Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002699
- Phone: (315) 268-6400
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
74.60%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
14:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
8FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$31,414Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Clarkson University
8 Clarkson Ave, Potsdam, NY
Clarkson University provides a variety of program options for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in Potsdam, NY and operated as a private institution. Enrollment at Clarkson University exceeds 3,300 yearly.
Students may choose from several areas of study, including but not limited to:
- Engineering
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Engineering Technology
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
- Psychology
Students applying for admission are asked to submit an application, transcripts, standardized test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by admissions officials. An ACT or SAT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 1530 to 1840 on the SAT and within the range of 23 to 28 on the ACT is common among students admitted to this school. Clarkson University admits roughly 80% of students applying. Of those students accepted, about 23% attended the school. More information regarding admissions can be found at clarkson.edu.
The cost of tuition is approximately $40,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and as such students should use the school's cost calculator to identify their personalized cost estimate of attendance. Housing is available for students and costs approximately $7,000 per year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements by way of grants or student loans.
The mascot for Clarkson University is the "Golden Knights", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through oversight by the NCAA. Sports available:
- Baseball (NCAA Division III)
- Basketball (NCAA Division III)
- Golf (NCAA Division III)
- Ice Hockey (NCAA Division III)
Contact information, admission forms, programs, and more can be viewed on school's website at clarkson.edu or by requesting information directly from our portal.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give an overview of the students Clarkson University accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Clarkson University has a total student population of about 4,300, with undergraduate students making up about 72% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition is estimated to range between $50,000-$60,000 for both in-state and out-of-state students
- The estimated tuition for part time students is around $1,700 to $2,000 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 100% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 100% | $34,405 |
Receiving Student Loans | 75% | $10,331 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Clarkson University may provide student services including:- Online course work available
- Career path counseling
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Helping students find work after graduation
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
Intercollegiate Athletics
Clarkson University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Upstate Collegiate Athletic Association)
- Basketball (Upstate Collegiate Athletic Association)
- Golf
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Skiing
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
- Other Sports
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Clarkson University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Science (B, D, M)
- Information Technology
Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Chemical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Civil Engineering (B, C, D, M)
- Electrical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Software Engineering (B)
- Materials Engineering (D)
Engineering Technology
- Engineering Management (B, M)
Health and Clinical Professions
History
- History (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B, D, M)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Social Sciences
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Clarkson University.
- St Lawrence University in Syracuse, NY (9 miles away)
- Saint Michael's College in Williston, VT (90 miles away)
- Norwich University in Montpelier, VT (121 miles away)
- Le Moyne College in New York, NY (124 miles away)
- Union College - Schenectady in Stone Ridge, NY (138 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002699
- Phone: (315) 268-6400
- School Homepage