Clarkson University: Review & Facts

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Clarkson University is a medium four-year, private not-for-profit school with 3,720 students enrolled. This school was established in 1896 and is one of the 2 colleges and schools located in Potsdam, New York.

Academic Offerings

Clarkson University will give you the option to obtain a bachelor's degree, postbaccalaureate certificate, master's degree, or doctoral degree.

Majors
Offered

58

Clarkson University implements a semester-based curriculum calendar system and has 58 majors. The most popular concentrations are Engineering, Management, Business, Chemistry, and Biology. Read the details about Majors offered at this college and see program Ratings.

It is important to know student retention and graduation rates before you apply to a school to get your diploma or to engage in a long-term study; high retention and graduation rates are usually a positive sign. Nevertheless, if you anticipate to transfer out or take non-credit coursework, these metrics are not important.

Clarkson University student retention rate is high at 83% (above New York average). Considering this statistic, it seems that students enjoy their stay at this school.

Student Retention

83%

Good

The graduation rate at Clarkson University is good: 76%. About 25% of the school's undergraduate students transfer to other colleges.

Student to faculty ratio at Clarkson University is pretty decent -- 14:1. Find out more information about faculty at this college in the Faculty & Salaries report.

Tuition and Loans

Average tuition prices are extremely high - $55,000 per year. The additional fees at Clarkson University beyond tuition are approximately $1,300; which comes to a total of $56,300 a year.

Read the details about Clarkson University additional charges as well as availability of loans and likelihood of repaying them upon graduation in the Tuition & Loans report for this college.

Admissions Information

Acceptance
Rate

78%

Doable

According to recent data, 6,594 applications were submitted and 5,171 were accepted, so it is relatively easy to enroll at this school.

The school might accept your dual credits and advanced placement credits at entry.

Check the details about admissions as well applicants' SAT and ACT test scores at Clarkson University in the Admissions and Tests report for this college.

Opportunities and Services

Dormatory
Annual Price

$9,000

High

Clarkson University offers study abroad programs and evening/weekend study opportunity, which is a solid option for those who work full-time.

There are options for on-campus part-time employment at Clarkson University, which allows students to cover some of the tuition expenses. Additionally, this school helps students to evaluate their career options and find a full-time job upon graduation.

Safety
Grade

C-

Unsafe

Clarkson University offers on-campus housing. Dormitory capacity at this college accommodates around 2,500 students, which provides a viable on-campus housing option. The room price is a bit high - nearly $9,000 a year.

Army and Air Force ROTC programs are available at Clarkson University. Reserve Officers' Training Corps commissioning programs typically imply elective classes in addition to required college curriculum, possible funding for your tuition, and an obligation to serve upon graduation.

ROTC
Available

Yes

It is important to keep in mind that enrolling in a ROTC course does not commit you to serve unless you have obtained a ROTC scholarship, grant, or any other funding.

Based on the college crime data, Clarkson University seems to be a relatively unsafe school. Read the details in the Campus Crime report for this college.

Clarkson University Location and Address

Postal Address:
Clarkson University
8 Clarkson Ave
Potsdam, New York
13699, USA