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Clarkson University

Potsdam, New York · Private Non-Profit

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$76,970

Acceptance Rate

77%

Graduation Rate

73%

Annual Tuition

$57,950

At a Glance

Total Students

2,449

Retention Rate

85%

Faculty Ratio

12

Financial Aid

65%

Median Debt

$26,000

Campus Setting

Town

Institution Type

Private Non-Profit

Institution Overview

Clarkson University is a private, non-profit institution with 2,449 students. The university has an acceptance rate of 77.2% and a graduation rate of 73%. The student retention rate is 84.7%. The in-state tuition is $57,950, and 65.4% of students receive financial aid.

Graduates of Clarkson University report strong earnings. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $72,875. Five years after graduation, median earnings rise to $76,970, and ten years after graduation, median earnings are $89,696. The median student debt is $26,000.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$73k

1 YEAR

$77k

5 YEARS

$90k

10 YEARS

Top 5% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Clarkson University alumni earn a median salary of $72,875. Five years after graduation, the median salary is $76,970, and ten years after graduation, the median salary is $89,696. The median debt for graduates is $26,000. 65.4% of students receive financial aid.

Clarkson University has a 77.2% acceptance rate, an 84.7% retention rate, and a 73% graduation rate. The in-state tuition is $57,950. The total student population is 2,449.

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Campus Location

Potsdam, New York

Potsdam, NY 13699

Clarkson University is located in Potsdam, New York. The campus is in a town setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clarkson University has an acceptance rate of 77.2%.