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Clemson University's beautiful lakeside campus on Lake Hartwell and the surrounding Blue Ridge foothills create one of the most attractive physical settings of any American research university, and the university's strong engineering and business programs benefit from Clemson's growing connections to the automotive manufacturing, technology, and healthcare industries that have transformed South Carolina's economy. The Calhoun Honors College provides a selective academic pathway with small seminars, undergraduate research, and an engaged intellectual community within Clemson's primarily engineering-focused culture. International students find at Clemson a genuinely welcoming community with a strong sense of school spirit and a rapidly growing international student population.
| Acceptance Rate | 51% (Accessible) |
|---|---|
| GPA Range | 3.65-4.00 |
| SAT Range | 1240-1400 |
| ACT Range | 27-32 |
| Early Decision I | Nov 1 |
| Early Action | Oct 15 |
| Regular Decision | Dec 1 |
| Application Fee | $70 |
| Average Financial Aid | $31,000 |
| Need-Blind Admissions | No |
| Type | Research |
| US News Rank | #65 |
Clemson University typically admits students with a GPA in the 3.65-4.00 range (4.0 scale). International students should convert their grades using an AACRAO EDGE-based GPA calculator before applying.
With an acceptance rate of 51%, Clemson University is a accessible institution. Building a balanced school list with reach, target, and safety schools is strongly recommended.
The middle 50% of admitted students scored 1240-1400 on the SAT and 27-32 on the ACT.
The Regular Decision deadline is Dec 1. Use AdmissionsPedia's free Deadline Tracker to manage your complete application calendar.
Data sourced from official university websites, Common App, and QS/THE/US News rankings. Last updated: 2026. Disclaimer