Clemson University
One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students and faculty whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others. Ranked among the best national public universities in U.S. News & World Report for 16 consecutive years, Clemson is dedicated to teaching, research and service. The return on investment a Clemson degree affords has led to the University’s consistent rank as a best-value school by publications including The Princeton Review, U.S. News & World Report, Money and Forbes.
Accepts first-year applications South Public Rural Large (15,000+) Co-Ed No personal essay required - First Year No letter of recommendation required - First Year Test Optional/Flexible - First Year
Academic Programs
- Agriculture
- Animal Science
- Architecture
- Art & Design
- Business
- Communication
- Computer Science
- Construction/Development and Planning
- Criminal Justice
- Design
- Economics
- Education
- Engineering
- Finance/Accounting
- Government/Political Science
- Health Science
- History and Geography
- Human Nutrition
- Languages
- Liberal Arts
- Mathematical Sciences
- Music
- Nursing
- Packaging Science
- Performing Arts
- Psychology
- Recreation and Tourism Management
- Research
- Science
- Social Science
- Technology
- Visual Arts
Student experience
- Athletics
- Campus Recreation
- Co-op/Internship Opportunities
- Disability Services
- Distance/online learning
- First-generation student support services
- Greek Life
- Intramural/Club Sports
- LGBTQIA Services
- Living-Learning Communities
- Military/Veteran Services
- Multicultural Programs
- On-Campus Dining
- On-Campus Housing
- Parking and Transportation
- ROTC Program
- Student Government Association
- Student Health Services
- Study Abroad
- Undergraduate Research
- Veteran Fee Waiver
Application information
Find out about requirements, fees, and deadlines
Deadlines
- October 15 - application submitted
- November 1 - materials submitted
- Mid-December - decisions released
- January 1 - application submitted
- January 10 - materials submitted
- Mid-February - decisions released
January 10 - priority deadline to submit FAFSA for need-based programs and consideration for loans and grants.
May 1 - final application deadline (all other notifications after Regular Decision are on a rolling basis )
- Common application for admission
- $70 application fee or application fee waiver
- Self-Reported Academic Record (SRAR)
- Standardized test scores (SAT or ACT) - optional
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