Clemson Class of 2030 Official RD Thread

tsbna44
Mon, 23 Feb 2026 23:07:14 +0000

This is the right thing to do - not necessarily get off the wait list but emotionally move on.

They’ve rejected you - that’s the truth. They’ve said to your student - not accepted.

But, for our benefit (not yours), in case we fall short of our goals, we might call you back.

So you should do the same, even if you stay on the wait list.

We’ve chosen another school, but maybe we’ll come back. You know my email address and phone number.

They don’t have a 25/26 CDS in 2024/25 so two years ago, 112 go off.

But three years ago 1162 got off.

Clemson has a 12% OOS yield - so few that get in percentage wise are going anyway - I’m guessing but don’t know due to cost.

Sure someone might choose UGA pure and simple over Clemson based on rank - but they are highly likely to based on cost if they get in. Same with U of SC and other schools that are less expensive.

Personally, I think if a student really wants to be there - why not stay on the WL. It may come in May or June, etc - and I’m sure many WL offers are turned down because the student fell in love with another place, got a roomie, etc. Just assume if you do end up at Clemson, you’ll have wasted some $$ because of course, you have to deposit elsewhere. Don’t assume WL schools will be in touch with you before May 1st. Some will but some won’t.

If your student can’t handled the ups and downs - I get jumping ship now. But if they truly want to see - stay on - but yes, fall in love with another…or as they say, love who loves you back.

They’ll only love you back (Clemson) if they fall short of goals.

Best of luck.