Clemson University

At a glance

Admission rate

38%

Total (middle 50%)

1240–1410

Undergraduates

23,300

Setting

Suburb: Midsize

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard - Most Recent Institution-Level Data

Test policy

Test optional Applicants may choose whether to send a score.

Clemson has adopted a test-optional policy; applicants are not required to submit SAT/ACT, and submitted scores must be official from the testing agency (superscored). The international page states the same test-optional policy; English proficiency (Duolingo, TOEFL or IELTS) required unless waived. (Verified on the official admissions website on 2026-11-06.)

Policy source: clemson.edu

SAT scores

Total (middle 50%)

1240–1410

Reading and Writing

620–700

Math

620–710

Average total

1353

ACT composite (middle 50%)

28–32

The middle 50%: a quarter of admitted students who sent scores scored below the first number, a quarter above the second. The total adds up the two sections' ranges, so it's approximate.

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard - Most Recent Institution-Level Data

Admissions

Accepts

Institution application, Coalition with Scoir, Common AppApply via the Clemson Application, Coalition Application (Scoir) or Common Application; nonrefundable $70 fee.

Application fee

$70

Phone

(864) 656-4636

Source: School's page (clemson.edu), checked November 6, 2026

Cost

Tuition, in-state

$15,854per year

Tuition, out-of-state

$42,378per year

Average net price

$22,032What students who get federal aid pay on average after grants and scholarships, per year.

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard - Most Recent Institution-Level Data

Outcomes

Graduation rate

88%

First-year retention

93%

Median earnings 10 years after entry

$79,064

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard - Most Recent Institution-Level Data

Degrees and programs

Degree levels: undergraduate certificate, bachelor, master, doctoral, first professional, graduate certificate

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard - Most Recent Data by Field of Study