Clarkson University

Clarkson University is a private nonprofit four-year institution in Potsdam, NY. The university enrolls 4,048 students (IPEDS 2023) and offers a diverse mix of professional programs spanning engineering, healthcare, and digital media.

Clarkson's professional programs include Engineering/Industrial Management at both the associate's and bachelor's levels, Health/Health Care Administration/Management, Physician Associate/Assistant, and Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects. This range of offerings bridges technical and healthcare disciplines under one institution.

With a completion rate of 74% and a retention rate of 85% (IPEDS 2023), Clarkson University maintains solid student outcomes. The university holds a quality score of 65.33 out of 100 and provides students in northern New York with access to specialized professional training in growing career fields.