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Clarkson University

Clarkson University is a medium, private institution located in Potsdam, ny. Founded in 1896, Clarkson University offers undergraduate degrees in 86 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Private
athletics Division 3
undergraduates 2,587 undergraduates
cost $56,258 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into Clarkson University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 78.4%
SAT score average 1282
ACT score average 30
Average high school GPA 3.82
Application fee $50
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Key deadlines

June
30
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December
01
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Clarkson University is known for one of its top majors: Mechanical Engineering. Their student-faculty ratio is 14:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
14 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Engineering and Technology
Business and Management
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies
Health and Medical Professions
Computer Science and Information Technology
Social Sciences and Psychology
Education and Teaching

Popular majors

Mechanical Engineering
Engineering-Related Fields
Civil Engineering
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Chemical Engineering
Biology, General
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $56,258
Additional expenses
Room & board $16,744
Books & supplies $1,560
Other expenses $2,496
Cost of attendance* $77,058
Average financial aid package $52,525
Estimated cost $24,533 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $56,258
Additional expenses
Room & board $16,744
Books & supplies $1,560
Other expenses $2,496
Cost of attendance* $77,058
Average financial aid package $52,525
Estimated cost $24,533 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

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Student population

Who’s going to be there? Clarkson University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 2,587, with gender binary students split 69% male and 31% female.

Total enrollment

3,603

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
53%
African American %
2%
Hispanic American %
4%
Asian %
2%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
NA
Multiracial %
2%
Unknown %
37%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At Clarkson University, students love their Outing Club, student athletes compete in Division 3 sports, and freshmen are required to live on campus.

Campus info

map 8 Clarkson Ave, Potsdam, NY 13699
phone 315-268-6400
address https://www.clarkson.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Outing club

Ski & snowboard club

Spikeball club

Society of women engineers

Rod and gun club

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Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 3
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Clarkson University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Clarkson University?

Clarkson University is located in Potsdam, ny.

What is the acceptance rate at Clarkson University? 

The acceptance rate for Clarkson University is 78%.

What’s the average GPA for Clarkson University?

The average high school GPA for Clarkson University students was 3.82.

How much does it cost for 4 years at Clarkson University?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at Clarkson University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $308,232.

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