Clarkson College

Clarkson College is a private nonprofit four-year institution located in Omaha, Nebraska, in a large city setting. The college specializes in health sciences education, offering programs in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Family Practice Nurse/Nursing, Adult Health Nurse/Nursing, Nursing Administration, Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist, Physical Therapy Assistant, Health/Health Care Administration/Management, and Health Information/Medical Records Administration. Programs span associate's degrees, bachelor's degrees, and certificates.

Clarkson College enrolls 1,383 students (IPEDS 2023) and maintains a completion rate of 75% (IPEDS 2023) with a retention rate of 77% (IPEDS 2023). The college holds an overall quality score of 63.17 out of 100. As a nonprofit institution, Clarkson College operates with a mission-driven focus on health sciences education rather than shareholder returns.

The breadth of health-related programs at Clarkson College makes it a concentrated hub for healthcare career preparation in the Omaha area. From entry-level associate's degrees in nursing and physical therapy assistance to bachelor's-level programs in nursing specialties and health administration, the college provides multiple credential pathways. Students seeking careers in radiation therapy, health information management, or clinical nursing will find dedicated programs with clear professional outcomes.