineering, #404 in Computer Science, #417 in Electrical and Electronic Engineering and #490 in Physical Chemistry. The Times Higher Education placed the institution on 182nd rank on US College Rankings 2022. 

Top Offered Courses at the Clemson University 

Clemson University offers degrees across various disciplines such as Engineering and Technology, Social Sciences and Management, Business and Management, Life Sciences and Medicine and Arts and Humanities. While the university is recognized for its business management, marketing and Industrial Engineering degrees, here’s a list of the few top offered courses and their application deadlines. 

• B.Sc. in Agricultural Mechanization and business
• B.Sc. in Agribusiness
• M.Sc in Construction Science and Management
• M.Sc in Management
• M.Sc in Computer Science
• B.Sc in Financial Management
• B.Sc in Mechanical Engineering

The Clemson University fees for residents and non-residents are different across undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs. Here’s an overview of the tuition fees per semester for part-time and full-time graduates and undergraduates. 

Type of program	Fees per semester for residents	Fees per semester for non- South Carolina residents
Full-time undergraduate course	$7,560 (INR 5.67 lakhs)	$19,056 (INR 14.29 lakhs)
Part–time undergraduate course	$657 (INR 49,279)	$1,657 (INR 1.24 lakhs)
Full-time graduate course	Tier 1 program - $6,382 (INR 4.77 lakhs) Tier 2 program - $5,429 (INR 4.07 lakhs)  Tier 3 program - $4,708 (INR 3.53 lakhs)	Tier 1 program - $13,755 (INR 10.32 lakhs) Tier 2 program - $11,283 (INR 8.46 lakhs) Tier 3 program - $9,738 (INR 7.30 lakhs)
Part–time graduate course	Tier 1 program - $855 (INR 64,131) Tier 2 program - $743 (INR 55,730) Tier 3 program - $570 (INR 42,754)	Tier 1 program - $1,777 (INR 1.33 lakhs)  Tier 2 program - $1,488 (INR 1.12 lakhs) Tier 3 program - $1,136 (INR 85,201)
Doctoral Base Academic fee (full-time)	$5,056 (INR 3.79 lakhs)	$10,644 (INR 7.98 lakhs)
Doctoral Base Academic fee (part-time)	$688 (INR 51,598)	$1,396 (INR 1.05 lakhs)

 

Required Exams to Procure Admission at Clemson University

Since English is the medium of instruction, a candidate has to appear for a language proficiency test. This is one of the criteria they need to meet to be eligible for Clemson University admission. Listed below are the minimum score requirements in either of the English proficiency tests. 

English language proficiency test	Required score
IELTS	6.5 or higher with a minimum of 6.0 in each sub score
TOEFL (iBT)	80 or higher
DuoLingo	105 or higher
English Composition I and II from an accredited US College or University	Grade of B or better

 

Clemson University has made standardized test scores such as SAT or ACT optional for the 2022 admissions cycle. However, if a student chooses to submit the scores, it should be done by the respective testing agency. The overall SAT score is derived by taking the highest evidence-based reading and writing/math scores. On the other hand, ACT score is calculated with an average of the best ACT English, Math, Reading and Science subject scores.  

Admission Requirements for Clemson University

The most important determining factor in procuring Clemson University admission is first-year graduate students' high school performance. The education institution assesses students on the GPA system, and they have to submit transcripts with college preparatory and college coursework. Here are some of the Clemson University requirements students must fulfill.

• Complete the application and submit it on the official website.
• Pay an application fee of $70 (INR 5251).
• If you are seeking admission in an undergraduate course and would like to submit your ACT or SAT scores, you need to request the College Board or ACT to send the scores to your college (no mandatory for transfer students).
• Submit your IELTS/TOEFL/DuoLingo test scores.
• Submit your academic credentials and transcripts.
• Submit a translated course description for coursework if you are a transfer student.

Available Scholarships at the Clemson University

The scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need. The scholarship programs available to the students of Clemson University are as follows:

Clemson University Scholarship and Grants

The eligible first year, as well as continuing students, are automatically considered for University scholarships and grants.

This scholarship is further sub-divided into four categories:

1. Diversity Scholarships
2. First-Year Freshmen Scholarships
3. Additional Clemson Scholarship Opportunities
4. Undergraduate scholarships

State of South Carolina Programs

The State of South Carolina funds the education of some in-state residents through several scholarship programs which are as follows:

1. LIFE
2. HOPE
3. Palmetto Fellows
4. Palmetto Fellows and LIFE Scholarship “Enhancement” Information

Private (donor-selected) Scholarships

Also referred to as the non-university scholarships, these grants are aided by various organizations and they need to be reported to the Office of Scholarships. Some of the named scholarships under this category are as follows:

1. List of Private Scholarship Opportunities
2. Available Search Engines
3. Reporting Outside Resources

Placement Prospects at the Clemson University

The Office of Career and Global Engagement at Clemson University believes in preparing students for life after graduation through mentoring, international program participation, employment opportunities, and career preparation. The office collaborates with corporate partners to offer internships for students. The Office organizes events such as speaking engagements and mentoring conducted in partnership with various companies.

Meanwhile, the Center for Career and Professional Development in the Hendrix Student Center looks after the off and on-campus job openings. A federally funded service named the Job Location and Development Program assists students in obtaining part-time jobs, maintains a listing of available employment opportunities and communicates it with the concerned department of study. 

Disclaimer! All course fees and salaries are approximate amounts subject to change depending on various conditions.

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