Clemson Admission Requirements
Chances of getting into Clemson University
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance Rate
| Measure | Difficulty | |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Standards | Exceptional | |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
How hard is it to get into Clemson and can I get accepted? The school has a 47% acceptance rate ranking it #4 in South Carolina for lowest rate of acceptance. Last year, 13,613 out of 28,845 applicants were admitted making Clemson a more competitive school to get into with a good chance of acceptance for qualifying applicants. Academically, it has extremely high requirements for admission test scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 18 percent. Clemson University typically accepts and attracts "A" average high school students. Only 28% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school. Most incoming freshmen graduated in the top quarter of their high school class.
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Find out which students are getting accepted at Clemson, which are not, and how your GPA, SAT, or ACT scores compare.
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Clemson SAT Scores
SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
SAT Range
Applicants Submitting SAT
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | 610 |
| SAT Math 25th | 610 |
| SAT Composite 25th | 1220 |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | 690 |
| SAT Math 75th | 710 |
| SAT Composite 75th | 1400 |
| Average SAT Score | 1310 |
SAT Scores you need to get in
What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to Clemson University?
Clemson University typically requires applicants to be in the top 22 percent of SAT test takers. The school consistently takes SAT composite scores down to 1220 on a 1600 scale, below which admission should be considered a reach. We estimate some students could be accepted with SAT's as low as 1130. The estimated average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1310 out of 1600. The school ranks #2 in South Carolina for highest average SAT composite score. 50 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school.
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2018 starting classEstimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
| SAT Score (1600 scale) | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 1400 and Above | Good | >60% |
| 1310 to 1400 | Avg + | 47%-60% |
| 1220 to 1310 | Avg - | 34%-47% |
| 1130 to 1220 | Reach | 23%-34% |
| Less than 1130 | Low | <23% |
Clemson ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
ACT Range
Applicants Submitting ACT
| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 25th | 27 |
| ACT Math 25th | 26 |
| ACT Composite 25th | 27 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 75th | 34 |
| ACT Math 75th | 31 |
| ACT Composite 75th | 32 |
| Average ACT Score | 29 |
ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into Clemson?
Admission data indicates that Clemson regularly accepts students with ACT's of 27 and above. Successful applicants typically send ACT scores in the top 15 percent nationally. We estimate the school accepting minimum ACT composite scores around 24 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 30 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 32 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #2 in South Carolina for highest average ACT composite score. 50 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Clemson University.
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2018 starting classEstimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
| ACT Score | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 32 and Above | Good | >63% |
| 29 to 32 | Avg + | 47%-63% |
| 27 to 29 | Avg - | 37%-47% |
| 25 to 27 | Reach | 28%-37% |
| Less than 25 | Low | <28% |
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Clemson GPA
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
Avg. High School GPA
Typical High School Grades
What GPA do you need to get into Clemson University?
Applicants require exceptionally good grades to get into Clemson. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at Clemson University was 4.18 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily A students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #1 in South Carolina for highest average GPA. Even with a competitive GPA, admission to Clemson will be challenging as the school denies more applicants than it admits.
| High School GPA | Freshmen Within Range | Competitiveness |
|---|---|---|
| 3.75+ | 83% | Good |
| 3.50 to 3.75 | 8% | Reach |
| 3.25 to 3.50 | 5% | Reach |
| 3.00 to 3.25 | 3% | Reach |
| 2.75 to 3.00 | 1% | Reach |
| 2.50 to 2.75 | N/A% | Low |
| 2.25 to 2.50 | N/A% | Low |
| 2.00 to 2.25 | N/A% | Low |
GPA Data Source, Wintergreen Orchard House
High School Class Rank
54% of Clemson University freshman were in the top ten percent of their high school graduating class.
| High School Class Rank | Freshmen Within Range |
|---|---|
| Top 10% of class | 54% |
| Top 25% of class | 84% |
| Top 50% of class | 97% |
| Bottom 50% of class | 3% |
| Bottom 25% of class | 1% |
Applying
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 15,894 | 12,951 | 28,845 |
| Accepted | 7,570 | 6,043 | 13,613 |
| Acceptance Rate | 48% | 47% | 47% |
| Enrolled | 2,017 | 1,775 | 3,792 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 27% | 29% | 28% |
Fall 2020 Application Deadline
Applications were Due
Days left to Apply
The application deadline for Fall 2020 has passed. Applications were due on May 1, 2020.
Admission Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Clemson University and what student information is used for admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Required |
| High School GPA | Required |
| High School Class Rank | Required |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Recommended |
| Recommendations | Recommended |
| Demonstration of Competencies | Neither required nor recommended |
Credits Accepted
| AP Credit | Yes |
| Dual Credit | Yes |
| Credit for Life Experiences | No |
Other Colleges to Consider
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| G |
University of GeorgiaAthens, Georgia |
| S |
University of South Carolina ColumbiaColumbia, South Carolina |
| S |
Savannah State UniversitySavannah, Georgia |
| A |
University of Alabama at HuntsvilleHuntsville, Alabama |
| V |
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State UniversityBlacksburg, Virginia |
| N |
North Carolina State University at RaleighRaleigh, North Carolina |
| C |
University of Cincinnati Main CampusCincinnati, Ohio |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=217882 IPEDS survey data for Clemson University.
FAQs
Does Clemson University prefer SAT or ACT?
50% of students submit their SAT scores to Clemson. 50% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
What is my chance of getting into Clemson University?
47% of those who apply are granted admission to Clemson. Admission competition is low and the college has exceptional admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
What SAT score is required for Clemson University?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1220 and 1400. 50% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
What ACT score is required for Clemson University?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 27 and 32. 50% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.
