Clemson rises to 21st among Top Public Universities

Clemson University ranks 21st among national public universities, according to U.S. News and World Report’s annual guide to “America’s Best Colleges” for 2014.  It is the university’s highest rank and the sixth consecutive year the school has been in the top 25. Additionally, Clemson ranks eighth among “up-and-coming schools” that have made “the most promising and innovative changes in academics, faculty, students, campus or facilities.” The university also is recognized for writing in the disciplines and senior capstone. Recognition for “writing in the disciplines” highlights outstanding academic programs commonly linked to student success. Clemson consistently receives recognition for making writing a priority at all levels of instruction and across the curriculum. Clemson was identified as one of 19 colleges and universities in the nation that make writing a priority across all disciplines. Clemson was ranked No. 59 in engineering schools among all institutions, public and private, whose highest degree is a doctorate.