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Clemson University
#1 in Best Colleges in South Carolina
  • A
    Overall Grade
  • 4 Year
  • Clemson, SC
  • 3,006 reviews
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Clemson University Cost

Net Price

Net Price
$17,797/ year
National
$15,523
Net Price Calculator
workgroups.clemson.edu/a_a_5690_oir/cunpc
Net Price by Household Income
  • <$30k
    $12,905/ year
  • $30-48k
    $13,113/ year
  • $49-75k
    $16,863/ year
  • $76-110k
    $18,563/ year
  • $110k+
    $19,683/ year

Net price is the average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.

Sticker Price

In-State Tuition
$15,116/ year
Out-of-State Tuition
$36,058/ year
Average Housing Cost
$5,732/ year
Average Meal Plan Cost
$3,860/ year
Books & Supplies
$1,346/ year
Tuition Guarantee Plan
No
Tuition Payment Plan
Yes
Prepaid Tuition Plan
No

Loans

Students Taking Out Loans
41%
Average Loan Amount
$8,332/ year
National
$6,768
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Financial Aid

Any Financial Aid
92%
Average Total Aid Awarded
$10,560/ year
National
$7,535
Students Receiving Aid
  • Federal Grant Aid
    16%
  • State Grant Aid
    61%
  • Institution Grant Aid
    68%
  • Pell Grant
    16%
Average Aid Awarded
  • Federal Grant Aid
    $4,389
  • State Grant Aid
    $5,863
  • Institution Grant Aid
    $7,153
  • Pell Grant Amount
    $4,270
Poll
Which statement best describes your financial aid experience at this school?
Based on 311 responses
  • It went smoothly, and I received the financial aid I needed.
    35%
  • The process was a hassle, but I received the financial aid I needed.
    24%
  • It was an absolute headache, and it took multiple attempts to receive any aid.
    6%
  • It is an ongoing process that I am still dealing with.
    23%
  • I did not apply for financial aid.
    11%
Financial Aid Website
clemson.edu/finaid

Overall Value

Value
A+
Based on average net price, earnings potential, student and alumni reviews, and additional factors.
Poll
77%
of students feel like they are getting their money's worth out of their program.111 responses
Graduation Rate
81%
National
49%
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