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Clark University

Clark University is a medium, private institution located in Worcester, ma. Founded in 1887, Clark University offers undergraduate degrees in 82 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Private
athletics Division 3
undergraduates 2,363 undergraduates
cost $52,352 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into Clark University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 50.3%
SAT score average 1373
ACT score average N/A
Average high school GPA 3.7
Application fee N/A
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Key deadlines

June
30
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November
01
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Clark University is known for one of its top majors: Applied Mathematics. Their student-faculty ratio is 9:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
9 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Mathematics and Statistics
Business and Management
Social Sciences and Psychology
Computer Science and Information Technology
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies
Arts, Design, and Humanities
Languages and Literature

Popular majors

Applied Mathematics
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Psychology, General
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Economics
Public Administration
Political Science and Government

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $52,352
Additional expenses
Room & board $11,164
Books & supplies $800
Other expenses $950
Cost of attendance* $65,266
Average financial aid package $42,659
Estimated cost $22,607 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $52,352
Additional expenses
Room & board $11,164
Books & supplies $800
Other expenses $950
Cost of attendance* $65,266
Average financial aid package $42,659
Estimated cost $22,607 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

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Student population

Who’s going to be there? Clark University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 2,363, with gender binary students split 41% male and 59% female.

Total enrollment

4,148

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
35%
African American %
3%
Hispanic American %
7%
Asian %
4%
Native American %
NA
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
2%
Unknown %
49%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At Clark University, students love their International Students Association, student athletes compete in Division 3 sports, and freshmen are required to live on campus.

Campus info

map 950 Main St, Worcester, MA 01610-1477
phone 508-793-7711
address www.clarku.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

International students association

Science fiction people of clark

Outing club

Hillel

Clark musical theater

clubs
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Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 3
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Clark University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Clark University?

Clark University is located in Worcester, ma.

What is the acceptance rate at Clark University? 

The acceptance rate for Clark University is 50%.

What’s the average GPA for Clark University?

The average high school GPA for Clark University students was 3.7.

How much does it cost for 4 years at Clark University?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at Clark University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $261,064.

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