Clemson University
Clemson, South Carolina
How selective is it?
Clemson University is in our Selective tier (~30-50% acceptance). A solid academic fit matters, but admission isn't a reach for students in the typical range.
Estimates conflict (~38-51%, recent figures lower).
Tiers are broad on purpose. Acceptance rates move every cycle, and many schools are more competitive for specific majors than the school overall, so use this as a starting point for your list, not a prediction.
How to use Clemson University in your college list
This is often a realistic target if your grades and course rigor match the school's typical entering class, which you can confirm in its Common Data Set. Popular majors, such as computer science, engineering, or nursing, can be harder to get into than the school-wide tier suggests.
Building a list across tiers? See all 9 South Carolina colleges in our finder, or follow our guide to building a list by score and GPA.
What it's known for
Clemson University is widely recognized for strengths in the fields below. This reflects peer-assessment rankings and long-standing reputation, not a full list of programs.
Explore related majors: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering.
Check the current numbers yourself
For Clemson University's current test-score and GPA ranges, acceptance rate, and cost, go to the source:
- Find its Common Data Set ↗ Section C has the middle 50% of scores and GPA. Our step-by-step guide shows how to read it.
- College Scorecard ↗ U.S. Department of Education data on cost, graduation, and outcomes.
- Net price calculator ↗ Estimate what your family would actually pay after aid.
- Find the official admissions page ↗ Deadlines, requirements, and how to apply.
Similar colleges to consider
Schools with a similar selectivity, in the same state, or known for the same fields. A balanced list usually mixes a few reaches, several realistic targets, and at least one or two safeties.
- Auburn UniversityAuburn, AL · Selective
- Purdue UniversityWest Lafayette, IN · Selective
- University of Illinois Urbana-ChampaignChampaign, IL · Selective
- University of Maryland, College ParkCollege Park, MD · Selective
- University of WashingtonSeattle, WA · Selective
- University of Wisconsin-MadisonMadison, WI · Selective
Frequently asked questions
How selective is Clemson University?+
Clemson University sits in our "Selective" tier (~30-50% acceptance). Estimates conflict (~38-51%, recent figures lower).
Is Clemson University hard to get into?+
A solid academic fit matters, but admission isn't a reach for students in the typical range. Selectivity varies by major and changes every admissions cycle, so treat the tier as a starting point and check Clemson University's own admissions data for the current year.
What is Clemson University known for?+
Clemson University is widely recognized for strengths in Engineering. This reflects reputation and peer-assessment rankings, not a complete list of programs, so confirm that a specific major is offered and how competitive it is.
How do I find Clemson University's current SAT, ACT, and GPA ranges?+
Search "Clemson University Common Data Set" and open Section C, which lists the middle 50% of test scores and GPA for the entering class. Our guide "How to Build Your Own College List by Score and GPA" on this site walks through it step by step.
Where is Clemson University?+
Clemson University is a public institution in Clemson, South Carolina.
Selectivity tiers and "known for" tags are general guidance compiled from public sources and may be out of date. MajorAtlas isn't affiliated with Clemson University. Always confirm details with the school.