Transfer FAQ

We prefer that students have taken the first-year student-level applicable Math, Science (and Engineering or Computing courses if possible) prior to transfer to ensure they will be successful in our programs.

• 30 semester (or 45 quarter) hours completed
• Cumulative GPA of at least 2.7 in order to be reviewed for admission into the General Engineering program (3.0 is preferred)
• Cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 for Geology or School of Computing

The Admissions Office reviews all applications and determines eligibility. Your application must be completed and official transcripts received before you are considered for acceptance. Recommended deadlines are posted on the Transfer Admissions site. Familiarize yourself with all transfer admission requirements and dates.

You can apply before you complete the 30 semester hour (or 45 quarter hour) requirement, so long as you have completed the requirement before your intended start term. The deadline applies to application submission and payment, and partial transcripts; final transcripts can come afterward when coursework is complete.

GE is the first-year program for all students who wish to major in engineering at Clemson. All students complete a core set of preparatory courses before moving into the desired major. Once those courses are completed, GE students move into their engineering degree program. Some majors have additional requirements.

Once you complete all the core courses and requirements set by the individual engineering department. To see the first-year coursework in GE, check the Clemson Undergraduate Announcements. By following the GE curriculum closely at your school, you may be able to change into your engineering major when you enroll.

If we determine at orientation that you have completed all the GE required courses and have the minimum GPR required, we will move you into your engineering major. Some Engineering majors have specific GPA requirements, and currently, for Automotive Engineering, there will be an additional application process.

Yes. If not listed, the course must be reviewed by the academic department at Clemson that teaches it. A full syllabus for each course, including a topic outline/calendar, should be sent to the CECAS Transfer Coordinator for review. First, compare your school's description of the course to Clemson's catalog description to ensure that it is similar in content and credit hours. Please allow 2-3 weeks for courses to be reviewed.

Not always. To ensure maximum progress toward your intended degree, familiarize yourself with the curriculum. You may find that information on the department's website or in the online catalog. Compare the courses in the curriculum with courses listed in the TCEL. If the course is an equivalent it most likely can be used toward your degree.

General Education requirements can be very specific for engineering and science majors, so an equivalent course may not always be applicable.

Most Clemson engineering degrees do not include elective courses. Any equivalent course that you take that is not a part of the curriculum is considered an excess-elective and not applied to your degree. Your best strategy is to follow your intended engineering courses as closely as possible at your present school. Check the Clemson engineering department websites frequently. Requirements can change.

Information on tuition, housing, textbooks, and other costs is available on the Undergraduate Admissions website. Check frequently since this information is subject to change at any time.

General information about Financial Aid can be found on their website. Assistance is based on individual needs and varies widely. CECAS personnel are NOT financial aid experts, so it is best to consult a financial aid counselor for the most accurate information.

Balancing work and studies in CECAS is challenging but achievable with proper planning and dedication. Our rigorous programs offer a rewarding educational experience that prepares you for a successful career. While coursework (assignments, tests, and projects) demands significant time and effort, many students successfully manage both work and academics.

We support your ambitions by offering flexible options. You can tailor your course load to your schedule, even as a part-time student enrolled in fewer than 12 hours per semester. Though we don't offer evening classes, many students find creative ways to balance their commitments. Proper planning, combined with our supportive environment, can lead to a fulfilling academic journey while maintaining work responsibilities. We're here to help you succeed with practical strategies that have worked for other working students in engineering. Here are some recommendations we have found to be applicable to students who work while majoring in engineering and science.

Once you reach junior and senior-level courses, it becomes more difficult to balance a job and school since major classes may be offered only at certain times of the day or in certain semesters. You may have to make some difficult choices or plan to take longer to complete your degree. Start thinking about that now. It may be necessary to save money first in order to keep moving forward later on.