Clark University

Clark University Early Decision Results Release Date 2021

Clark University will release their Early Decision results on Wednesday December 15th. Share results and connect with other early applicants in the Clark University Community discussion.

Good luck to all early applicants!

Clark University Overview

Clark University is a private, nonprofit school in an urban setting in Worcester, Massachusetts. Clark University was founded in 1887 and now enrolls around 3,425 students a year, including 2,241 undergrads. Clark University offers housing for students.

There are many ways for students to get involved at Clark University! Love music or performing? Join a campus band, sing in a chorus, or perform with one of Clark University's theater groups.

Interested in journalism or communications? Clark University students can write for the campus newspaper, host a radio show or be a producer for the student-run television channel.

There are no fraternities or sororities at Clark University, so it might be a good choice if you're not interested in Greek life.

Planning to play sports? Clark University has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at Clark University on the Student Life page.

Learn more about life at Clark University on the Student Life page.

Mark your calendar! The final application deadline for Fall 2022 is January 15. Regular decision applicants for Fall 2022 should hear from Clark University by March 20.

Is Clark University a Good School?

Different people have different ideas about what makes a "good" school. Admissions difficulty and admitted student statistics can give you a sense of how selective a college is, but they don't tell you how happy or successful students are. However, there are a few good ways to get a better sense how satisfied students are and how well a school supports its student body.

Let's take a closer look at to get a better idea of what Clark University offers and if it could be the right college for you.

2021 Acceptance Rate for Clark University

It is moderately difficult to get into Clark University. Around 47% of applicants get into Clark University each year. Last year, 7,153 students applied to Clark University and 3,371 were admitted.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Clark University

Retention is the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. This is a way to get a sense of how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

About 87% of students who start at Clark University return for their second year of college. Around 75% of students who started at Clark University earn their Bachelor's degrees within six years. Compare this to the average six-year graduation rate for colleges and universities in the U.S., which is around 61% for public schools and 67% for private.

Job Outlook Clark University Graduates

Job placement rates after graduation and average starting salaries can all give important clues about the value of a degree from a specific school. Within six months of graduating, 42% of graduates receive at least one full-time job offer.

Recent Clark University grads have an average starting salary of $42,314 a year. The average starting salary for all 2021 graduates was around $60,000 a year, though these numbers vary widely by major.

Clark University's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and support students. Clark University's endowment was valued at $410 million in 2021, compared to a national average of $905 million. For each full-time student, Clark University spends about $13,548 a year.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Clark University

Cost is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need. Clark University meets 88% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. First-year students that attend Clark University full-time are awarded $35,921 a year in financial aid, on average.

Students in the class of 2021 who had taken out student loans graduated with an average of $37,846 of debt. For context, compare this number with the average national debt, which is around $36,000 per borrower.

The 2022-2023 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2021

Some aid is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA as soon as you can. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! You should never have to pay to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), so don't give your money (or info!) to any website that claim you do.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at Clark University. Based on this information, how does Clark University sound? Remember, the best school for one person may not be the right school for another! So ask yourself: Is Clark University a good school for you?

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Where is Clark University Located?

Clark University is located in the urban setting of Worcester, Massachusetts, less than an hour from Boston.

If you want to see Clark University for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 290 to Worcester, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Worcester Regional.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Clark University and Worcester are like without leaving home.

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