Clarkson University
Potsdam, NY · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's degrees · Town
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About Clarkson University
Clarkson University is a private research university with its main campus in Potsdam, New York. Clarkson has additional graduate programs and research facilities in the New York Capital District. It was established in 1896 and enrolled over 4,000 students in 2024. Students pursue bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees in each of its schools and institutes: the David D. Reh School of Business, Wallace H. Coulter School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Earl R. and Barbara D. Lewis School of Health and Life Sciences, Institute for a Sustainable Environment, and Institute for STEM Education. The university is classified among "R2: Doctoral Universities – High research activity". Clarkson's athletic teams, known as the Golden Knights, compete in 20 varsity sports. While predominantly an NCAA Division III school competing in the Liberty League, both men's and women's ice hockey teams compete in Division I as members of ECAC Hockey. The women's hockey program has won three NCAA championships (2014, 2017, and 2018), marking the university's first national titles.
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77%
Acceptance
$30,305
Net price
2,196
Enrollment
75%
Grad rate
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Academics
Graduation & retention rates
Value
Earnings vs. cost of attendance
Career Outcomes
Graduate earnings after 10 years
Affordability
Average net price after aid
Selectivity
How hard it is to get in
Diversity
Racial & ethnic balance of students
Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).
Admissions
77%
Acceptance rate
1,304
SAT average
29
ACT midpoint
Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.
Cost & Financial Aid
$30,305
Average net price
$59,398
In-state tuition
$59,398
Out-of-state tuition
$18,252
Room & board
$1,560
Books & supplies
$79,022
Total cost of attendance
22%
Students receiving Pell grants
62%
Students with federal loans
$26,000
Median student debt
Average net price by family income
Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.
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After Graduation
$89,696
Median earnings (10 yrs)
$76,970
Median earnings (6 yrs)
75%
Graduation rate
85%
Retention rate
90%
Earn more than a HS grad
$16,750
Instructional spend / student
Student Body
2,196
Total enrollment
0%
Part-time
19
Avg. age at entry
15%
First-generation
Gender balance
Race & ethnicity
Clarkson University FAQ
Is Clarkson University a public or private school?
Clarkson University is a private nonprofit institution located in Potsdam, NY.
What is the acceptance rate at Clarkson University?
Clarkson University has an acceptance rate of 77%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
How much does Clarkson University cost?
The average annual net price at Clarkson University is $30,305 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $59,398.
What is the graduation rate at Clarkson University?
About 75% of students at Clarkson University complete their degree, according to federal completion data.
How much do Clarkson University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Clarkson University students earn a median of $89,696 per year.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Clarkson University?
Admitted students at Clarkson University have an average SAT score of 1,304 and an ACT midpoint of 29. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.
How many students attend Clarkson University?
Clarkson University enrolls about 2,196 students.
Campus
Campus photo via Wikimedia Commons — Ross P. Robinson · Public domain. Additional images are representative.
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