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VISIT DEGREES REQUEST INFORMATION
SETTING THE STANDARD
A special publication for high-achieving students.
RESEARCH. RIGOR. RIGOR.
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Greetings from Clemson University!You’re an outstanding student. That means you
have plenty of higher-education options — and
plenty to think about your senior year.
When considering colleges, we hope you’ll consider
the challenges and opportunities offered here
at Clemson, ranked No. 21 among top public
universities in the nation by U.S.News & World Report.
Clemson provides a rigorous learning environment
for students like you. But we also offer exceptional
quality of life alongside our strong academics, all
from one of the most gorgeous spots in the nation:
in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, on the
shores of Hartwell Lake.
I invite you to discover all the different ways that
Clemson caters to students like you — students
who not only push themselves to succeed, but
who are driven to achieve excellence in school, in
service and in the world at large. Learn more about
the unique ways Clemson students maintain life-
work balance. How they are happy and involved.
And why we enjoy one of the best freshman
retention rates in the nation — better than 91
percent!
Discover what’s waiting for you at Clemson, and
then plan to pursue some of the academic options
and financial aid offerings available exclusively to
high-achieving students like you.
Sincerely,
Robert S. Barkley
Director of Admissions
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Clemson invests in student success at every turn through a wide array of educational, pre-professional, research and service-learning programs, all designed to nurture curiosity, creativity, understanding and accomplishment.
Center for Career and Professional
Development
A variety of services and partnerships
with employers, faculty and staff are
designed to empower and employ
students, including providing access
to internships and for-pay cooperative
education opportunities.
clemson.edu/career
Co-op
The Cooperative Education Program provides an
opportunity for students to alternate semesters of
academic study with semesters of paid, career-related,
engaged-learning experiences to bridge the gap between
academic study and its application in professional
practice.
clemson.edu/coop
Study Abroad
Last year, more than 1,450
students enriched their
education by studying abroad.
Students in a variety of majors
have opportunities at the Archbold Center in Dominica;
the Daniel Center in Genoa, Italy; the Clemson
University Brussels Center in Belgium; and numerous
other locations around the globe.
clemson.edu/studyabroad
95%Percentage of seniors who have taken part
in an internship, a research project, study abroad or other student
engagement opportunity.
No.1Clemson’s career services program ranks first in the
nation, according to the 2016
Princeton Review.
ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
Creative Inquiry
Creative Inquiry (CI) is a unique undergraduate research
program open to every Clemson student and every college
degree program. Team-based investigations are led by
a faculty mentor and provide the hands-on, real-world
experiences required to succeed in work and life. At
the end of a CI, it’s not uncommon for students to find
themselves traveling internationally or presenting their
findings at national conferences. In 2014-15, more than
4,170 students participated in 762 active projects.
clemson.edu/ci.
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THE HONORS DISTINCTIONNearly 1,500 of Clemson’s most
academically competitive students
call our Calhoun Honors College
home. The Honors College combines
the strengths of a public, land-grant
university with those of a highly
selective small college. Here’s a
snapshot of the 2015 freshman honors
class:
• 291 students
• 1440 average SAT
• 33 average ACT
• Top 2.77% average high school
class rank
clemson.edu/cuhonors
Get ahead. We honor those credits you’ve already earned.
Advanced Placement (AP) credit is awarded to students
earning grades of 3, 4 or 5 on the College Board
Examinations. Clemson University strongly endorses the
AP program and consistently ranks among top colleges
and universities in the nation in the number of students
reporting AP grades.
The International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme
is also recognized by Clemson. More than 147 IB
graduates who scored well on their higher-level exams
were awarded 1,447 hours of college credit in 2015.
clemson.edu/admissions/undergraduate/transferring-credits.html
Stay ahead.At Clemson, we continue to make available opportunities to earn college credit
and gain valuable experience on an accelerated schedule.
EUREKA! Summer Research
EUREKA! (Experiences in Undergraduate Research, Exploration and Knowledge
Advancement) is a five-week opportunity available to incoming first-year honors
students.
Some of the benefits of EUREKA! include
• connecting with a family of academic mentors made up of a faculty adviser
and that adviser’s graduate students and associates,
• learning an advanced skill that will contribute toward reaching your academic
goals,
• an opportunity to stand out early for Rhodes, Goldwater, Fulbright and other
major scholarships and
• the chance to get a jump on making Clemson your new home!
Engineering Immersion
Summer Engineering Immersion is an opportunity for incoming science and
engineering majors to start securing credits for required general engineering courses.
Better yet, Engineering Immersion helps young learners figure out what they
want to do with their engineering degree and select their major. Then, it helps them
determine the best path for getting there. Other benefits of the program include
opportunities to network with industry professionals in an informal setting, to stay in
an engineering-centered Living-Learning Community (RiSE) during the summer and
to take part in social/extracurricular events just for science and engineering students.
For more information, contact Beth Stephan at [email protected] or call
864-656-2541.
2015 Freshmen Receiving Advanced Placement Credit by Exam
Total Clemson hours awarded: 39,238
Total number of freshmen receiving AP credit (students earned a grade of 3, 4 or 5): 2,346
A typical Honors College freshman enters with approximately 25-30 credits, from AP, IB or dual enrollment programs.
HARD WORK PAYS OFF
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At Clemson, a student’s hard work is rewarded with ample opportunities to enjoy campus life. We call it the Clemson Experience, and it’s made up of a great location, countless options for student involvement and a supportive, diverse student body.
MORE THAN 400 STUDENT CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS Fraternities and sororities,
international groups, military
organizations, religious groups,
service clubs, sports teams, fitness
programs, performing arts and more.
SERVICE LEARNINGProfessors challenge students to
apply what they’ve learned in class
and improve the world around them
with hands-on experiences.
HAPPY STUDENTS SINCE 1889ATLANTIC COAST CONFERENCE MEMBERClemson boasts 19 NCAA athletic teams.
Admission to regular-season events
on campus from football to rowing is
included in University fees for full-time
students.
BEAUTIFUL LOCATIONWe’re less than an hour from
the Blue Ridge Mountains and
next door to the S.C. Botanical
Garden and Hartwell Lake. Outdoor
pursuits abound at Clemson.
ROAD TRIPWe are also less than a 30-minute
drive from Greenville, which Forbes has
recognized as one of America’s 10 best
downtowns. Even more metropolitan hubs
such as Atlanta, Charlotte, Myrtle Beach
and Charleston are just a few hours’
drive, making them popular destinations
for weekend trips.
COMMUNICATION ACROSS THE CURRICULUM (CAC) Nationally recognized for making
writing across all disciplines a
priority, Clemson uses CAC to provide
real-life challenges that require
students to think and communicate
effectively.
Find your fit at Clemson. Visit clemson.edu/campus-life.
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All of Clemson’s 21 residence halls and five apartment complexes are within a 10- to 15-minute walk to class. For an even more enriching residential experience, check out our 23 nationally recognized Living-Learning Communities — home to more than 1,500 students. Here, undergraduates with common academic interests and life experiences share residence hall space, staff, programming and resources dedicated specifically to them. clemson.edu/housing-dining
AT HOME IN HOLMES Our honors program also houses a nationally recognized
co-ed Living-Learning Community (LLC) for our students.
The benefits of the Honors LLC include:
• Events for students in the Honors Center, including
registration kick-offs, coffee breaks, pizza and
politics series, and much more
• Resident Assistant peer-advising hours
• Common exam study halls
• Mentoring from upperclassmen
• Endless coffee from the Keurig® Coffee Station in
the Honors Center kitchen
• Residents report they feel more connected,
respected and accepted by other members of the
Calhoun Honors College
LIVING ON CAMPUS
CORE CAMPUS The Honors College is a key part of the Core Campus building project at Clemson, with a new
Honors Center and residence hall scheduled to open in the fall of 2016! The new facility
will include office space for Honors, the National Scholars program and the Office of Major
Fellowships. It also has expanded space for classrooms, meeting rooms, study areas and a dining
center.
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Clemson has been lauded as a great return on investment and a
“best value” in public colleges. The Princeton Review ranks us No.
1 for Best Alumni Network, No. 19 for Best Internship Opportunities and
No. 25 among Universities that Pay You Back — Without Aid. Check
out our financial aid and scholarship opportunities.
clemson.edu/financial-aid
Financial Aid
Clemson offers financial aid in the forms of scholarships, grants,
loans and part-time employment opportunities. The Federal Pell
Grant and Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant
(FSEOG) offer gift assistance based on financial need. Several
loan programs are available to assist students who meet particular
eligibility for financial need. Clemson also participates in the Federal
Work-Study Program. It is recommended that students with financial
need submit the FAFSA by March 1 to ensure consideration for all
Clemson need-based programs.
INVEST IN YOUR FUTURE
Prestige and Honor
In 2015, Clemson had:
• Five National Science
Foundation Graduate
Research Fellows
• Four Goldwater
Scholars
• Three Gilman Scholars
• Two Fulbright Scholars
Clemson National ScholarsThe Clemson National Scholars Program provides a select number of freshmen with an extraordinary educational experience that includes
• a competitive four-year scholarship,
• summer study abroad,
• academic seminars that explore critical thinking and leadership, and
• ongoing enrichment opportunities throughout the year.
To be considered for National Scholars, you must complete applications for Clemson undergraduate admission and the Calhoun Honors College.
Academic Recruiting Scholarships
Academic recruiting scholarships are highly
competitive and awarded to entering freshmen on the
basis of their admission applications. No additional
paperwork is necessary to apply for academic merit
scholarships, but to receive priority consideration,
please submit your application for admission by
December 1 and complete it by December 31.
Intellectual and Professional Development Grants
Honors students may apply for a variety of support to
fund a wide range of opportunities Clemson offers to
serve and study around the world:
• Educational Enrichment Travel Grants
• Conference Travel Funds
• Departmental Honors Research Grants
• Duckenfield Scholars Program
ESTIMATED COSTS FOR 2015-2016
S.C. Resident Full Time (per year)Tuition and Fees* $13,882
Room and Board (approximate) $8,718
Books and Supplies (approximate) $1,308
Total $23,908
Nonresident Full Time (per year)Tuition and Fees* $32,800
Room and Board (approximate) $8,718
Books and Supplies (approximate) $1,308
Total $42,826
Other Expenses
Estimated personal/transportation ..........$3,522
Estimated computer cost** ...................$1,726* Assumes health and other mandatory fees (required for all full-
time students) and average lab fees.
** All students are required to own a laptop computer. For details, go to clemson.edu/laptop.
All figures are for the 2015-2016 academic year and are subject to change.
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After talking with people of many
different nationalities and hearing their
perspectives, I came home inspired to
contribute to the resources that support
the well being of my own Clemson
Family. I’m currently on the national
student advisory board for the “It’s On
Us” campaign, a movement started by
the White House, and had the opportunity
to speak with Vice President Biden when
he visited campus. I’m passionate about
leaving a legacy of positive change, even
if it’s just in one person’s life. That’s what
the Clemson Experience is all about.
I’m confident that my academic and
extracurricular involvements are preparing
me for graduate school and life beyond.
Whether I’m in the lab researching ways
to treat cancer, sitting in a literature
class discussing the Harry Potter series or
taking lessons on playing the carillon bells,
I’ve learned to embrace all that Clemson
has to offer. You’re only in college once.
Deciding where I would attend college came down to relationships.
I arrived at Clemson
as a graduate of South
Carolina’s Governor’s
School for Science and
Math, on academic
scholarship and as part
of the Calhoun Honors
College. The opportunity to
participate in the EUREKA!
program and build lifelong
connections with faculty
mentors and peers before
classes even began is what
drew me here.
Since move-in day, my
time at Clemson has been
filled with a wide range
of innovative learning
experiences on campus, across the
country and around the world.
Through collaboration with Professor
Delphine Dean and the Honors College
and lab, I’ve developed a glucometer for
use in developing countries, researched
the effects of radiating healthy tissues,
published a paper and presented at
three Biomedical Engineering Society
conferences.
Freshman year I was awarded an
educational enrichment travel grant,
which allowed me to teach English in
Bejing, China. Next, I traveled through
Europe to the Balkan region to learn
about global politics and public policy
as part of the Dixon global policy
scholars program. I then conducted
bioengineering research in Singapore and
visited Indonesia, Thailand and Malaysia.
Clemson also funded my travels to
London, Prague and Budapest for Model
UN conferences.
JOEY WILSON Bioengineering major
Global politics minor
Class of 2017
Apply today!First: Apply for freshman admission to Clemson University,
at clemson.edu/admissions/undergraduate or through the
Coalition application. More information regarding the
Coalition can be found at coalitionforcollegeaccess.org. For priority consideration, submit your application by
December 1 and supporting materials by December 31.
Second: You will receive a Clemson ID number when
you apply for freshman admission. Once you have this,
you may submit your application to the Calhoun Honors
College. For priority consideration, submit your Honors
College application by December 8 and all supporting
materials by December 15. clemson.edu/cuhonors
APPLICATION TIMELINEFallRecommended time frame to submit at least one set of scores for the SAT or ACT if you haven’t already done so. Make sure to list Clemson to receive your scores. SAT code is 5111. ACT code is 3842.
December 1Apply for summer/fall admission by this date to ensure notification in mid-February. *
December 15Application deadline for spring admission (January enrollment). *
December 31Deadline for completion of application file to receive consideration for academic recruiting scholarships for summer/fall semester (must submit application by December 1).
Mid-FebruaryAdmissions decisions are mailed to students who applied by December 1; students who applied after December 1 may receive a decision at this time or shortly thereafter. *
March 1Deadline for freshmen to submit FAFSA for some need-based programs and for loans and grants, as well as test scores to be considered for scholarships.
May 1Final deadline to apply for summer/fall admission. *
*We will notify you by email when we receive your application and keep you updated on the status of your application while it’s under consideration.
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