Clemson University
Clemson, South Carolina
#86 Ranking
Public
38% Acceptance Rate
Application Deadlines
Early Action: 10/15/2025
Regular Decision: 01/01/2026
Rolling Admission: 05/01/2026
Early Action: 10/15/2025
Regular Decision: 01/01/2026
Rolling Admission: 05/01/2026
Rolling Admission: 12/01/2025
Academics
Average GPA
4
SAT Range
1240 - 1400
ACT Range
28 - 32
Acceptance Rate
38%
Admission Factors
| Factor | Not Considered | Considered | Important | Very Important |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🏆 Class Rank | ✓ | |||
| 📝 Application Essay | ✓ | |||
| 📚 Rigor of Secondary School Record | ✓ | |||
| 🙏 Religious Affiliation/Commitment | ✓ | |||
| 👨🏫 Recommendations | ✓ | |||
| 🌍 Geographical Residence | ✓ | |||
| 💪 Character/Personal Qualities | ✓ | |||
| 👀 Level of Applicant Interest | ✓ | |||
| 🎯 Talent/Ability | ✓ | |||
| 💼 Work Experience | ✓ | |||
| 🎓 Alumni Relation | ✓ | |||
| 👨👩👧👦 First Generation | ✓ | |||
| 🏡 State Residence | ✓ | |||
| 📈 Standardized Test Scores | ✓ | |||
| 🤝 Volunteer Work | ✓ | |||
| 💬 Interview | ✓ | |||
| 🎨 Extracurricular Activities | ✓ | |||
| 📊 Academic GPA | ✓ |