Admissions and Financial Aid

Admissions and Financial Aid

The First Step to Engineering Your Future

We are a leading national research university for tomorrow's innovative leaders. Come be a part of it.

Make Your Plans with a Clear Financial Picture

Explore what a Clarkson education could cost before you apply. Our Cost Transparency model helps prospective undergraduate students and families understand expected costs — and the opportunities behind the investment.

Explore your expected cost
 

How To Get Started

Whether you are a rising senior or a professional seeking that next step in your career, we have designed our application to be simple. We are here to help guide you through every step of the way.

Start Your Application

Before getting started, tell us about yourself. What kind of student are you?

This will help us direct you toward the next steps of the application process.

One of the main reasons I chose Clarkson is just the opportunities Clarkson has. They have so many different partnerships with major businesses. With Clarkson, there's a high guarantee of finding a job after graduation. That was a big motivator.

Autumn Rose Lennon '22, BS in Civil Engineering

Read Stories Told by Our Students Hear Why Autumn Chose Clarkson

Affording Clarkson

Clear cost. Uncommon value.

Your college decision deserves a clear view of both the cost and the possibilities. With Clarkson’s Cost Transparency model, you can explore expected undergraduate costs by family income before you apply.

Find cost information, see what remains after grants and scholarships, and understand which expenses are included in your estimate. Then connect with our team to discuss your circumstances and the hands-on learning, professional experiences and personal support behind a Clarkson education.


 

About Clarkson's Affordability

Straightforward numbers. Personal guidance.

Your financial picture is personal. Our admissions and financial aid teams can help you understand your estimate, explore scholarships and grants, and plan for the expenses that remain.

We’ll distinguish aid that reduces your cost from options such as loans and student employment that can help you meet remaining expenses—so you can make an informed decision about your next step.
 

Find Your Clarkson Financial Aid Representative

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