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Clarkson University
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For Clarkson University admissions, international students must apply within the application deadlines listed below:

  • Early Decision (UG): Dec 1, 2024
  • Regular Decision (UG): Jan 15, 2025
  • PG Deadlines: Rolling
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About Clarkson University

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Year of establishment
1896
University website
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Student website
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Campus size
640 acres
No. of campus
1
Scholarships available
13
Endowment value
USD 216 million
Scholarships granted
2778
Scholarship amount granted
USD 108 million
English proficiency test
Required
Accepted exams
SAT/ACT accepted
Optional
Faculty/Student ratio
12
Total criminal offences
114
Quick university statsInsights on student demographics, enrolment, and academic success
UG Race

Others

87%

Hispanic

6%

Black

3%

Asian

3%

UG Student residence

In state

64%

Out of state

31%

Foreign

4%

UG Age distribution

24 and under

99%

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UG Number of Applicant

6594
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Overall Graduation Rate

0.73
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Commonly asked questions
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Q:   What is Clarkson University famous for?

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Clarkson University is a private, national research university based in upstate New York and is known for giving students a great return on their investment. Clarkson University is known for interdisciplinary collaboration, innovative research and unparalleled technological education.

Q:   Is Clarkson University any good?

A: 

Clarkson University is a private school based in northern New York, US. Clarkson University has been ranked #127 by US News in its Best Colleges is National Universities category for 2023. The university is known for its excellent technological education.

Q:   Is Clarkson University hard to get into?

A: 

According to U.S. News & World Report, Clarkson University acceptance rate is 75%. This means that the university is moderately selective when it comes to admissions. To take admission to Clarkson University, the applicants must have a great academic record. Moreover, the applicants must apply before the application deadline.

Q:   What are the admission requirements for Clarkson University for an MS in Applied Data Science course?

A: 

Clarkson University admission requirements for the MS in Applied Data Science course are given below:

Q:   Does Clarkson University require GRE for an MS in Computer Science?

A: 

Yes, for admission to Clarkson University MS in Computer Science program, the applicants must have a GRE score. Besides the GRE score, the applicants must submit the required application materials like official transcripts, letters of recommendation, resume, etc. 

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Q:   Does Clarkson University offer scholarships to international students?

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Yes, Clarkson University will consider all the accepted international students for a partial international scholarship. Students don’t have to submit any different applications for the same. The amount ranges from USD 5,000 to USD 30,000 per academic year. It should be noted that no need-based financial aid is offered to these students.

Q:   Does Clarkson University offer scholarships for international students?

A: 

All accepted international undergraduate students at Clarkson University shall be considered for a partial international scholarship. As such, there is no separate application to complete in order to be considered for an international scholarship. These scholarships range from USD 5,000 – USD 30,000 per academic year. The scholarship amount awarded is based on the academic record of students. For first-year students, this includes GPA of secondary school, rigor of the curriculum, SAT and TOEFL scores, and letters of recommendation. In order to maintain their international scholarship, students are required to maintain good satisfactory academic progress.

Also Read: Scholarships to Study in USA for International Students 

Admissions 2025

  • Application fees :USD 50
  • Type of deadline :Depends on course
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Fall15ᵗʰ Jan - 1ˢᵗ Jun 2025
Spring31ˢᵗ Mar 2025
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Q:   What is the last date to apply at Clarkson University?

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Clarkson University takes admission throug two modes; Early Decision and Regular Decision mode. Clarkson University admission deadlines are Dec 1, 2024 for Early Decision admissions and Jan 15, 2025 for Regular Decision admissions. Clarkson University admissions are closed for the current session. 

Q:   How to apply at Clarkson University?

A: 

Clarkson University offers a variety of bachelor's and master's programs across a wide range of subjects. International students applying to Clarkson University undergraduate programs can apply through the Clarkson University Freshman Application portal Common App application portal. Whereas international students applying for graduate programs can apply through the Graduate School Online Appliation Form, which an application portal of Clarkson University for graduate programs. 

Q:   How can I get admission to an MS in Computer Science course at Clarkson University?

A: 

Clarkson University admission requirements for an MS in Computer Science course are:

  • Resume
  • Online application form
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of purpose
  • GRE test score
  • Official transcripts
  • English language proficiency test score
  • A BS or equivalent degree in Computer Science or another closely related subject is required

Also Read: MS in Computer Science in USA

Q:   How to apply for Clarkson University?

A: 

To apply to Clarkson University, follow the application process given below:

Undergraduate Admissions

  • First of all, submit the application. Either submit through Clarkson University first-year student application (online) or Common application
  • Then, compile all the required materials such as letters of recommendation, personal statement, academic transcripts, English language proficiency test scores, etc.
  • Make sure to make your application stand out such as submitting a resume, portfolio, links to projects, etc. Submit additional letters of recommendation from coaches, employers, etc. All application materials, test scores, and transcripts should be sent to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions of Clarkson University
  • To complete the admission process and to receive an I-20, read the additional requirements

Graduate Admissions

  • Firstly, complete Clarkson University graduate application form
  • Then, submit the supporting materials such as all undergraduate transcripts, a resume / CV, personal statement, GMAT / GRE test scores, English language proficiency test scores, etc.
  • Do check the additional international student requirements  

Read: College / University Application Process for USA

Fees

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
MS(16 courses)
INR 19 L - 38 L
Duration12-28 months
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 80 & Above, PTE: 56 & Above
B.E. / B.Tech(11 courses)
INR 49 L
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 80 & Above, PTE: 56 & Above
B.Sc.(8 courses)
INR 49 L
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 80 & Above, PTE: 56 & Above
MBA/PGDM(3 courses)
INR 30 L - 40 L
Duration12 months-1 year
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 80 & Above, PTE: 56 & Above
B.A.(1 course)
INR 49 L
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 80 & Above, PTE: 56 & Above
BBA(4 courses)
INR 49 L
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 80 & Above, PTE: 56 & Above
MEM(1 course)
INR 13 L
Duration24 months
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 80 & Above, PTE: 56 & Above
MIM(1 course)
INR 30 L
Duration12 months
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 80 & Above, PTE: 56 & Above
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Q:   What is the estimated cost of studying at Clarkson University?

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The cost for the fall 2023-24 school year is USD 75,741. This includes tuition and fees of USD 57,950 and living expenses of USD 17,791.

Q:   Do international students need to show proof of financial support for admission at Clarkson University?

A: 

Yes, all international applicants will have to submit proof of financial support after which they will be issued an I-20 form and a letter of acceptance. Also, Clarkson University does not offer need-based financial assistance to international students.

Q:   What all English language proficiency scores are accepted at Clarkson University for admission?

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The Clarkson University accepts the following language proficiency scores for admission to its various graduate and undergraduate programs:

Q:   What is the PTE requirement for Clarkson University?

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Clarkson University Duolingo requirements along with the PTE requirements are given below. The test scores required in other English language tests are also listed below:

Tests

Undergraduate Admissions

Graduate Admissions

TOEFL

80

80

IELTS

6.5

6.5

Duolingo

115

115

PTE

56

56

Q:   What do you need to get into Clarkson University MBA?

A: 

If students satisfy one of the below-given admission criteria, they are eligible for automatic admission to Clarkson University graduate business programs:

  • An undergraduate GPA of 3.3 or higher from a regionally accredited college OR
  • An undergraduate GPA of 3.0 GPA and a GMAT score of 500 or higher OR
  • A master’s degree or above from a regionally accredited college

Application requirements are:

  • CV / Resume
  • Online application form
  • Official transcripts
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Statement of purpose
  • GMAT / GRE (Waived through 2023)
  • English language proficiency test score

Read: A Complete Guide on MBA in USA for Indian Students 

Placements

Top Recruiters

Amazon
IBM
Target
Microsoft
HP
Intel
General
Lockheed Martin Corp.
Texas Instrument
VMware
aol
MathWorks
Raytheon
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Ranking 2025

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Q:   Is Clarkson a prestigious school?

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Clarkson University has been ranked #127 out of 443 National Universities by US News in its Best Colleges in its National University Ranking. Clarkson is known for its excellent technological education and innovative research. Clarkson is also recognised for its sustainable economic development through teaching, scholarship, research and innovation.

Q:   What is Clarkson world rank?

A: 

Prominent ranking providers have kept Clarkson within the top 1000 universities in the world. QS (Top universities) ranked Clarkson between 751-800 for 2024 in its World University ranking. This is a significant improvement from its last year’s ranking of 801-1000 by QS in its World University ranking.

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Clarkson admission is not highly competitive because of its moderately high acceptance rate. Clarkson University acceptance rate for international students is 77.15% for the Fall of 2023-24. The university accepts around 77 applicants out of 100 applications received. Therefore, it may be easier to

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Clarkson University and California State University East Bay are two popular universities in the USA for international students. They both rank among the top universities in the USA and offers quality education at affordable cost. The below table includes the comparision between them in terms of the

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Clarkson University cost for international students depends on programme tuition fees and other expenses such as living costs, food, etc. The below table includes the Clarkson University fees for international students:

Courses

1st Year Tuition Fees

MS

INR 14 L - 33 L

BSc

INR 48 L - 49 L

MBA/PGDM

INR 30 L - 40 L

BE/BTech

INR 48 L - 49 L

MA

INR 11 L - 25 L

MIM

INR 30 L

The below table include the Clarkson University tuition fees for international st

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Answered a month ago

Clarkson acceptance rate is 77.15%, which means 77 students are accepted out of 100 applications. Therefore, Clarkson University admissions are not highly competitive for international students. They must meet all the entry requirements and submit an online application by the deadline to get admissi

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Answered a month ago

Clarkson MS in Data Analytics ranks among the best in the world by Fortune 2022. A master's in Data Analytics qualifies graduates for jobs like Clinical analyst, Data analyst, Database administrator, Data Engineer, etc. The median pay for the field at Clarkson was more than USD 100K (INR 84.39 L) a

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University CityPotsdam, New York, USA
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Population of City16,159

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8 Clarkson Ave.
Potsdam, NY 13699

Potsdam ( New York)

Phone
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800-527-6577

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