The university sued its own conference in March 2024 in what was widely viewed as initial step toward leaving.

The ACC is finalizing a settlement with Florida State and Clemson that will end the litigation between the two programs and the conference. Per ESPN's Andrea Adelson, one of the key details in the settlement will see exit fees reduced by $18 million each year through the 2029-30 academic year.

The Atlantic Coast Conference and member schools Clemson University and Florida State University “have resolved all ongoing legal disputes” after a year of suits, countersuits and fights over revenue sharing,