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Clark University

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Overview

Clark University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Worcester, Massachusetts, United States. Founded in 1887, Clark University (CU) is a coeducational institution and is officially accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education. CU provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees across several fields of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. This 139-year-old US higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate is 40-49%. This places it among an averagely selective. International applicants are eligible to apply. CU also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Clark University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Clark University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Clark University' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Clark University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateaveragely selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym CU
Founded 1887
Motto Challenge Convention, Change Our World
Let there be light
Colours Red and white
Mascot Cougar

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Location

Address 950 Main Street
Worcester
01610-1477 Massachusetts
United States
Clark University's location map and satellite view Location Map
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Clark University Phone Number (508) 793 7711
Clark University Fax Number (508) 793 8821
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Clark University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: New England Commission of Higher Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1929


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Clark University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • American Chemical Society
  • American Psychological Association, Commission on Accreditation
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Clark University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Clark University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Clark University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Clark University's academic range and degree level offering.



Clark University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes
L&C Yes Yes Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes
S&T Yes Yes Yes
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Programs and Courses

Clark University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Clark University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Clark University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Clark University.



Clark University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro) 45,000-49,999 US$ (41,010-45,570 Euro)
International
students		 over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro) 45,000-49,999 US$ (41,010-45,570 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Clark University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Clark University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Clark University Admission Info


Clark University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Clark University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Clark University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Clark University has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Clark University's acceptance rate ranges from 40 to 49%, making it an averagely selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is required
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Clark University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
Clark University has more than 800 international students.


Clark University's Admission Office Admission Office

950 Main Street
Worcester 01610-1477
(508) 793 7431
800 462 5275

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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Clark University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Clark University Size and Profile


Clark University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Clark University has a student enrollment ranging from 3,000 to 3,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Clark University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Clark University's academic staff ranges from 200 to 299 members.


Clark University's Control Type Control Type

Clark University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


Clark University's Entity Type Entity Type

Clark University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Clark University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Clark University's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Clark University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Clark University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Clark University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

This institution has a high percentage of disabled students making it particularly disability-friendly.


Clark University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Clark University Facilities


Clark University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Clark University's Library
Clark University's library has 2 branches. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 381,529 physical volumes, 6,493 physical media, 236,596 digital/electronic media and 155 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 21 full-time employees, including 10 librarians. Clark University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Clark University's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, Clark University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 1,633 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Clark University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Clark University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Clark University Services


Clark University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Clark University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Clark University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes
In particular, this institution offers some programs via distance education at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.


Clark University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Clark University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Clark University Organisational Structure

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form to submit a list of Clark University's official first-level academic divisions.


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Memberships and Affiliations

Clark University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Clark University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Colleges of Worcester Consortium
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


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Free Online Courses

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clark University public or private?

Clark University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is Clark University profit or non-profit?

Clark University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Clark University in terms of enrollment?

Clark University has a student enrollment ranging from 3,000 to 3,999, making it a small-sized institution.

What is the size of Clark University in terms of academic staff?

Clark University's academic staff ranges from 200 to 299 members.

Is Clark University a coeducational institution?

Clark University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Clark University use?

Clark University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Clark University affiliated with?

None.

Does Clark University admit international students?

Yes. Clark University has more than 800 international students.

What is Clark University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Clark University's acceptance rate ranges from 40 to 49%, making it an averagely selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Clark University CU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro). International students: over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Clark University CU located?

Clark University is located in Worcester, Massachusetts, United States. Address: 950 Main Street.

Is Clark University CU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Clark University is accredited by New England Commission of Higher Education (since 1929).

Does Clark University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Clark University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Clark University have a university library?

Yes Clark University's library has 2 branches. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 381,529 physical volumes, 6,493 physical media, 236,596 digital/electronic media and 155 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 21 full-time employees, including 10 librarians. Clark University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Does Clark University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes In particular, Clark University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 1,633 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Does Clark University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Clark University offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Clark University offer career services?

Yes

Does Clark University offer distance learning?

Yes In particular, this institution offers some programs via distance education at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Does Clark University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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