Clark

Clark University is a private research university located in Worcester, Massachusetts. Founded in 1887 by Jonas Gilman Clark as one of the first all-graduate research institutions in the United States, it now offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs with a strong emphasis on research, liberal arts, and experiential learning. The university is known for its small, close-knit community, strong faculty-student collaboration, and notable contributions to fields such as psychology, geography, and environmental science. Clark's urban campus sits in the Main South neighborhood of Worcester and includes academic buildings, residence halls, libraries, and research facilities. Classified as an R2 research university, Clark enrolls around 3,400 students from across the United States and around the world, and maintains a reputation for innovation, social justice, and community engagement.