University

Clemson University

Master of Science in Real Estate Development

Program overview

Clemson University's Master of Real Estate Development offers an interdisciplinary approach, combining architecture, business, finance, law, construction science, management, and city and regional planning. The program, established in 2004, aims to produce responsible and sustainable development professionals. It emphasizes practical application through internships, field studies, and a final practicum course, ensuring students gain a comprehensive understanding of the industry.

Last updated: January 27, 2024

Academic Information

Degree offered

Master of Science in Real Estate Development (MRED)

Length of program

Part-time: 2 Years
Full-time: 1 Year

Number of Credits Required

35

Mode of learning

On Campus

Unique real estate academic features

Interdisciplinary coursework from six disciplines
Ten-day South Carolina Coastal Real Estate Development Field Tour
Ten-week supervised professional summer internship

Courses and disciplines/concentrations offered

Real Estate Development Process
Real Estate Market Analysis
Practicum in Commercial Development
Real Estate Seminar Roundtable (repeated twice)
Summer Internship in Real Estate Development
Entitlements and the Pre-Development Process
Building Design and Construction Principles
Place Making for the Built Environment
Law for Real Estate Professionals
Real Estate Investments
Real Estate Finance

Real Estate Extracurricular Opportunities

Notable traditions & events

Development Tours
Fraser Lecture Series

Real estate extracurricular activities available

Internships
Practicum
Volunteer Projects

Networking opportunities

Memberships & Networking
Career Guidance & Placement
Industry Connections

Recruiting

General info on roles students fill after graduation

Project development
Construction management
Financial and investment analysis
Asset management and acquisition
Sales, marketing, and leasing
Portfolio analysis

Average salary post graduation

$65,000

Common employers

Architecture firms
Engineering firms
Real estate development companies
Brokerage firms
Builders
Colliers International South Carolina

Faculty and Research

Faculty & Staff for the Program

A list of current faculty can be found here

Distinguished real estate faculty members or research areas

Dustin Read

Director, Real Estate Development

Stephen Buckman

Associate Professor

McFaddin Blanding

Lecturer

Alumni Support

Real estate alumni networks and associations

Clemson University Real Estate Alumni Society (CUREAS)

Accreditations and Rankings

National Universities (2023 - 2024)

Ranking: 86

Financial Information

Tuition fees

18,213

Financial aid

Available.

Scholarships

Available.

General information

Where is the program housed on campus?

College of Architecture, Art, and Construction, Clemson University, 3-101 Lee Hall, Clemson, South Carolina 29634, USA.

Campus Size

Clemson University is a public research university with a total campus size of approximately 1,400 acres

Contact Information

Clemson University Graduate Admissions

E-209 Martin Hall, Clemson University, Clemson SC 29634

864-656-3195

[email protected]

Clemson University Real Estate Foundation

864-656-5660

[email protected]

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