Clarkson University is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Potsdam, NY. It is classified as Research University with high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R2 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R2 University comparison page.

The Clarkson's 2024 tuition & fees is $57,950 for the academic year 2023-2024. 97% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $39,197.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 3,719 and the students to faculty ratio is 14 to 1 (7.14%).

Clarkson's acceptance rate is 77.00% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 11.00%. The median SAT scores is 1300 and the ACT socre is 29.

Clarkson ranked 146th in National Universities and 45th in New York Colleges rankings. Clarkson University is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

Clarkson has 1 campuses and you can check institutes' campuses section for their information.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Clarkson University is $57,950. For graduate programs, its 2024 graduate school tuition & fees is $36,856.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $59,693 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $36,156.

Undergraduate$57,950
Graduate$36,856
Undergraduate$59,693
Graduate$36,156

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.


Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »77.00% Acceptance Rate / 11.00% Yield
Test Scores »1,300 SAT / 29 ACT
Graduation Rate »72%
Transfer-out Rate20%
Retention Rate83%(full-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio7.14% (14 to 1)
Student Population »3,719 (2,668 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$39,197

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

Clarkson University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.

Special Learning Opportunities at Clarkson
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy, Air Force
Weekend/Evening CollegeYes
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersNo
On-campus day care for students' childrenNo

Clarkson University Directory Information

Address8 Clarkson Ave, Potsdam, NY 13699
Phone315-268-6400
WEBSchool's Website
AdmissionAdmission Information
Online ApplicationApply Online
Financial AidDeadlines and Applications
Net Price CalculatorNet Price Calculator
Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
AthleticAthletic Team Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, private (not-for-profit)
Carnegie CategoryResearch University (high research activity)
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

Clarkson Campuses and Colleges

Clarkson University has 1 campuses and colleges. The following table shows each campus information. You can check the detailed tuition and directory inforatmion of each school by following the link on the school's name

NameLocationTuition & Fees
Clarkson University Capital Region CampusSchenectady, NY-

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