Category: Undergraduate Programs

Clarkson University stands as a beacon of excellence in undergraduate education, offering a rich tapestry of academic programs designed to shape students into future leaders. Renowned for its commitment to academic excellence and innovation, Clarkson boasts an extensive array of undergraduate degrees spanning various disciplines.

Students at Clarkson can select from a multitude of undergraduate education programs, including but not limited to engineering disciplines such as Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Civil Engineering. For those inclined toward business, programs like Business Administration, Accounting, and Finance are available. The university also provides degrees in Science fields such as Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, alongside Health Sciences including Physical Therapy and Physician Assistant Studies. Furthermore, students can explore liberal arts disciplines like Psychology, History, and Political Science.

Central to Clarkson’s undergraduate education experience is its emphasis on hands-on learning opportunities. Through co-operative education placements, internships, and research projects, students gain practical experience and apply classroom theories to real-world scenarios. Strong partnerships with industry leaders ensure students have access to cutting-edge technology and invaluable networking opportunities, bolstering their career prospects upon graduation.

With small class sizes and dedicated faculty mentors, Clarkson fosters a supportive learning environment where students can thrive academically and personally. Beyond academics, the university offers a vibrant campus life enriched by a variety of extracurricular activities, clubs, and organizations.

Clarkson University’s comprehensive undergraduate education programs, combined with its focus on experiential learning and supportive community, stand as a testament to its commitment to preparing students for success in their chosen fields and for making meaningful contributions to society.

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Studying Abroad With Clarkson University

You may be thinking that once you go to college, your summers will be all fun and play — and they will be! Clarkson students are given amazing opportunities for their summers. These opportunities are some that you’ll want to capitalize on for your future. At Clarkson, most majors require completing an internship or co-op. …

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A Visitor’s Guide to Canada

A large sculpture of a spider stands in front of a museum in Canada.

Canada — our neighbor here in the North Country! Canada has a lot to offer, and I highly recommend you visit. Clarkson may be in a rural location, but that doesn’t mean we don’t have quick access to some amazing cities.Clarkson requires business students to bring either a passport or an enhanced license. This is …

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The Great Indoors

There is a wide range of diverse people here at Clarkson. There are those who love the outdoors, some who love video games or anime and people interested in the theater! There are many clubs and activities at Clarkson that make it unique and loved by many. It may seem hard to find your place …

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10 Things You [Probably] Didn’t Know About Clarkson

Hey everyone! My name is Joe Bushey and I’m a student here at Clarkson. Through my time here at the University, I’ve seen a lot of neat things. Whether it’s a creepy ghost story, an interesting fact about a former professor or student or some history about Clarkson, each of the things I have listed …

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How to See the Great Outdoors at Clarkson

College outing clubs are often a new and amazing way to experience the outdoors; you are surrounded by other young, adventurous students who all share a love of nature. There are so many new experiences that lend themselves to college outing clubs, such as night hikes, weekend backpacking and skiing trips, group volunteering and trail …

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The Three Biggest Adjustments Faced by First-Year Students in College

I can tell you firsthand that the change between high school and college is a big adjustment that affects every student, regardless of how prepared you are, how mature you are and how open to change you are. Moving away, meeting new people and being more of an individual than ever before can be difficult. …

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Top 10 Things to Do as a First-Year Clarkson Student

One of the biggest questions we get from students interested in coming to Clarkson is, “What is there to do there?” We’re not in a big city (although we’ve got some really cool Canadian ones nearby — get your passport ready!), but there’s still LOTS to do here. So we’re counting down the top 10 …

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Top 10 Questions Asked on Clarkson Campus Tours

Hello everyone! My name is Libby and I am in my final semester at Clarkson (time really does fly). In my four years at Clarkson, I have had the opportunity to get involved in many different parts of student life. I am a captain of the Varsity Alpine Ski Team, a student manager in the …

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Why You Should Attend GE Women’s Leadership Day

Author Note: This post was update to reflect accurate dates and information! Hi everyone! My name is Sarah and I am a civil and environmental engineering double major at Clarkson. I’m in a few clubs on campus, including Clarkson Hillel (treasurer) and, most importantly, the Society of Women Engineers (SWE). I am the president of …

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What It’s Like to Be on a SPEED Team at Clarkson (And Why It’s Better Here)

I can definitely say that after being at Clarkson University for 3.5 years now, I credit most of my true engineering experience to the Clarkson SPEED (Student Projects for Engineering Experience and Design) program. Of course, you learn all of the necessary engineering concepts and methods through your classes while at Clarkson; however, you can …