Clark University
Private college · Worcester, MA · 2,214 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
40%
Selective
SAT (middle 50%)
1288–1460
ACT (middle 50%)
30–33
Average net price
$29,446
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$72,489
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
77%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Clark University?
Clark University accepts about 40 of every 100 applicants (40%), which makes it selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1288 and 1460 on the SAT. A score at or above 1460 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1288, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 30–33.
The latest federal data says Clark University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Clark University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Clark University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $72,489 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $29,446 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $61,140 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$61,140
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$61,140
- Room & board$13,700
- Total cost of attendance$72,489
- Average net price after grants$29,446
Popular majors
Social Sciences, Psychology, Biology, Business, Visual & Performing Arts.
Clark University FAQ
- What is Clark University's acceptance rate?
- 40% — selective.
- What SAT score do you need for Clark University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1288–1460. Aim for 1460 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Clark University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 30–33.
- Is Clark University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Clark University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Clark University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Clark University cost?
- About $72,489 a year before aid; $29,446 on average after grants.
- What is Clark University's FAFSA school code?
- 002139. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Clark University receives your information.
- What is Clark University's graduation rate?
- 77% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Clark University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandeis UniversityWaltham, MA | 41% | 1390–1520 | $30,606 | 81% |
| The New England Conservatory of MusicBoston, MA | 41% | — | $50,840 | 74% |
| Mount Holyoke CollegeSouth Hadley, MA | 36% | 1380–1530 | $30,861 | 82% |
| Berklee College of MusicBoston, MA | 44% | — | $47,587 | 73% |
| Bentley UniversityWaltham, MA | 45% | 1280–1430 | $38,969 | 88% |
| Emerson CollegeBoston, MA | 51% | 1270–1420 | $49,215 | 80% |