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ACCEPTANCE RATE

74.60%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

100%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

14:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

8

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$31,414

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Biology Degree

The biology program at Clarkson University prepares students for careers as laboratory technicians, scientific company sales representatives, animal technicians, greenhouse curators, environmental consultants, and more. The program focuses on the basic program of biology or the biological sciences. Program courses include: general biology, genetics, molecular ecology, and natural history and biodiversity. Get more details below including other New York colleges that offer biology degrees.

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Clarkson University

8 Clarkson Ave, Potsdam, NY

Clarkson University provides a variety of program options for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in Potsdam, NY and operated as a private institution. Enrollment at Clarkson University exceeds 3,300 yearly.

Students may choose from several areas of study, including but not limited to:

  • Engineering
  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Engineering Technology
  • Biological And Biomedical Sciences
  • Psychology

Students applying for admission are asked to submit an application, transcripts, standardized test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by admissions officials. An ACT or SAT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 1530 to 1840 on the SAT and within the range of 23 to 28 on the ACT is common among students admitted to this school. Clarkson University admits roughly 80% of students applying. Of those students accepted, about 23% attended the school. More information regarding admissions can be found at clarkson.edu.

The cost of tuition is approximately $40,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and as such students should use the school's cost calculator to identify their personalized cost estimate of attendance.  Housing is available for students and costs approximately $7,000 per year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements by way of grants or student loans.

The mascot for Clarkson University is the "Golden Knights", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through oversight by the NCAA. Sports available:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division III)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division III)
  • Golf (NCAA Division III)
  • Ice Hockey (NCAA Division III)

Contact information, admission forms, programs, and more can be viewed on school's website at clarkson.edu or by requesting information directly from our portal.

Students Enrolled in the Biology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Clarkson University offers a bachelor's degree program in biology.

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male6
Female24

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Black1
Hispanic1
White25
Multiple Races3

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Students who have completed the Biology program at Clarkson University, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:

Natural Sciences Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, statistics, and research and development in these fields.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, natural sciences managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 3.3% from 2014 to 2024

Molecular and Cellular Biologists

Description

Research and study cellular molecules and organelles to understand cell function and organization.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admissions information below may give an overview of the students Clarkson University accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To support students and graduates, Clarkson University may provide student services including:

  • Online course work available
  • Career path counseling
  • Employing students to lower education costs
  • Helping students find work after graduation

Intercollegiate Athletics

Clarkson University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Upstate Collegiate Athletic Association)
  • Basketball (Upstate Collegiate Athletic Association)
  • Golf
  • Ice Hockey
  • Lacrosse
  • Skiing
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming
  • Track and Field, X-Country
  • Volleyball
  • Other Sports