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The Student Center is at the crossroads of academic and social life.

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.

The Clarkson School Academics

The Clarkson School offers a full-immersion college academic experience at New York’s highest-ranked small research university. Clarkson School students take the same courses as Clarkson University first-years and can pursue coursework leading to more than 50 majors and minors. With the single exception of the First-Year Seminar, all courses are taken with Clarkson University students and taught by Clarkson University faculty.

Problem-Based Learning

Clarkson University is famous for its hands-on approach to learning. As a Clarkson School student, you will have the chance to launch your own business, help build a solar car, or conduct biomedical research alongside a renowned scholar. By collaborating on real-world projects alongside Clarkson University students and faculty, you’ll gain deeper insight on your choice of major and future career.

Innovative Majors

Clarkson is also famous for offering innovative interdisciplinary majors that prepare students for careers that blend science, technology, engineering, and business. Here are Website Links for Majors and Curriculum Information at Clarkson University.

The Honors Program

Clarkson School students can apply for fast-track admission to the Honors Program at Clarkson University. Starting as early as the summer after your Clarkson School year, the Honors Program will pay for you to live on campus while you participate in a 10-week research project with a faculty mentor. Honors students also take a special series of seminars and project-based courses reserved for highly motivated students.

Questions?

Read our Clarkson School Academics FAQs for detailed answers to questions about college credit, high school diploma options, and course requirements. Or don’t hesitate to contact The Clarkson School staff.