Chances of getting into Clarkson University
Acceptance Rate
How hard is it to get into Clarkson and can I get accepted?
The acceptance rate at Clarkson is 78%. It ranks #109 in New York for lowest rate of acceptance. Clarkson University is an easy school to get into with a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission requirements. Last year, 4,834 out of 6,198 applicants were admitted.
The school has very high admission requirements for SAT and ACT scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 30 percent (SAT 1150/1350 ACT 24/30). Clarkson University typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.8. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 14% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.
The Clarkson application fee is $50 and applications are due by Jan 15.
Testing Requirements
You are required to submit admission test scores with your application. Clarkson University is not a test optional school. Note: Please consult the school directly to confirm the most up to date testing requirements.
Clarkson SAT Scores
SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | 560 |
| SAT Math 25th | 590 |
| SAT Composite 25th | 1150 |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | 660 |
| SAT Math 75th | 690 |
| SAT Composite 75th | 1350 |
| Average SAT Score | 1250
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SAT Scores you need to get in
What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to Clarkson University?
Clarkson University typically prefers applicants to be in the top 32 percent of SAT test takers. The school consistently takes SAT composite scores down to 1150 on a 1600 scale, below which admission should be considered a reach. We estimate some students could be accepted with SAT's as low as 1050. The average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1250 out of 1600. Clarkson ranks #26 in New York and #169 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score. A competitive SAT score is critical as 88 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school.
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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2020 starting classEstimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
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Clarkson ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 25th | 22 |
| ACT Math 25th | 25 |
| ACT Composite 25th | 24 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 75th | 29 |
| ACT Math 75th | 30 |
| ACT Composite 75th | 30 |
| Average ACT Score | 27
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ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into Clarkson?
Admission data indicates that Clarkson regularly accepts students with ACT's of 24 and above. Successful applicants typically send ACT scores in the top 27 percent nationally. We estimate the school accepting minimum ACT composite scores around 21 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 27 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 30 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #27 in New York and #189 in the U.S. for highest average ACT composite score. 30 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Clarkson University.
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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2020 starting classEstimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
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Clarkson GPA
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
What GPA do you need to get into Clarkson University?
Applicants require exceptionally good grades to get into Clarkson. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at Clarkson University was 3.8 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily A- students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #11 in New York for highest average GPA. If your high school grades are above the average 3.8 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Clarkson accepts 78% of all applicants.
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GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2021
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High School Class Rank
71% of Clarkson University freshman were in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class.
| High School Class Rank | Freshmen Within Range |
|---|---|
| Top 10% of class | 37% |
| Top 25% of class | 71% |
| Top 50% of class | 95% |
Applying
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 2,582 | 3,616 | 6,198 |
| Accepted | 1,953 | 2,881 | 4,834 |
| Acceptance Rate | 76% | 80% | 78% |
| Enrolled | 228 | 463 | 691 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 12% | 16% | 14% |
Fall 2022 Application Deadline
Applications were Due
Days left to Apply
The application deadline for Fall 2022 has passed. Applications were due on Jan 15, 2023.
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to Clarkson University is $50.
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Clarkson University and what student information is used for admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Required |
| High School GPA | Required |
| High School Class Rank | Required |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Recommended |
| Recommendations | Required |
| Demonstration of Competencies | Neither required nor recommended |
Credits Accepted
| AP Credit | Yes |
| Dual Credit | Yes |
| Credit for Life Experiences | No |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=190044 IPEDS survey data for Clarkson University.
FAQs
Does Clarkson University prefer SAT or ACT?
88% of students submit their SAT scores to Clarkson. 30% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
What is my chance of getting into Clarkson University?
78% of those who apply are granted admission to Clarkson. Admission competition is and the college has very high admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
What SAT score is required for Clarkson University?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1150 and 1350. 88% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
What ACT score is required for Clarkson University?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 24 and 30. 30% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.