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We are looking for the next team of Tigers — students with great aspirations, strong work ethic and persistent spirit. If your dreams are bigger than yourself, take your next step at Clemson.
See our different application types and find a step-by-step guide to complete the application that matches your needs.
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First-Year Students
You will apply to Clemson as a first-year student if you are a student without college credit or if you earned college credit prior to high school graduation (dual credit, AP/IB credit) and you are a citizen of the United States.
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Transfer Students
You will apply to Clemson as a transfer student if you have attended a regionally accredited college after high school graduation. If your only college coursework was taken while in high school prior to graduation, apply as a first-year student.
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International Undergraduate Students
You will apply to Clemson as an international undergraduate student if you are not a resident of the United States, and you are seeking a bachelor’s degree.
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Veterans
You are a veteran if you have served our nation in the United States armed forces. We appreciate your service and offer a variety of programs to assist you, both in the application process and throughout your time at Clemson.
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Other Application Types
If you are interested in taking a class at Clemson, but not attaining a degree, you will apply as a nondegree-seeking student.
Applying as a Nondegree-Seeking StudentIf you attend another university but would like to take summer classes at Clemson, you will apply as a transient student.
Applying as a Transient StudentIf you are a former degree-seeking student or you are seeking a second bachelor’s degree, you will need to apply for reentry.
Applying as a Former Student Returning
