Steps to Apply
The Clarkson School Admissions Committee requires each applicant to make the following a part of his or her admission folder.
Application
Type all the information requested in the online Application
for Admission to The Clarkson School. Then click SUBMIT.
Essay
As explained on the application form, applicants should
enter a 150-300 word essay in the form of a personal statement.
Application Fee
The nonrefundable application fee of $50.00 should follow
your application. Checks and money orders should be made
payable to The Clarkson School. Application fee waivers
are accepted; see your high school guidance counselor.
Students who interview with the Director of Admission will receive a fee-waived voucher for their application to The Clarkson School.
Interview
All potential Clarkson School students are encouraged to
visit the campus for an interview with School personnel.
It is strongly recommended that a parent or guardian
accompany
an applicant for the interview. An interview, tour of campus
and classroom visit may be arranged by calling The Clarkson
School Office at 1-800-574-4425.
Secondary School Report Form
As an applicant, you should talk over your interest in The
Clarkson School with your school guidance or college counselor.
Your principal, head of school, or counselor should complete
the Secondary School Report and return it with an official
transcript of your secondary school coursework to date including
PSAT, PLAN, SAT, or ACT scores. These forms may be filled
out by your Counselor online at the guidance counselor section
of the application page.
Transcript
The transcript of your secondary school work should be sent
directly from the school's office. Admission to The Clarkson
School is always conditional on the outcome of your final
grades for the year, so an end-of-year transcript must be
sent when available.
Test Scores
If your PSAT, PLAN, SAT or ACT scores are not reflected
on your secondary school transcript, you should arrange
to have them sent to us.
Recommendations
In addition to the recommendation on the secondary school
report, you should arrange to have at least two (2)
other recommendations sent from science or math teachers, or
others who could speak to your academic and personal
readiness for a program such as this. Recommendation forms for their
use are included. You should complete the top portion
of the two-page form before giving it to the individual. It
is often appropriate to provide a stamped envelope as
well.
Recommendations should be sent directly to the Director
of Admission and are considered confidential.
Parents and guardians are encouraged to write a letter
of support, as well. These letters
are optional
but offer a uniquely personal perspective of the applicant.
These forms may be filled out by your recommender online
at the recommendation form section of the application page.
Deadlines
The Clarkson School operates on an admission plan that accepts
students in several cycles throughout the year. The deadline
for application submission is July 1.
Any additional application materials should be sent to:
Director of Admission
The Clarkson School
Clarkson University
PO Box 5650
Potsdam, NY 13699-5650
U.S. Citizens and permanent residents wishing to be considered for financial aid must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), available in high school guidance offices. The Financial Aid Form is processed through the Federal Student Aid Programs.
Note: Students pursuing their high school diploma are not eligible for Federal grants and loans. They are, however, eligible for Clarkson School merit and need-based aid.
Foreign students should submit the College Scholarship Service Foreign Student Certification of Finances available from The Clarkson School Office.
Please feel free to contact The Clarkson School at any time during your application process with any questions, concerns, requests, or comments you might have at 315-268-4425, or toll free at 800-574-4425.
