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Take a closer look at our stats, accolades and facts that reflect why Clarkson delivers a great return on education; how our mission, vision, values and plans for the future honor our history; the university leaders who bring perspective and expertise to our boundary-spanning education; and our appreciation of a global community that compels us to engage in solutions and innovative technologies to create real wealth for society.

Health Sciences immerse students in the hands-on study of human physiology, movement and healing.

Through more than 50 rigorous programs of study in engineering, business, science, health, environmental studies and liberal arts, we offer pre-collegiate, undergraduate, graduate and professional education programs. Find out more about our faculty and academic departments, explore majors and minors, see how we couple research discovery and engineering innovation with enterprise, and connect to people, library resources and services that underpin the Clarkson experience.

The Class of 2014 has some fun at orientation!

Wanted: Competitive collaborators, thinkers, doers, dreamers and believers who want to go beyond the status quo and join teams creating what’s next. The Clarkson experience is designed for talented and ambitious students who want a hands-on and global ready education. The results lead to accelerated career opportunities, rewarding and creative personal lives, and deep lifetime connections. Are you ready? Meet our admissions team and explore your options.

Theme Housing connects people with like interests, such as WISE Women in Science & Engineering.

Clarkson is a great place to learn, live and work. Follow what is happening in residence life; our clubs and organizations; connections to employers and alumni; ROTC and service organizations; international and cooperative education experiences; student services and personal advising; health and wellness; campus safety and regulations; and ways for families to stay involved.

Our University photographer dons scuba gear to take the Swim Team's picture!

Go Golden Knights! Join in Clarkson’s competitive tradition through 19 men's and women's varsity teams, along with numerous intramural and club sports and a wide variety of fitness classes and organized outdoor activities. More than 80 percent of Clarkson students join intramural teams competing in soccer, football, broomball, 3-on-3 basketball, 5-on-5 basketball, ice hockey, volleyball and indoor soccer. Check on schedules, scores, rosters, hours of operations, traditions and more.

Lou Dobbs Tonight visits campus to film Michael Nyberg '07 and his Larvasonic Invention.

Get publicity for your story or check out our news releases, Clarkson news clips, social media conversations, photo galleries and extensive calendar of on and off campus events, meetings, symposia, sports and more. See why at Clarkson we are the place and time to defy convention by continually asking “What’s next?” The answers can come from anywhere—undergraduates, graduate students, faculty, staff and alumni—and we expect (and respect) the unexpected.

Why The Clarkson School

The Clarkson School (TCS) offers a rich and supportive learning environment for highly motivated high school students. Unlike most early-entrance college programs, The Clarkson School is a full-time residential program offering a real community living and learning experience. Clarkson School students take the same courses as Clarkson University first-year students and enjoy the same unlimited access to athletics and recreation, student support services, and clubs and activities.

Clarkson School Advantages

Automatic matriculation to Clarkson University as a sophomore upon successful completion of The Clarkson School year
Earn Clarkson University credits, which can transfer to other colleges or universities.
A tight-knit Clarkson School community within the larger campus community
Research Opportunities with professors
Proven track record of Clarkson School alumni success, both academically and professionally

Who Attends The Clarkson School?

Clarkson School students are academic high achievers who have progressed beyond their high school curriculum and are ready for a fresh challenge. Independent by nature, Clarkson School students are captivated by the prospect of living away from home in a supportive community of students with the same goals and passions.

TCS boasts a diverse student body, with 60% hailing from New York state and 40% from across the U.S. and all around the globe. Admission is selective, most Clarkson School students are in the top 10% of their high school class and enroll with a mean SAT (math and verbal) score of 1210.

What to Expect from The Clarkson School

Attending The Clarkson School is not unlike being a first-year student at Clarkson University. You will take a full course load and have the opportunity to join student clubs, academic and social organizations, and sports teams. As opposed to the typical Clarkson University Freshman experiencce, Clarkson School students live in their own residence hall with a dedicated staff of house advisors (HAs). This extra layer of support ensures that Clarkson School students make a smooth transition to college life.

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