Top graduate earnings — known for engineering
Clarkson University is a private institution in Potsdam with particular strength in engineering and business. With an average SAT of 1307, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 2.4K undergraduates with a 12:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
74% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $89,696 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $31,955.
Established
1896
Motto
A Workman That Needeth Not to be Ashamed
Mascot
The Golden Knight
Type
Private research university
Conference
NCAA
Division
Division III
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77%Acceptance
1307SAT Avg
2,449Students
12:1Student:Faculty
74%Grad Rate
$89,696Earnings 10yr
$31,955Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate77.2%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1307
Reading & WritingMid: 630
593690
MathMid: 650
605700
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 29
2631
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$57,950
Room & Board$17,016
Books & Supplies$1,560
Total Cost of Attendance$76,451
Average Net Price$31,955
Median Debt at Graduation$26,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$276
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$20,521
$30–48K$19,328
$48–75K$26,800
$75–110K$33,329
$110K+$36,429
Programs (86)
Student Body
Undergrads
2,449
Gender Split
33% / 67%
Women / Men
First Generation
15%
Pell Grant Recipients
20%
Race & Ethnicity
White 79%
Black 3%
Hispanic 7%
Asian 3%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 4%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate73.6%
Freshman Retention84.7%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$76,970
8 Years$78,777
10 Years$89,696
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$63,500
Men
$77,100
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Source: Wikipedia