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Take a closer look at our stats, accolades and facts that reflect why Clarkson delivers a great return on education; how our mission, vision, values and plans for the future honor our history; the university leaders who bring perspective and expertise to our boundary-spanning education; and our appreciation of a global community that compels us to engage in solutions and innovative technologies to create real wealth for society.

Health Sciences immerse students in the hands-on study of human physiology, movement and healing.

Through more than 50 rigorous programs of study in engineering, business, science, health, environmental studies and liberal arts, we offer pre-collegiate, undergraduate, graduate and professional education programs. Find out more about our faculty and academic departments, explore majors and minors, see how we couple research discovery and engineering innovation with enterprise, and connect to people, library resources and services that underpin the Clarkson experience.

The Class of 2014 has some fun at orientation!

Wanted: Competitive collaborators, thinkers, doers, dreamers and believers who want to go beyond the status quo and join teams creating what’s next. The Clarkson experience is designed for talented and ambitious students who want a hands-on and global ready education. The results lead to accelerated career opportunities, rewarding and creative personal lives, and deep lifetime connections. Are you ready? Meet our admissions team and explore your options.

Theme Housing connects people with like interests, such as WISE Women in Science & Engineering.

Clarkson is a great place to learn, live and work. Follow what is happening in residence life; our clubs and organizations; connections to employers and alumni; ROTC and service organizations; international and cooperative education experiences; student services and personal advising; health and wellness; campus safety and regulations; and ways for families to stay involved.

Our University photographer dons scuba gear to take the Swim Team's picture!

Go Golden Knights! Join in Clarkson’s competitive tradition through 19 men's and women's varsity teams, along with numerous intramural and club sports and a wide variety of fitness classes and organized outdoor activities. More than 80 percent of Clarkson students join intramural teams competing in soccer, football, broomball, 3-on-3 basketball, 5-on-5 basketball, ice hockey, volleyball and indoor soccer. Check on schedules, scores, rosters, hours of operations, traditions and more.

Lou Dobbs Tonight visits campus to film Michael Nyberg '07 and his Larvasonic Invention.

Get publicity for your story or check out our news releases, Clarkson news clips, social media conversations, photo galleries and extensive calendar of on and off campus events, meetings, symposia, sports and more. See why at Clarkson we are the place and time to defy convention by continually asking “What’s next?” The answers can come from anywhere—undergraduates, graduate students, faculty, staff and alumni—and we expect (and respect) the unexpected.

Seminars

Pre-Health Science Seminars Keep Students Informed

Pre-Health students are encouraged to attend seminars at Clarkson provided by health care professionals. These seminars cover a wide variety of topics, ranging from 'what it takes to gain admission to medical school' to opportunities for scholarships to help pay for your education. Examples of seminars from 2009-2010 are listed below:

Information About a Career as a Physician Assistant. Richard Edwards, physician assistant, Potsdam, NY September 10, 2009

What is Osteopathic Medicine? Ashley Pence, Sophomore Medical Student at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine and Clarkson 2008 graduate, September 27, 2009

Rural Medicine at SUNY Upstate Medical University. Peter Beatty, Associate Director of RMED Program at SUNY Upstate medical University, October 26, 2009

What can I Expect During Medical School? Michael Gumuka, current medical student at SUNY Upstate & Clarkson graduate, November 16, 2009

Is a Career in Orthopedic Medicine Right for Me? Dr. Donald Henline, orthopedic surgeon, Potsdam, NY, November 11, 2009

Everything You Need to Know About Medical School Admissions. John Wasenko, MD, member of the Admissions Committee at Upstate Medical University, Clarkson graduate, February 26, 2010

"Clarkson is a technically oriented school with a well deserved reputation for excellence in the physical sciences. A degree from Clarkson has enabled me to continue my studies in a field which requires you to keep up on the latest research and newest advances to better accommodate the needs of the patient."

— Dr. Patrick B. Smith '93
SUNY Buffalo Dental School