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A PLACE LIKE NO OTHER

We’re a tight-knight community located near the Adirondack Park and its scenic mountains, waterways, and Olympics recreation. Our unique setting inspires us, the size of our community propels us—serving as a catalyst to meet the needs of our students by tailoring our approach to each individual.

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Main Campus

Clarkson's main campus, located in the quintessential college town of Potsdam, New York, is nestled on 640 wooded and waterfront acres.

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Accepted Students Events

Congratulations - you're a Golden Knight! Now, experience life as a Clarkson student during our accepted student events. There are several options for you and your family to choose from - plan your visit now and register.

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Spring Career Fair

The first Career Fair of 2025 is on tap for February 5. Organized by the Kevin '81 & Annie Parker Career Center, the twice-a-year event lets students meet more than 150 employers on campus. Statistics show that more than 40 percent of our students accepting full time employment were first introduced to their employer at a Career Fair. 

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Return on Education

99%

University Placement Rate - Class of 2023 within 6 months of graduation in their chosen field

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$82,900

average early career salary (0-5 years) for Clarkson graduates 

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Top 25

Best Career Services, According to the Princeton Review's Best Value Colleges for 2023

At Clarkson, STEM Ignites Your ROI

Clarkson is a proven leader in technological education, research, innovation and sustainable economic development impacting more than 7,800 students annually through nationally recognized undergraduate and graduate STEM degrees in engineering, business, science and health professions; executive education, industry-relevant credentials and K-12 STEM programs.

Clarkson Spotlights

Clarkson student Kate Kerwood smiles for the camera

"I'm part of Clarkson Formula Knights and I'm the aerodynamic subteam lead, which means I design the aerodynamic package of the car. When I first starting driving the car, I thought I was going to be terrified...but once you're in the car and in the zone, it's just really freeing. And driving at competition, you get all those excitements and the adrenaline rush. And it's a really, really great experience that I don't think I would have anywhere else."

Kate Kerwood '25, BS in Aerospace Engineering

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"As a Business Analytics major, I am proud to say this journey could not be more rewarding. Leveraging STEM in a program that allows me to develop an understanding in information systems, creating strategic pathways, and learning to present and communicate effectively with my colleagues gives me confidence for my future. I wouldn't change it for the world!"

Lauryn "Milly" Wilson '25, BS in Business Analytics

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“I wanted to arrive as a Junior and dive headfirst into all the outstanding things each class and Clarkson has to offer. The transfer process was easy, and many of my previous credits counted toward my progress at Clarkson.”

Jacob Hatch ’24, BS in Software Engineering

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BS in Software Engineering

“To me, being in a STEM field means to serve humanity and make sure my work is for the benefit of people or our world. Our education opens doors for us in so many industries and areas where we can really make a difference.”

Kimberly Gomez ’25, BS in Mechanical Engineering

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