The best way you can decide if Clarkson is the place for you is to meet us.

We are excited to be able to welcome future students to campus. Take a look at all our options below for visiting, events, touring our campus, and connecting with our Clarkson community members, and review our Safety & Travel Information below. Our office remains committed to connecting with future students as they explore all that Clarkson University offers, all while ensuring the safety of everyone.   

AT THIS TIME WE ARE ONLY ABLE TO WELCOME GUESTS FOR ON-CAMPUS VISITS WHO ARE TRAVELING TO CLARKSON FROM WITHIN NEW YORK STATE. The adjacent states of New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Vermont and Pennsylvania are currently exempt from NYS travel advisories for the purposes of essential travel. However, in accordance with state and local guidance, Clarkson has determined that campus visits are not essential and therefore travel to and from these states should be avoided.
 
Additionally:

  • Please be aware of the travel advisories currently in place for New York State and residents who have spent more than 24 hours in a non-contiguous state or CDC Level 2 or level 3 country. 
  • We are not allowing visitors from counties with identified Red Zones in NY counties. Please check the https://forward.ny.gov/ page to be certain your county is not on the list.

Everyone who tours campus is held to the same health and safety standards that have been established for the University community. We have worked closely with our faculty experts and local public health officials to meet and/or exceed all New York State guidelines during COVID-19. State and campus requirements are subject to change, so please be sure to check back regularly for our most up-to-date visitor information.

Visit, Event & Tour Options

In Person: Interviews and Campus Tours

We are very excited to start offering in-person interviews and tours again! There is no better way to get to know campus than by coming to experience it yourself. You can:

  • Request an Admission Interview
  • Register for a personalized campus tour led by one of our student tour guides
  • Lead your own on-campus tour by using our virtual campus map and stopping at the locations of your choice.

Schedule your in-person interview and/or tour

Virtual: Interviews, Campus Tours, Meeting with a Clarkson Community Member

If you are unable to come to campus, we still have great options for you.

  • Register for a Virtual Admission Interview
  • Sign up for a virtual guided campus tour with a Clarkson tour guide narrating live to answer your questions
  • Personalize your experience with a self-guided tour that can be accessed from anywhere, including on campus.
  • Meet with a Professor, Coach, or other members of the Clarkson community  

Schedule your virtual interview, tour and/or meeting

Live Virtual Information Sessions

We invite you to join us for our series of Virtual Information Sessions, taking place each week. During each of these sessions, a member of our Admissions team will give a brief presentation about Clarkson, along with the admissions and financial aid process. Then, we will highlight a different department or topic each week, such as the Career Center, Student Success Center, SPEED Teams (engineering design project teams), Student Life and more!  All sessions will have current students, along with department faculty/staff, and you will have the chance to ask any questions you may have.  

View weekly topics & register for info sessions

Open Houses & Visit Days

Come to campus during one of our Open Houses or Visit Days to meet faculty, staff and students from all majors, programs and interests. These are a full day of immersion into the Clarkson experience, where you'll be able to learn more about: majors, minors and specialty programs; student life, clubs and organizations; study abroad and career experiences; the admissions and financial aid processes; and our beautiful 640+ acre campus and surrounding North Country community. 

We typically offer several major events per year - Summer Visit Days in late June and mid-August; Fall Open Housessometime between end of September and early November; and Spring Open Houses (for Clarkson School and Transfer) and Accepted Students Days (by invitation only) in late March and/or early April. 

Register Now for one of our Fall Open Houses

High School Visits & College Fairs

Our undergraduate admissions staff represents Clarkson at high schools and college fairs across the country. Find your counselor and find out where they'll be next, virtually and in-person. 

Find Your Counselor

Overnight Hosting

Once you've applied and have been accepted to Clarkson, you'll also have the opportunity to stay overnight with one of our current students to get the full college experience. 

Requests for Overnight Housing will begin in Spring 2021

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Safety & Travel Information

Safety Measures for Prospective Students & Families

The safety of our students, faculty, staff, and local community remains our top priority. We will be following all procedures and guidelines put in place by our campus planning teams, local public health officials, and New York State. At this time, the following measures are in place as requirements for all campus visitors:

  • All admissions visitors must pre-register for an appointment with our office, and there will be a limited number of visitors allowed on campus at one time. As a result, we encourage you to register for your campus visit as soon as possible. Prospective students may bring a maximum of two guests to campus to attend an interview and in-person tour. Residence halls will not be part of the tour.
  • Walk-ins will not be allowed. Late arrivals may need to wait for the next available appointment or reschedule. Late arrivals may need to wait for the next available appointment or reschedule. Please call 315-268-4425 if you anticipate a late arrival.  
  • All guests must complete the Visitor Screening the same day as visit (will be provided to you in advance).
  • Upon arrival, please call 315-268-4425 to check-in with our office. Please wait in your vehicle. We will notify you when it is time to enter The Clarkson School office.
  • Upon arrival, visitors must have their temperature taken. Any individual with a temperature exceeding 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit will not be able to participate in the tour, and will not be allowed entry into any campus buildings. 
  • All prospective students and those in their party must wear a mask or face covering that covers the nose and mouth at all times, and follow social distancing guidelines. Admissions personnel and tour guides will be doing the same. Other personal hygiene practices will also be observed, such as washing hands or using hand sanitizer regularly. Interviews and tours will follow social distancing guidelines, in addition to wearing  a mask. Failure to comply will result in the end of the visit and families will be asked to leave.
  • Only one family unit is allowed per campus tour. Masks must be worn at all times and traffic patterns must be observed. For the safety of our residential students, no residence halls will be entered during the tour.
  • Please be aware of the travel advisories currently in place for New York State. Individuals that have spent more than 24 hours in one of the "Restricted States" or have been abroad must observe the NYS quarantine guidelines before visiting our campus. 
Getting to and Around Campus

All of our undergraduate programs are housed at our main campus in Potsdam, New York, just outside the six million acre Adirondack Park and a short drive from two of Canada's most notable cities - Ottawa and Montreal. Whether you're coming by car, plane, or bus, here are directions to our campus.

Once you're on our campus, you may choose to utilize our campus map. Notable buildings for new guests include Holcroft House, our undergraduate admissions hub; the Student Center, our student life hub; and Cheel Campus Center, home to the Golden Knights Division I men's and women's ice hockey teams.

View our Interactive Virtual Campus Map

View our Potsdam Campus Printable PDF Map

Dining & Lodging

Potsdam, New York is the quintessential college town. Located on the banks of the beautiful Raquette River, its tree-lined streets and historic red sandstone buildings give a friendly feel to an array of modern stores and restaurants within walking distance of our campus.

From gluten-free bakeries, farm-to-table bistros and international cuisine restaurants, Potsdam is known in the region for its variety of culinary options. Overnight accommodations in the area include well-recognized chain hotels, quaint bed and breakfasts and family owned motels, as well as Clarkson's subsidiary hotel, the award-winning Clarkson Inn.

The following resources will give you all the information you need on dining, lodging, shopping and more in the Potsdam and North Country areas: