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Clemson University - AcademicsCollege Prowler3.08
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Quick StatsFaculty with Terminal Degree
85 %
Student-Faculty Ratio
14:1
Average Course Load
5 courses
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Students at Clemson seem to be satisfied with their professors and classes. To ensure the quality of the teaching staff, students are given the opportunity to evaluate their professors at the end of each semester. Although most students say they have had a “bad apple” or two, it is not uncommon for students to find a professor whom they get to know personally. Although Clemson is no Ivy League school, it is still an outstanding public university devoted to educating and preparing its students for life after college. To accomplish this goal, Clemson requires all students to complete a series of general education classes that focus on communication, speaking, and computer skills as well classes in mathematical science, physical or biological science, humanities, and social science. Under this system, freshmen have time to explore different academic areas before making a final decision. Clemson University is committed to maintaining its competitive public university status, but with state budgets running in the red, the road ahead may be a little rocky. As the years go by and the standards for entrance get higher, Clemson is becoming more and more distinguished. The University’s strong academic programs are only getting stronger, and students can rest assured that the hard work of earning a degree will pay off. Students Speak Out
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The teachers tend to be...
The teachers tend to be knowledgeable, and if a student takes the time to seek office help or is able to distinguish him or herself in the class, the teachers also tend to be fairly personable and concerned with student success. |
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Honestly, I haven’t been terribly...
Honestly, I haven’t been terribly impressed with my teachers. I went to a parochial high school where it was very easy and common to casually get to know your teachers. They were all approachable, and it was great having a personal relationship with many of my teachers in high school. That is where Clemson differs. Granted, I’m learning a great deal; the professors are definitely ‘teaching’ me the book work. However, in many classes I feel like just another face. I’m sure (or at least I’m hoping) that once I get through the general ed classes, my teachers will become more approachable and eager to get to know my name and more. Aside from the teachers, I do like the classes as a whole and really am learning. |
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Word of mouth is the way to find...
Word of mouth is the way to find out if teachers are good or bad. Thankfully, most of my teachers have been wonderful. Of course, I have had some not-too-cool professors. Be prepared for whatever kind of teacher you may get, but once you begin to register for spring classes, listen to what a lot of other students say about other professors. |
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Shoot, one of my intramural teams...
Shoot, one of my intramural teams is basically half professors and faculty members. Obviously all of them can’t be good, and I’ve had my share of bad ones, but my good experiences with professors far outweigh the bad. Academically speaking, all of my classes here were taught by professors with the exception of one calculus class, which was taught by a grad student. |
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The teachers at Clemson (in...
The teachers at Clemson (in general) are very helpful and always available to talk about class or other outside issues. The classes are only interesting if you make them interesting. The teachers do all that they can to teach their particular subject. |
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Clemson University? FactsAP Test Score Requirements
Possible credit and/or placement for scores of 3 or higher
IB Test Score Requirements
Possible credit and/or placement for scores of 4 or higher
Degrees Awarded
- Post-master's certificate
Most Popular Majors
- Business management - 21 %
- Education - 8 %
- Engineering - 15 %
- Health professions - 8 %
- Social sciences/history - 10 %
Special Study Options
- Combined-degree programs: 2-3 pharmacy and physical therapy programs. Host university for 3-2 engineering program with Coastal Carolina University.
- Cooperative (work-study) program
- Cooperative education programs: agriculture, business, computer science, education, engineering, humanities, natural science, social/behavioral science.
- Distance learning
- Double major
- Exchange student program (domestic)
- Honors program
- Independent study
- Internships
- Pre-professional programs: pre-dentistry, pre-law, pre-medicine, pre-pharmacy, and pre-veterinary science
- Study abroad
- Teacher certification program
Class Sizes
- 50 or More Students - 11 %
- Fewer than 20 Students - 49 %
Undergraduate Schools
- Agriculture, Forestry, and Life Sciences
- Architecture, Arts, and Humanities
- Business and Behavioral Science
- Calhoun Honors College
- Engineering and Science
- Health, Education, and Human Development
Best Places to Study
- Cooper Library fifth floor
- Hendrix Student Center lounge
Did You Know?Time Magazine selected Clemson as the 2001 Public College of the Year based on the strength of Clemson’s Communication-Across-the-Curriculum program.
Clemson’s Army ROTC program is in the top 15 percent in the nation according to the U.S. Army Cadet Command.
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