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38%
Moderately Selective
87%
Graduation
About Clemson University
Clemson University is a public four-year institution located in Clemson, South Carolina. With an enrollment of approximately 22,778 undergraduate students, it is a large institution. The university admits 38% of applicants, making it moderately selective. The graduation rate stands at a strong 87%. Graduates earn a median salary of $71,513 within 10 years of enrollment. After financial aid, the average student pays a net price of $22,112 per year.
Key Statistics
Acceptance Rate
38%
Class of 2026 data
Graduation Rate
87%
Enrollment
22,778
Total students
Median Earnings
$71,513
10 yrs after entry
In-State Tuition
$15,554
Per year
Out-of-State Tuition
$39,498
Per year
Average Net Price
$22,112
After aid (avg)
SAT Range (M+R)
1230–1400
25th–75th percentile
Campus Location
Admissions
Admission Requirements
ACT Score Range
28 – 32
Test Score Ranges
SAT Score (Math + Reading)
25th
1230
Median
1325
75th
1400
4001600
SAT Math
25th
610
Median
665
75th
700
200800
ACT Composite
25th
28
Median
30
75th
32
136
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Cost & Financial Aid
Cost Comparison
Out-of-State Tuition$39,498/yr
In-State Tuition$15,554/yr
Avg Net Price (after aid)$22,112/yr
What most students actually pay
Return on Investment
Good4-Year Cost
$88,448
10-Year Earnings
$715,130
ROI Multiple
8.1×
Based on avg net price × 4 years vs. median earnings × 10 years after enrollment
Scholarships at Clemson University
Student Outcomes
87%
Graduation Rate
Above national average
$72k
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
22,778
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
