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Why Clemson’s
Graduate School?

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With more than 130 in-person, online, part-time and hybrid graduate degree programs led by internationally renowned researchers and a picturesque setting in the Upstate of South Carolina, Clemson University’s Graduate School provides an unparalleled student experience and highly esteemed research opportunities to professionals seeking to deepen their expertise and grow their potential.

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Prestigious Programs and
World-Class Researchers

Clemson University is a nationally recognized, accredited Carnegie R1 research institution known for excellence across disciplines in graduate research.

Our specific areas of research expertise:

  • Agricultural research and food security
  • Materials science
  • Health innovation
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The Nation’s Best Career Outcomes

At Clemson, we care just as much about what happens after graduation as we do about the years you spend on campus. We are committed to equipping our graduate students for long-term success with their advanced degree.

Below are just a few of the many success stories from graduates who have earned their graduate degree at Clemson University.

Connection to the Clemson Family

Traditions

Traditions are an integral part of life as a Tiger. Our traditions bind us together and celebrate our determined spirit.

Some of our favorite traditions include:

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Solid Orange Friday

Everyone wears Solid Orange on Friday.

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Death Valley and Howard’s Rock

Our team plays football in Death Valley, and they rub Howard’s Rock before running down The Hill to enter the stadium, promising to give 110 percent during the game.

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Tiger Walk

Students welcome the football team to the stadium before their games at Tiger Walk.

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First Friday

This parade kicks off the Fall semester and the start of football season.

Community

Graduate students are welcomed into the Clemson Family with open arms. We are committed to creating an environment where you feel at home and have resources to succeed throughout your Clemson Journey.

We’re ranked in the top 10 nationally for friendliest students (The Princeton Review, 2025), and our graduate students build strong relationships in more than 100 organizations specifically dedicated to the graduate-level community on campus.

Campus community events you’ll love include:

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Tigerama

Tigerama is one of the nation's largest student-run pep rallies in the country.

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The International Festival

Each year, the Clemson community gathers to enjoy food, performances and cultural activities from around the world.

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3MT Three Minute Thesis Competition

Annual research communication competition challenging graduate students to explain their research to nonspecialist audiences in three minutes.

Student Support

Student support at Clemson goes beyond academics. We ensure that you feel seen, supported and heard in all walks of your graduate degree journey by offering resources from academic advising to mental health and career services.

Key support services include:

  • Academic Success Center
  • Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
  • Center for Career and Professional Development (CCPD)
  • Gantt Multicultural Center
  • Office of Community Engagement, Belonging and Access
  • Student Accessibility Services
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Exceptional Degree Value

According to nationally conducted surveys with hiring managers, the value of a Clemson degree is on the rise.

Key aspects to Clemson’s graduate degree value:

  • Emphasis on research activity
  • Experiential learning opportunities
  • Industry partnerships in classroom settings
  • Connections to Clemson alumni in your field
  • Focus on skill development and work in professional settings

Making Your Decision

Clemson is unique among higher education institutions and set apart by our excellent graduate programs. But there are a few key elements of the Clemson Experience that will help you grow beyond your academic accomplishments.

You won’t find these experiences anywhere else:

  • The Clemson Family supports each other in meaningful ways, providing professional connections and personal support when you need it most.
  • We bring you into our community through time-honored traditions, meaningful relationships with professors and your peers, and daily life in the peaceful setting of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
  • We provide a degree that holds high value among employers nationally and internationally.
  • We empower you to become a life-changing researcher in your field, and we guide you through the process from admission to graduation and beyond.
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