Category: Academics + Admission

When you apply to Clarkson University, you embark on a transformative academic journey characterized by excellence, innovation, and opportunity. With a renowned focus on STEM, business, and health sciences, Clarkson offers a diverse array of top-tier programs that equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their chosen fields. From engineering to entrepreneurship, healthcare management to environmental science, Clarkson’s comprehensive academic offerings provide students with a breadth of options to pursue their passions and interests.

Clarkson’s commitment to affordability ensures that a Clarkson education remains accessible to all. Generous financial aid packages and scholarships help alleviate the financial burden, making Clarkson an attractive choice for students seeking exceptional value without compromising on quality.

Moreover, when you apply to Clarkson, you gain access to a supportive community where hands-on learning, groundbreaking research, and lifelong connections await. Clarkson’s high job placement rate and exceptional return on investment underscore the university’s dedication to student success. With strong industry partnerships and a dedicated career services department, Clarkson graduates are well-equipped to secure employment and thrive in their careers.

Prospective students can apply to Clarkson University through the Common Application or the Clarkson Application, with admissions counselors available to assist throughout the process. By choosing to apply to Clarkson, students join a supportive community where they can engage in hands-on learning, pursue groundbreaking research, and forge lifelong connections.

In summary, applying to Clarkson University offers prospective students the opportunity to access world-class academic programs, receive unparalleled support and guidance, and embark on a path towards a successful and fulfilling career. Join us at Clarkson and unlock your potential for academic and professional excellence.

Uncategorized, Undergraduate Programs

The Story of a Political Science Alum

The Wedding party and guests standing behind a bride and groom while holding up a Clarkson University flag

The Department of Humanities & Social Sciences, offers bachelor’s degree programs in history, literature, interdisciplinary liberal studies, interdisciplinary social sciences, political science, and social documentation (a double major in communication and a humanities/social sciences major). We are a place where Clarkson students truly have the opportunity to explore their interests. While some students take their …

Undergraduate Programs

Clarkson Rod and Gun Club

The Clay Shooting Team at the national shooting complex

My Experience Clarkson Rod and Gun Club is a young club filled with a collective of passionate outdoorsmen and women, all focused on educating and giving opportunities to all, no matter their experience or skill level.  My name is Ian Bennett, a junior here at Clarkson studying Psychology, and the sitting President of Clarkson Rod …

Undergraduate Programs

Clarkson Ignite: New Opportunities from Our New Director

What will you do in college to chase your passion and prepare yourself for a lifetime of success? What will it take?  In a world where nearly half of all U.S. jobs are at risk of automation (Frey & Osborne, 2013), universities must create innovative content, delivery methods, and programming to continue fostering talent that …

Undergraduate Programs

What I have learned by working at The Shipley Center!

Sydney's headshot in her lacrosse uniform

The Shipley Center for Innovation at Clarkson University is a discovery-driven entrepreneurial support hub that advises members of the Clarkson community and the greater North Country region.  Through a collaborative hands-on process, the Shipley Center brings academic and social experience together under one roof. It provides inventors, innovators, and entrepreneurs with the ability to fully …

Undergraduate Programs

Decision Time: How to Pick the School That’s Right for You

You’ve gotten the acceptance letters. You’ve celebrated. And now, you’re trying to make that final decision. As time continues to fly by and May 1 gets closer and closer, many students feel the anxiety settle in around one single question: “Where will I go to college in the fall?” It’s a pretty big decision — …

Undergraduate Programs

The Scoop on the Potsdam Food Scene

Note: This post has been updated on 2/28/2023 to reflect updated information on local dining. If you’re considering Clarkson but aren’t from the North Country, chances are you don’t know a whole lot about the area that surrounds the University. I come from a town that is known for its incredible restaurants, so I was …

Graduate Education

Graduate Student Spotlight: Elizabeth Benedetti, Occupational Therapy Graduate

Are you considering a career in healthcare and thinking about getting your master’s degree in Occupational Therapy? Occupational therapists are and will continue to be in high demand, meaning high prospects for job placement after degree completion. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the demand for occupational therapists will continue to grow by …

Graduate Education

Graduate Student Spotlight: Dustin Brown, Occupational Therapy Graduate

Are you considering a career in healthcare and thinking about getting your master’s degree in Occupational Therapy? Occupational therapists are and will continue to be in high demand, meaning high prospects for job placement after degree completion. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the demand for occupational therapists will continue to grow by …

Undergraduate Programs

The Places a Global Supply Chain Major Can Go!

Mary Kates headshot with the Gap logo behind her

Hi All, my name is Mary Kate Wainwright and I am a proud alum of the Clarkson class of 2019. I was a Global Supply Chain major during my time at Clarkson, and I now work at GAP Inc. Distribution Center, as an Operations Supervisor. I specifically work for the Old Navy Online distribution.  It …

Undergraduate Programs

Getting Acclimated as a Transfer Student

A Clarkson University flag displayed on the top of an Adirondack Mountain in the fall.

Hi everyone! I’m Gianna Citriniti and I transferred to Clarkson in the spring of 2021. This blog is a continuation from my other recent post. You can read my Guide to Transferring to Clarkson here! Now that you have been accepted and made the decision to start your new adventure at Clarkson, how do you …