Clemson University

Clemson University is a popular research university in the United States. Clemson University is a state higher education institution. Since 1889, the institution functioned as an agricultural college, and in 1964 it was transferred to the status of a university.

To date, Clemson University is considered the most influential research center that is known all over the world. At the moment, he takes 1 position in the list of the best institutions in South Carolina. In the national rating, the university stands at 128 places, and in the international ranking - at 604.

This institution is distinguished by a high quality of education. Special achievements are observed in such areas as computer science, economics and business. Employers around the world have a great interest in the graduates of the institution.

The university is famous for its large list of famous personalities who graduated from this institution. Among them are athletes, public and political figures, journalists, actors, etc. For example:

• Strom Thurmond (politician, senator, governor of South Carolina);
• Nancy Evelyn O'Dell (journalist, TV presenter and actress);
• Harvey Gant (public and political figure);
• Derrick Deshawn Watson (defender of American football);
• Lucas Handley Glover (a professional golfer who currently plays on the PGA Tour);
• Brian Dawkins (an American football player);
• William Anthony Perry (a former American professional football player who was a defender in the National Football League);
• Stuart Alistair Holden (soccer player of Scottish descent);
• David Horton Wilkins (attorney and former US ambassador to Canada);
• Kristi Ann Kenny (former high-ranking US diplomat);
• Shawn Nichols Wetherly (American actress, model and winner of Miss USA 1980 and Miss Universe 1980);
• Larry Donnel Nance (professional basketball player);
• Chris Benson (baseball player);
• Johnny Reed Edwards (a politician, a former senator from North Carolina, a candidate for vice-presidents of the United States).

This list can be continued. For such a long operation of well-known graduates there is a considerable amount.

The main campus of Clemson University is located behind the picturesque city of Clemson. In the possession of the university includes:

• student library with numerous books and research papers;
• sports complexes, equipment and grounds;
• cafes and canteens;
• dormitory;
• department of research for graduates;
• research centers and laboratories;
• cultural centers.

Clemson University is equipped with everything necessary for comfortable learning and living.

It is a member of such associations and associations as the American Collegiate Athletics Association, the American Association of State Colleges and Universities, the Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities, the Oak Ridge Associated Universities, the Sport affiliations and memberships. Thanks to cooperation with sports international groups, students have the opportunity to take part in professional competitions.

To enter the university, the applicant must provide a school diploma / bachelor's degree. The next stage will be the surrender of the entrance exam. According to the results obtained, enrollment takes place. The competition here is not very strict: 60% of those who wish will be enrolled in an educational institution.

Clemson University contains such programs: preparatory, bachelor's, master's, doctoral, MBA. In total there are about 200 different faculties.

The University has the following directions:

• agriculture and forestry;
• architecture;
• art and humanities;
• business and psychology;
• engineering and technical sciences;
• health, education and human development.

The university cooperates with many international universities and companies. For students the opportunity of combining work and study is available, as well as obtaining a double diploma.

The school year is classically divided into semesters. In total, the institution has more than 20,000 students and 2,000 teachers. About 7% of the total number of students is foreign citizens. The cost of studying under the bachelor's program is about 13000 USD / year, and the magistracy is 9000USD / year. Foreign citizens can apply for a scholarship and participate in receiving grants. Education can be done not only internally, but also remotely. The institution participates in the exchange program for students and teachers, which opens good prospects for students and provides opportunities for development of teachers.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision