Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
38.05%
SAT Average
1,341
ACT Range
28-32
Clemson University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 38.05%. This means approximately 381 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 22,778 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
38.05%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $15,554 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $39,498 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $34,494 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $22,112 | State avg: $16,137. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 14.53% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 33.00% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Clemson University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$39,498
Room and board
$12,872
Books and supplies
$1,436
Other expenses
$5,476
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$34,494
Average net price
$22,112
Average aid coverage
36%
$12,382 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Clemson University pays approximately $22,112 per year after grants and aid. This is above the South Carolina average of $16,137 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Clemson University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to South Carolina and national averages.
Clemson University net price
$22,112
South Carolina average
$16,137
National average
$17,506
Clemson University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $39,498 and average net price at $22,112. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$39,498
Current net price
$22,112
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
87.90%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$71,513
Undergraduates
22,778
10-Year Median Earnings - Clemson University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Clemson University graduates earn about 1.6x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Clemson University?
Undergraduates
22,778
Completion rate
87.90%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
14.53%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
33.00%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 14.53% of Clemson University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 33.00% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Clemson University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Clemson University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Clemson University lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Clemson University is listed at 201 Sikes Hall, Clemson, SC 29634. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare Clemson University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clemson University | 38.05% | $39,498 | $22,112 | $71,513 |
| Medical University of South Carolina | Not available | Not available | Not available | $88,420 |
| Citadel Military College of South Carolina | 98.09% | $37,370 | $21,002 | $72,085 |
| Wofford College | 58.59% | $54,100 | $28,984 | $68,964 |
| Furman University | 52.57% | $58,312 | $29,997 | $68,635 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clemson University's acceptance rate?
Clemson University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 38.05%.
How much is Clemson University tuition?
Clemson University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $39,498.
What is Clemson University's average net price?
Clemson University's average net price in the local dataset is $22,112.
What is Clemson University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $71,513 for Clemson University.
Is Clemson University accredited?
Clemson University's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend Clemson University?
The local dataset lists 22,778 undergraduate students at Clemson University.
What percentage of Clemson University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Clemson University in the local dataset is 14.53%.
What is the federal loan rate at Clemson University?
The federal loan rate for Clemson University in the local dataset is 33.00%.
Where should I verify Clemson University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Clemson University or the latest official federal education data.