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Colorado State University-Fort Collins vs Clemson University: Which is Better?

Side-by-side comparison of acceptance rates, SAT scores, tuition, earnings, and more, updated with the latest College Scorecard data.

School

Colorado State University-Fort Collins

Fort Collins, CO

School

Clemson University

Clemson, SC

Head-to-Head Stats

MetricColorado StateClemson
Acceptance Rate89.6%38.0%wins
SAT Range (25th–75th)N/A1230–1390wins
ACT Range (25th–75th)N/A28–32
Tuition (Out-of-State)$33,751wins$39,498
Avg Net Price$20,332wins$22,112
Median Earnings (10 yr)$60,543$71,513wins
Graduation Rate66.9%87.9%wins
Retention Rate84.8%92.8%wins
Student–Faculty Ratio17:116:1wins
Total Enrollment25,148wins22,778

Verdict

Based on the data above, Clemson edges out Colorado State on 6 of 9 measurable categories, including key factors like acceptance rate, earnings, and graduation rate. That said, the right choice depends heavily on your major, financial situation, and campus culture fit.

Colorado State Strengths

  • Tuition (Out-of-State): $33,751
  • Avg Net Price: $20,332
  • Total Enrollment: 25,148

Clemson Strengths

  • Acceptance Rate: 38.0%
  • SAT Range (25th–75th): 1230–1390
  • Median Earnings (10 yr): $71,513
  • Graduation Rate: 87.9%

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