Clemson University

Clemson, SC · Public

Acceptance rate
38%
Average SAT
1,353
ACT midpoint
30
Enrollment
23,300
In-state tuition
$15,554
Out-of-state tuition
$40,866
Avg net price
$22,253
4-yr grad rate

Test scores

Admitted students score between 1240 and 1410 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).

ACT midpoint: 30

Popular programs at Clemson University

Bachelor’s degree programs ranked by Stairway Ranking — a composite letter grade comparing this school’s program against every other school’s in the same major nationally. Ties broken alphabetically.

#ProgramStairway RankingGraduates/yr
1Business Administration, Management and Operations.422
2Psychology, General.328
3Biology, General.284
4Marketing.281
5Mechanical Engineering.242
6Finance and Financial Management Services.241
7Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.235
8Industrial Engineering.201
9Computer and Information Sciences, General.177
10Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.140
11Accounting and Related Services.130
12Economics.127
13Civil Engineering.124
14Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities Management.118
15Biomedical/Medical Engineering.115
16Animal Sciences.107
17Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other.94
18Political Science and Government.88
19Architecture.86
20Design and Applied Arts.84

Showing top 20 of 64 programs

Frequently asked questions

What is the acceptance rate at Clemson University?

Clemson University has an acceptance rate of 38% according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education data.

What SAT score do I need for Clemson University?

Admitted students at Clemson University typically score between 1240 and 1410 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).

How much does Clemson University cost?

The average net price (after grants and scholarships) at Clemson University is approximately $22,253 per year.

What is the graduation rate at Clemson University?

4-year graduation rate data for Clemson University is not currently published.

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Data: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Last updated 5/1/2026.