Clemson University

About Clemson University

Established in 1889, Clemson University in Clemson, South Carolina, stands as a public land-grant research-intensive institution with a rich military heritage. Spread across 1,400 acres in the picturesque foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and along the shoreline of Lake Hartwell, Clemson attracts students seeking rigorous academics, robust research opportunities, a strong community ethos, and spirited school pride. Offering over 80 undergraduate and 130 graduate programs across seven colleges, Clemson is accredited to grant bachelor’s, master’s, specialist, and doctoral degrees by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Renowned for its exceptional teaching and commitment to student success, Clemson fosters a dynamic learning environment where faculty engage with students and employ innovative teaching methods. Graduate education at Clemson emphasizes the teacher-scholar-professional model, enabling students to hone their teaching and research skills alongside esteemed faculty while benefiting from the comprehensive GRAD 360° professional development program. Encouraging global perspectives, Clemson encourages study abroad experiences across six continents, complementing academic pursuits with real-world skills development. Committed to public service, Clemson students contribute over 100,000 service hours annually, embodying the university's dedication to community engagement. Beyond academics, students can explore a diverse array of extracurricular activities, including over 500 campus clubs and organizations, intramural sports, performing arts, and NCAA intercollegiate varsity sports, fostering a vibrant campus life and fostering well-rounded individuals.

About World Green University Ranking

World Green University Ranking 2024 is a scholarly acknowledgment of educational institutions standing at the forefront of Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) and leading the Green Education Transformation (Education 6.0).
World Green University Ranking classifies universities based on the six pillars of the Holistic Green Education Framework, including leadership governance, curriculum, innovation, facilities, human capital, and community partnerships.

The methodology employed in our Green Education Ranking is designed relying on the six pillars of the Holistic Green Education Framework. Each pillar contributes to the institution’s overall score, with a carefully assigned weight reflecting its significance in fostering sustainability. The total weight of the six pillars collectively amounts to 100%, signifying a balanced evaluation across critical dimensions of Green Education. Within each pillar, various standards are carefully assessed, with weights ranging between 1 and 2, emphasizing the varying importance of each criterion. This nuanced approach ensures a holistic evaluation and offers an insightful measure of universities commitment to Green Education Transformation (Education 6.0).

#Six Pillars of Green Education Framework (6Gs).Weight
1Green Educational Leadership14%
2Green Curriculum17%
3Green Innovation and Research19%
4Green Facilities15%
5Green Human Capital19%
6Green Communities16%
Total100%

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