The graduate experience at Clemson is about more than just research. The Clemson campus occupies 1,400 acres in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Great weather and the area’s natural beauty also allow students at Clemson access to outdoor recreation, including hiking, white-water rafting, and canoeing, year-round. The city of Clemson is roughly a two-hour drive from the major metropolitan areas of Atlanta, GA and Charlotte, NC. International airports in Atlanta, Charlotte and nearby Greenville, SC facilitate travel around the world. The cost of living in Clemson and the surrounding area is well below the national average, making Clemson an affordable choice for graduate students.
Graduate students at Clemson are afforded many opportunities for global engagement, including study abroad and professional development through the Clemson Grad360 program.