From Maryland To Potsdam: Why I Chose Clarkson University
Connor from Anne Arundel, Maryland chose Clarkson for its size, strong engineering programs and personal academic advising.
“My high school guidance counselor encouraged me to look at Clarkson, and I’m so glad I did. Clarkson’s size and academics were just what I was looking for, and its location in a small town near lots of nature was really ideal for me.”
Connor O. (Civil Engineering ’24)
About Clarkson
Clarkson is a private, national research university in upstate New York known for giving students a great return on their investment. Our 4,800+ students come from 42 states and 61 countries to gain the tools to be a problem-solver, innovate real-world solutions and become the leaders of tomorrow.
We offer more than 90 rigorous programs of study in engineering, the sciences, business and the health professions. By igniting connections across disciplines, industries and cultures in a cutting-edge, technological environment, our students and scholars solve real-world problems and build a professional network that’s ready for today’s forward-thinking economy. Hands-on research, personalized advising and experiential learning are at the center of the Clarkson experience.
Clarkson competes with other top universities near Maryland, such as University of Maryland, Loyola University, Frostburg State University and McDaniel College
- Class of 2023 four-year degree graduates report starting salaries upward of $100,000 with an average starting salary of $71,735
- 98% of students have a career in their chosen field within 6 months after graduation
- 100% of students complete a professional experience through an internship, research project or co-op
- 13 competitive SPEED Teams
- 19,000+ jobs posted in Clarkson’s student portal
- 250+ campus clubs and organizations
- 640+ acres of wooded and waterfront campus for exploring, plus 46 Adirondack high peaks nearby to climb and ski
- 1 in 5 of Clarkson’s 40,000+ alumni is already a CEO, senior executive or owner of a company
Connor’s Decision Makers
“Clarkson has provided me with excellent academic preparation for my career. Choosing Clarkson helped me to escape my comfort zone in Maryland and develop the professional and social skills I’ll need to succeed.”
“I was looking for a smaller school with a strong engineering program, so when I discovered Clarkson, I knew the university and campus size would be a perfect fit for me.”
“Clarkson’s personal academic advising helped me feel confident that I would be able to follow my interest and figure out which major I wanted to go for.”
Considering Clarkson from Maryland?
Clarkson offers a $1000 Clarkson Visit Scholarship to any student who has an official undergraduate admissions visit to our Potsdam campus by no later than December 1 for Early Decision and February 1 for Regular Decision of the senior year of high school. Like most Clarkson scholarships, this award is renewable each year for four years for a total of $4,000.
Discover Clarkson’s Campus
Clarkson’s community and campus settings enhance the quality of student life and afford students access to and interaction with their faculty. We believe that our students’ education is greatly enriched by a personal and friendly learning environment, within a small, residential, nationally recognized University.
If you are interested in learning more, have questions or are ready to apply, contact your Admission Counselor:
Adam Jaquish
Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions
Email: ajaquish@clarkson.edu