Clarkson University
Potsdam, NY · Private Nonprofit
Test scores
Admitted students score between 1200 and 1390 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
ACT midpoint: 29
Popular programs at Clarkson University
Bachelor’s degree programs ranked by Stairway Ranking — a composite letter grade comparing this school’s program against every other school’s in the same major nationally. Ties broken alphabetically.
| # | Program | Stairway Ranking | Graduates/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mechanical Engineering. | 158 | |
| 2 | Civil Engineering. | 90 | |
| 3 | Engineering-Related Fields. | 63 | |
| 4 | Chemical Engineering. | 45 | |
| 5 | Biology, General. | 43 | |
| 6 | Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering. | 41 | |
| 7 | Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering. | 32 | |
| 8 | Computer Engineering. | 28 | |
| 9 | Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering. | 23 | |
| 10 | Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations. | 20 | |
| 11 | Computer Science. | 19 | |
| 12 | Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | 18 | |
| 13 | Business Administration, Management and Operations. | 17 | |
| 14 | Psychology, General. | 16 | |
| 15 | Chemistry. | 11 | |
| 16 | Accounting and Related Services. | 10 | |
| 17 | Communication and Media Studies. | 9 | |
| 18 | Mathematics. | 8 | |
| 19 | Data Analytics. | 8 | |
| 20 | Physics. | 7 |
Showing top 20 of 30 programs
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Clarkson University?
Clarkson University has an acceptance rate of 77% according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education data.
What SAT score do I need for Clarkson University?
Admitted students at Clarkson University typically score between 1200 and 1390 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
How much does Clarkson University cost?
The average net price (after grants and scholarships) at Clarkson University is approximately $30,305 per year.
What is the graduation rate at Clarkson University?
4-year graduation rate data for Clarkson University is not currently published.
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Data: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Last updated 5/1/2026.
