The Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business is the business school of Clemson University, a land-grant institution founded in 1889. Named in honor of alumnus Wilbur O. Powers and his wife Ann following a major gift, the college offers undergraduate, MBA, master's, and doctoral programs and is AACSB-accredited. It is best known for its strong undergraduate business programs, its Department of Marketing, Supply Chain and Operations, and consistently solid rankings among public business schools.
Students experience a collegiate environment with a strong school spirit tied to Clemson Athletics, and the college emphasizes experiential learning through internships, case competitions, study abroad, and student organizations. Distinctive strengths include supply chain management, marketing, finance, and entrepreneurship, supported by a broad regional and national employer network. The Sirrine Hall complex and the college's career center give students extensive access to recruiters and alumni mentors.
| Type | Public Research |
| Location | Clemson, South Carolina |
| Founded | 1889 |
| Total students | 5,800 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 22:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 43% |
| Graduation rate | 85% |
| Average starting salary | $62,000 |
| In-state tuition | $15,500 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $40,000 |
| Room & board | $13,000 |
| Average financial aid | $14,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 70% |
| SAT range | 1270-1440 |
| ACT range | 28-33 |
| Average GPA | 4.30 |
| Regular deadline | May 1 |
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