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I will be attending Clemson from out of state in the fall and I aspire to join the AROTC. I did not receive the ROTC National Scholarship. I've been in contact with the PMS at Clemson and he said that they are still unsure of how many out of state tuition waivers they can give this year. I guess my question is does anyone know of any other ways to receive military financial aid at Clemson? I'm pretty set on joining the program, but the idea that I'm not guaranteed financial aid is a little concerning.
 
jfr2025 said:
I will be attending Clemson from out of state in the fall and I aspire to join the AROTC. I did not receive the ROTC National Scholarship. I've been in contact with the PMS at Clemson and he said that they are still unsure of how many out of state tuition waivers they can give this year. I guess my question is does anyone know of any other ways to receive military financial aid at Clemson? I'm pretty set on joining the program, but the idea that I'm not guaranteed financial aid is a little concerning.
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Clemson is known for being tight with their aid, since everyone and their sister seem to be enamored with the school. Dont have to answer, but what draws you to OOS pricing at Clemson vs an instate option that is likely just as good for less cost?

I've seen a lot of social media posts this cycle with a lot of shocked OOSers who assumed Clemson would open the purse to get them a reasonable offer. If you are open to joining the SCARNG it would certainly offer aid, but it isn't as generous as other states (or even USC in SC).
 
Sorry, I guess I wasn't very clear. I am attending the school from out of state (I'm not from SC). Because the OOS tuition is much more expensive than the in-state, the OOS tuition waiver is what seems most appealing. Yah, I've heard they're very tight with aid, this year especially. I'm leaning towards active duty once I commission, so I don't think SCARNG would be suitable.
 
jfr2025 said:
Sorry, I guess I wasn't very clear. I am attending the school from out of state (I'm not from SC). Because the OOS tuition is much more expensive than the in-state, the OOS tuition waiver is what seems most appealing. Yah, I've heard they're very tight with aid, this year especially. I'm leaning towards active duty once I commission, so I don't think SCARNG would be suitable.
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Clemson used to be as generous as USC in offering out-of-state applicants tuition discounts. However, the legislature cracked down on these recruiting discounts as state law limits how many public colleges may issue. Clemson is just too popular a destination and merit awards require stiff credentials. Best bet is to apply for an in-college AROTC 3 scholarship your freshman year. AROTC offers 3 and 2 year Active Duty scholarships to top performers. Earning an in-college AROTC award depends on your academic and unit performance during your first year in college, and pays the same benefits as a National award. Of course, the number of these awards in any year fluctuates, and the new regime in DC plans deep cuts to ROTC ….so….there be be fewer opportunities going forward. Best of luck.
 
glen said:
Clemson used to be as generous as USC in offering out-of-state applicants tuition discounts. However, the legislature cracked down on these recruiting discounts as state law limits how many public colleges may issue. Clemson is just too popular a destination and merit awards require stiff credentials. Best bet is to apply for an in-college AROTC 3 scholarship your freshman year. AROTC offers 3 and 2 year Active Duty scholarships to top performers. Earning an in-college AROTC award depends on your academic and unit performance during your first year in college, and pays the same benefits as a National award. Of course, the number of these awards in any year fluctuates, and the new regime in DC plans deep cuts to ROTC ….so….there be be fewer opportunities going forward. Best of luck.
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That's what I was thinking, thank you for the advice!
 
glen said:
Clemson used to be as generous as USC in offering out-of-state applicants tuition discounts. However, the legislature cracked down on these recruiting discounts as state law limits how many public colleges may issue. Clemson is just too popular a destination and merit awards require stiff credentials. Best bet is to apply for an in-college AROTC 3 scholarship your freshman year. AROTC offers 3 and 2 year Active Duty scholarships to top performers. Earning an in-college AROTC award depends on your academic and unit performance during your first year in college, and pays the same benefits as a National award. Of course, the number of these awards in any year fluctuates, and the new regime in DC plans deep cuts to ROTC ….so….there be be fewer opportunities going forward. Best of luck.
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Just curious, do you know if the application process is more similar to what we had to do in High School? I'm assuming that it will be different given that I will already be in the program.
 
jfr2025 said:
Just curious, do you know if the application process is more similar to what we had to do in High School? I'm assuming that it will be different given that I will already be in the program.
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Hi - I’m not very knowledgeable on the application process, an specifically the in-college process other than knowing it’s based to large extent on your college grades and performance in the ROTC unit as well as involvement in activities related to ROTC. Ranger Challenge, taking on unit leadership responsibilities, etc. I believe awards are made within the brigade and your PMS recommendation has a great weight. Someone with more up to date info may be more helpful.
 
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