What Students Say
Likes
- The ROI is really good compared to other US universities, which was a big plus for me.
- Plenty of on-campus job opportunities were available, making it easier to manage expenses.
- The funding for the mechanical department was great, especially for research projects and assistantships.
Dislikes
- There aren’t many tech companies nearby, which limits networking and job opportunities in the area.
- Weekends can get boring sometimes since there’s not much to do around here.
- Public transportation is pretty limited, making it hard to travel to nearby towns or cities without a car.
Course Curriculum
- The difficulty level varies for different subjects, but on average, it’s manageable and good.
- Positive: Great focus on advanced topics.
- Negative: Fewer industry opportunities available nearby.
- Usually 1–3 classes per day, with timings starting from 8 AM and going up to 5 PM.
- Around 25–50 students in class
- Approximately 15–20% of the students are Indian enrolled
Admission Experience
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Applied in following universities:-
Status for each college you applied to:
• Clemson University: Admitted
• Arizona University: Admitted
• Drexel University: Admitted
• Northeastern University: Admitted
• University of Pittsburgh: Admitted
• SDSU (San Diego State University): Rejected
• Syracuse University: Rejected -
Colleges I received confirmed admission from:
• Clemson University
• Arizona University
• Drexel University
• Northeastern University
• University of Pittsburgh
• Colleges where you received a rejection:
• SDSU (San Diego State University)
• Syracuse University
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Possible reasons for rejection:-I feel mostly it’s because I applied but late for these Universities. Ideally we should start by September one year back but I applied them in early January of the admit year.
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I chose this University because it’s an economical option for me with good opportunity for on campus Job. We have Co-op options after one year. University has great research foundation and I feel ROI will be great here.
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The admission process involved submitting an online application, writing a cover letter, and providing Letters of Recommendation (LOR). I received a response within 2-3 weeks, and the rest was similar to other universities.
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IELTS and GRE is mandatory here and for a confirm admit score of 300+ in GRE is must.
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My overall experience was good. I got responses on expected time and Clemson was the quickest among all the other universities I applied. I got the response like in 15 days.
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I applied for the Fall 2024 intake. After 2 plus year of job experience I decided to pursue Masters and want to upgrade my skills and level my professional life.
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The entire process took around 2-3 months: • Step 1: Submitted the online application. • Step 2: Received the acceptance letter within a few weeks.• Step 3: Obtained the I-20 document. • Step 4: Applied for the F-1 visa."
Faculty
- The faculty-to-student ratio is 16:1, which is pretty good and allows for decent interaction with the professors.
- The teaching approach depends on the level of your course. For master’s programs, the content may not always be extensive enough to make you job-ready, but it largely depends on your interest and dedication to the field.
- Some professors come from industry backgrounds and might help with referrals, but this depends on how well you connect and network with them.
- I have completed just the first semester, so I cannot comment on this yet
Campus Life
- The university has 2 campuses, one in Clemson and another in Charleston.
- Facilities available: ,Cafes,Canteen,Gym,Swimming pool,Indoor play facilities, Football ground
- The university is well-known for its football culture, with Clemson Tigers being a three-time winner. Matches are a major event and are held at the famous Death Valley, the home ground of the Clemson Tigers.
- There are always events happening on campus, ranging from sports to cultural activities. Sports, especially football, are a major attraction. There are also student organizations and clubs for a variety of interests, promoting active student engagement and participation.
Part Time Jobs
- Around 35–50 students per course students typically secure Teaching Assistant (TA), Research Assistant (RA), or Departmental Assistant (DA) positions
- The pay range is $15 to $20 per hour.
- Apart from TA, RA, and GA positions, there are catering jobs through Aramark, which usually pay between $10 and $15 per hour.
- Students can work up to 20 hours per week during the first year, which can increase to 40 hours per week during internships or breaks.
- TA, RA, and GA positions depend on factors like grades and your CV, but catering jobs and other part-time roles are generally always open until you secure an assistantship.
- Assistantships are the most preferred option as they are better than catering jobs, provide more time for academics, and sometimes offer a complete fee waiver. 1. Students typically earn between $10 and $20 per hour, 2.Assistantships depend on your profile, grades, and CV, so they can be competitive. Catering and other campus jobs are relatively easier to secure,3, Assistantships: Applications are usually emailed by the course coordinator.
- Other campus jobs: These can be viewed and applied for on the Clemson job website.Catering jobs: Applications are submitted through Aramark.
Placement
- Job fair happens twice a year and many companies nearby to the campus comes to the job fair. There is domination of Civil and Mechanical Engineering based companies in the job fair
- Not very sure but a good percentage of people gets job and even internship after one year.
- Earning upon graduation $6,000 to $10,000 per month for Master Students.
- Most students use online job portals, attend job fairs, apply directly on company portals, or use LinkedIn. Referrals can also play an important role.
- Typically, job placements involve 2–3 rounds of interviews. Specific companies or roles are unclear, but placements are very subjective and varies as per companies.
- There is not major company as far as I know
Accommodation
- Accommodation did I opt for Off-campus.
- I used online platforms and Facebook groups to find it.
- The rent was $450–$500 for a furnished space, including utilities like WiFi, electricity, and water.
- Searching from India doesn’t provide an exact idea about the space or surroundings, and you also need to find a pair or group to share the accommodation.
- Try searching through groups or connecting with people to form a group. This will help you figure out better options and plan for upcoming accommodations.
- My accommodation is about 2 km from campus. Most Indian students stay in a place called Tillman Place.I’m
Exams
- GRE is compulsory, and IELTS/TOEFL is required.
- Documents necessary to complete the admission process:-
- Statement of Purpose (SOP)
- 3 Letters of Recommendation (LOR),CV
- Experience letter (if available)
- Semester mark sheets of undergraduate studies
- Transcript,Degree certificate
- There was no interview involved.
Fees
- Full breakdown of fees for the entire course:-Tuition fees (including health insurance): Approx. $14,000 per semester.
- The fees are charged semester-wise and based on the number of credits.
- Estimate of monthly expenses:
- Rent: $500–$600
- Groceries: $200–$300
- Phone charges: $20–$50
- Total estimated monthly expenses: $720–$950
Scholarship
- There is a chance of getting a Graduate Assistantship, which covers tuition fees and pays hourly.
- I didn’t receive it, but my friend got a Graduate Assistantship, which fully covered tuition fees and provided hourly pay.
- Yes, my friend received a Graduate Assistantship.
- Around 25–30 students receive Graduate Assistantships each year, which cover tuition fees and include hourly pay.
- Mechanical department students have the highest chance of receiving it.
