Overview
Enrollment
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | Worcester, Massachusetts |
| Online | clarku.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Worcester, Massachusetts, Clark University is a mid-size four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 8,151 prospective students applied, and 3,915 were granted admission. Of those admitted 505 enrolled in the school. 3,165 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 185 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $49,950 plus fees of $352. Clark University is ranked 170 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Outcomes
Value
Clark University is rated within the top 28% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 8 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Clark University within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#170 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#130 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#17 in Best Colleges in Massachusetts
#16 in Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts
#250 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#17 in Best Value Colleges in Massachusetts
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1218/1403 |
| ACT | 27/30 |
| GPA | 3.69 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 15, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $60 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $800 |
| Other Fees | $352 |
| Room and Board | $10,150 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $950 |
| Total One Year Cost | $62,202 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 27% |
| Psychology | 17% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 8% |
| Biology | 7% |
| Communication | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=165334 IPEDS survey data for Clark University.
Current students may use the Clark University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.