Program Overview

Introduction to Clemson University

Clemson University offers a wide range of academic programs and resources for its students. The university is divided into several colleges, each with its own set of departments and programs.

Colleges

• College of Agriculture, Forestry and Life Sciences
• College of Architecture, Art and Construction
• College of Arts and Humanities
• College of Behavioral, Social and Health Sciences
• Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business
• College of Education
• College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Sciences
• College of Science
• Harvey S. Peeler Jr. College of Veterinary Medicine
• Graduate School

Academic Resources

• Academic Calendar
• Registrar
• Division of Undergraduate Learning
• Center for Career and Professional Development
• Academic Success Center
• GRAD 360ｰ
• Libraries

Outside the Classroom

• PEER/WISE
• Call Me MISTERｮ
• Creative Inquiry and Undergraduate Research
• Cooperative Education
• University Professional Internship and Co-op Program (UPIC)
• Study Abroad

Admissions

Applying to Clemson

• First-Year Undergraduate
• Transfer Undergraduate
• International Undergraduate
• Graduate Students

Academic Opportunities

• Majors
• Graduate Programs
• Online Graduate Programs
• Scholar Programs
• Paths to Graduate School
• Honors College
• Experiential Learning

Financial Aid

• Undergraduate Financial Aid
• Graduate Fellowships and Awards
• Residency Requirements

Campus Life

Join Your Clemson Family

• Finding Your Community
• Living-Learning Communities
• Student Veterans
• Multicultural Programs
• FIRST
• Army ROTC
• Air Force ROTC

Services On Campus

• Housing & Dining
• Clemson University Bookstore
• Campus Recreation
• Parking and Transportation
• Student Health Services
• TigerOne Card Services
• Clemson Athletics
• University Facilities

Get Involved

• Clubs and Organizations
• Fraternity and Sorority Life
• Orientation Ambassadors
• Tiger Media
• Graduate Student Government
• Undergraduate Student Government

Research

Research Opportunities

• Student Research at Clemson
• Creative Inquiry
• Research Facilities
• Postdoctoral Affairs
• Serving South Carolina Through Research
• Clemson University School of Health Research (CUSHR)

Public Service and Agriculture

• Clemson Experimental Forest
• Clemson Extension
• Clemson Research and Education Centers
• Public Service and Agriculture
• Research Farm Services

Innovation and Economic Development

• Corporate Partnerships and Strategic Initiatives
• Clemson University International Center for Automotive Research (CU-ICAR)
• Clemson University Restoration Institute (CURI)
• Clemson University Biomedical Engineering Innovation Campus (CUBEInC)
• Center for Human Genetics
• Innovation Campus and Technology Park

Air Force ROTC

About Us

• About Us Overview
• Det 770 Cadre
• Great Clemson Graduates
• Air Force History
• "Flyin' Tigers" Mission
• Accolades
• Privacy Disclaimer

Prospective Cadets

• Prospective Cadets Overview
• FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is Clemson AFROTC like?
  • Clemson AFROTC is a program that builds cadets' leadership skills.
  • The academic class will teach military education, aerospace history, leadership, management and international studies.
  • Leadership labs take place once a week.
• What is involved in the physical training?
  • Physical training takes place three times a week.
  • The physical training is designed to help you achieve a fitness level that meets Air Force standards.
• Do I have to wear a uniform?
  • You are required to wear a uniform all day on the days of your AFROTC classes.
• Do I have to live in a military dorm?
  • No, however, we do have an agreement with Clemson University to provide our program with rooms in McCabe's residence hall for cadets.
• Do I have to purchase my Air Force ROTC books and uniforms?
  • No, Air Force ROTC provides all materials required for our classes.
• Can I participate in other activities and still do Air Force ROTC at Clemson?
  • Yes, you are a student first and a cadet second, so you can participate in any activity a non-Air Force ROTC student can participate in.
• What activities does the AFROTC program participate in?
  • We participate in many activities to expose our cadets to team and leadership opportunities.
• How do I join AFROTC if I am already in college?
  • The school must offer AFROTC in order for you to join.
• Will the Air Force pay for my school?
  • Only cadets who compete for and receive an Air Force scholarship or cadets who have contracted with the Air Force after attending Field Training will receive any funding from the Air Force.
• How do I apply for an Air Force scholarship if I am still in high school?
  • Students who are seniors in high school can apply for a scholarship from May 1 to Dec. 1.
• Do I have to attend basic training?
  • Yes, you will attend Field Training for AFROTC cadets, which is four weeks long.
• What happens after I graduate college and complete AFROTC?
  • Upon completion of a bachelor's degree and AFROTC, you will be commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the United States Air Force.
• What can I do in the Air Force if I am not a pilot?
  • There are more than a hundred careers in the Air Force to choose from.
• What is the difference between AFROTC and enlisting in the Air Force?
  • Enlisting in the Air Force is done through a local recruiter, followed by basic training and prospective technical training.
• Who is eligible for an ROTC scholarship?
  • You can apply for four-year ROTC scholarships while in high school.
• What is the relationship between AFROTC and other students on Clemson's campus?
  • Outstanding, Clemson University started as a military school and has a rich military tradition, so they fully support the military and both the Army and AFROTC programs to the fullest extent.
• What grades do I have to maintain?
  • Scholarship cadets must maintain a 2.5 GPA, and all cadets must have a 2.0 GPA to enter the Professional Officer Course (POC - for juniors and seniors).