Plant Sciences at Clemson University
If you plan to study Plant Sciences, you may want to check out the program at Clemson University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Clemson University is located in Clemson, SC.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 40 plant sciences graduations were recorded at Clemson University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Clemson University
Online coursework is an option at Clemson University. Among 29,077 students, 2,046 (7%) studied exclusively online and 9,006 (31%) took at least some classes online.
Plant Sciences Rankings at Clemson University
Rankings can help you compare Clemson University’s Plant Sciences program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | South Carolina | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #6 of 14 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #12 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #38 of 71 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #64 of 71 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | South Carolina | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #6 of 14 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #12 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #38 of 71 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #64 of 71 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | South Carolina | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #6 of 14 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #12 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #38 of 71 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #64 of 71 |
Earnings for Plant Sciences Graduates from Clemson University
Students who complete Clemson University’s Plant Sciences program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $29,446 |
| 2 years | $33,565 |
| 3 years | $34,848 |
| 4 years | $42,933 |
| 5 years | $45,036 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Plant Sciences graduates from Clemson University report median earnings of $42,933, compared with $66,054 for all Clemson University graduates — about 35% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Plant Sciences graduates from Clemson University comes in at $21,724.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Plant Sciences graduates at Clemson University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Plant Sciences graduates at Clemson University are 55% women (22) and 45% men (18).
Plant Sciences Bachelor’s Program at Clemson University
Among the 18 bachelor’s plant sciences graduates at Clemson University, 67% were women (12) and 33% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Plant Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Clemson University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 15 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 11% of Plant Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Clemson University, lower than the national average of 22%.*
Plant Sciences Master’s Program at Clemson University
Among the 17 master’s plant sciences graduates at Clemson University, 53% were women (9) and 47% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Plant Sciences master’s degree recipients at Clemson University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
Plant Sciences Doctoral Program at Clemson University
Among the 5 doctoral plant sciences degrees awarded at Clemson University, 20% were women (1) and 80% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Plant Sciences doctoral degree recipients at Clemson University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Plant Sciences Concentrations at Clemson University
The Plant Sciences program at Clemson University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Plant Sciences | 22 |
| Horticultural Science | 18 |
Best-Paid Careers for Plant Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Plant Sciences program at Clemson University pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid careers for Plant Sciences majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Animal Scientists | $93,823 |
| Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers | $84,680 |
| Conservation Scientists | $81,436 |
| Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $79,966 |
| Park Naturalists | $76,516 |
| Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | $66,903 |
| Range Managers | $59,935 |
| Soil and Plant Scientists | $59,587 |
| Precision Agriculture Technicians | $56,932 |
| Farm and Home Management Educators | $55,950 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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