Clarkson University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Clarkson University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Clarkson University is a small private university located on a campus in Potsdam, New York. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 2,296, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 77%. The university offers 34 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 78%, and a student-faculty ratio of 13:1. Tuition and fees for students are $56,642.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankRequired to be considered for admission
Letter of recommendationRequired
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRecommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile26-31
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1198-1390
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
4k
Students enrolled
22%
Online student enrollment
13:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
48%
Unknown
0%
Black
2%
Hispanic
8%
Two or more races
2%
Non-U.S. Citizen
3%
Asian
1%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
%
Socio-economic diversity
32% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
15
Total Online Enrollment
742
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.22% online, 78% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
82% On-campus
18% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor'sNot offered
Graduate Certificate60% online
Master's28% online
Doctorate9% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $56,642 | $56,642 |
| Graduate | $36,000 | $36,000 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,560 |
| On-campus room and board | $18,762 |
| On-campus other expenses | $900 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $18,762 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $900 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $900 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $77,864 | $77,864 |
| Off-campus without family | $77,864 | $77,864 |
| Off-campus with family | $59,102 | $59,102 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
20%
State Grant Aid
26%
Institution Grant Aid
100%
Pell Grant
32%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$26k
Average student debtafter graduation
$56k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Golf
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Other Sports
- Skiing
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Track Field Xcountry
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 2 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 4 | Communications Technologies/Technicians And Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 6 | Education. | |||
| 7 | Engineering. | |||
| 8 | Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 9 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 10 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 11 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 12 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 13 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 14 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 15 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 16 | Psychology. | |||
| 17 | Social Sciences. |
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