Clemson University

As a public research institution, Clemson has programs in place to help students fund their education. Explore the many resources available and see how you might accomplish more than you ever thought possible as a Tiger.

Federal and state grants provide financial aid to Clemson University undergraduate and graduate students. Grants don’t need to be repaid. However, grant funds used for room and board are considered taxable income.

First-year recruiting scholarships are only available to incoming first-year students and are extremely competitive. First-year students who apply for admission to Clemson by the regular decision deadline of January 1, submit all required admissions materials by January 10 and complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by the January 1 priority deadline will be considered for these scholarships. There is no separate application for first-year recruiting scholarships, but specific scholar programs with financial aid awards do require a separate application.

First-year students who apply for admission to Clemson by the regular decision deadline of January 1, submit all required admissions materials by January 10 and complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by the January 1 priority deadline are automatically considered for these named scholarship programs.

Generous Clemson donors provide funds for one-year, nonrenewable scholarships. Transfer and continuing undergraduate students can apply for Clemson University Foundation scholarships if they meet the eligibility requirements.

Private scholarships are scholarships funded by entities other than Clemson University. Students can apply for many outside scholarships and earn financial aid for their degree at Clemson. We provide a list of recommended scholarship search engines and guidance in applying outside scholarships to your Clemson bill.

The state of South Carolina provides financial aid to in-state students through three scholarships: Palmetto Fellows, LIFE and HOPE. Explore state-sponsored financial aid offerings to see what you might qualify for.

Loans can help fill the gap between the cost of attendance and the amounts received through scholarships and grants. It is important to remember, however, that these funds will need to be repaid. There are multiple loan options from federal, state and private agencies supporting Clemson students on their academic journey.