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Clarkson University

Potsdam, NY · Private nonprofit · Remote town · Website

Clarkson University campus
Photo: Ross P. Robinson · Public domain
Admission rate
77%
Accessible
Average net price
$32,137
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
72%
Median earnings
$92,494
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Clarkson University is a private nonprofit college in Potsdam, NY with 2,196 undergraduates. It admits 77% of applicants, and admitted students average 1304 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $32,137 per year ($18,064 for families earning under $30,000). 72% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $92,494 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
77%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
7,347
Fall 2023
Admitted
5,669
Fall 2023
Yield
11%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing590–690
200800
SAT Math610–700
200800
ACT Composite25–32
136

What Clarkson University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkConsidered
  • Class rankRequired
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsRequired
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$81,706
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$61,148

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$18,064
  • $30–48k$19,353
  • $48–75k$24,424
  • $75–110k$30,286
  • $110k+$37,156

Get a personal estimate with Clarkson University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
72%
Freshman retention
85%
Median earnings
$92,494
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$26,000
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
2,196
Student–faculty ratio
13:1
Receive Pell grants
23%
  • White74%
  • Hispanic13%
  • Black3%
  • Asian2%

Clarkson University FAQ

What is Clarkson University's acceptance rate?+

Clarkson University admits 77% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Clarkson University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 590–690 on SAT Reading and Writing and 610–700 on SAT Math; the average total is 1304.

What ACT score do you need for Clarkson University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 25–32.

Is Clarkson University test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Clarkson University?+

In Fall 2023, 7,347 students applied to Clarkson University and 5,669 were admitted; 608 enrolled.

Does Clarkson University consider legacy status?+

No. Clarkson University reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Clarkson University require an essay?+

Clarkson University reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Clarkson University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $81,706 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $32,137.

What is Clarkson University's graduation rate?+

72% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

Sources

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