Who is eligible to join the GELC?
The GELC is open to new undergraduate students from the United States majoring in General Engineering, who are invited and selected for the program based on their math preparation in high school. During summer orientation, an advisor will inform you if you are eligible to join this program.
How do I know if GELC is the right choice for me?
You should plan to join the GELC if any of the following apply to you:
- My SAT Math score is below 640 or my ACT score is below 27.
- I want to be an engineer, but math is not my strongest subject.
- I did well in high school, but I am concerned about being prepared for college-level courses.
- I felt like I never needed to study in high school, so I am unsure how to study for college-level courses.
- I want to find a community of other engineering students who want to work together and help each other be successful.
When does the program begin?
The program begins on the first day of classes.
The curriculum listed states I would take classes in the summer. Do I have to take this class at Clemson?
It is encouraged for you to continue the Physics sequence at Clemson, but this is not required. It is possible to complete Physics at a school closer to your home. An advisor can discuss these options with you at orientation or during the school year and assist you with the necessary paperwork before next summer.
You are also encouraged to finish the first-year engineering sequence at Clemson. The ENGR 1640 class is unique to Clemson and is not offered elsewhere. A limited number of institutions teach an introductory MATLAB programming course that would transfer to Clemson as ENGR 1410. Still, in doing so, you would have to repeat the portion of MATLAB material covered in ENGR 1520 in the Spring semester.
Where do GELC students live on campus?
You can live anywhere on campus as part of the GELC! This program is designed to complement other on-campus programs, including Living/Learning Community (LLC) experiences, such as Residents in Science & Engineering (RISE) and CONNECTIONS. We do, however, encourage you to choose the RISE LLC as your housing option to best compliment your GELC experience.
If I am in the GELC program, can I still be part of other programs on campus?
Absolutely! Think of the GELC program as an “AND” program, not an “OR” program. If you are part of the GELC, you can be in this program AND other support programs on campus.
What does the GELC program cost during the Fall and Spring terms?
There is no fee for this program! Services are provided at no additional cost.