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Official website
www.clarku.eduUSAQS #5 World📊 Live dataCatalogue complete
Clark University
Clark University is a private research university located in Worcester, Massachusetts. Founded in 1887 by Jonas Gilman Clark, it is one of the oldest research universities in the United States and is known for its commitment to experiential learning, interdisciplinary research, and community engagement. The university offers undergraduate and graduate programs across a range of fields, with particular strengths in psychology, geography, environmental science, and international development. Clark maintains a close-knit academic community with small class sizes and strong faculty mentorship. Its urban campus in Worcester's Main South neighborhood provides students with access to New England's second-largest city while maintaining a compact, residential feel.
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Times Higher Education #9 · 2026Forbes #91 · 2026US News & World Report #92 · 2026QS World University Rankings #2026 · 2026US News & World Report #92 · 2025QS World University Rankings #286 · 2025
- Living Costs (estimated): $1,850
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Campus Vibe
Urban, located in Worcester, Massachusetts
SportyAcademicResidentialInternationally DiverseIntimate Community
10/10
Diversity
10/10
Academic Rigor
7/10
City safety (heuristic)
7/10
Social scene
Weather: Varies widely by state
Living costs: Research local rent and transport for your intake year
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Career Outcomes
50% placement rate
Popular fields
Computer SciencePsychologyData SciencePublic HealthBusiness Administration
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Student Life
2,500 students (1,500 international)
Campus: Urban, located in Worcester, Massachusetts
Location: Worcester, United States
Climate: Varies widely by state
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 65%
IELTS: Overall 7
When to apply: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school
Common mistakes to avoid
- Missing document certified translations where required
- Applying in the final round without buffer for visa timelines
- Ignoring conditional offers — respond before the deadline in the portal
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 7
💡Acceptance rate: 65%
💡Latest cutoff: GPA avg=3.68, p25=3.58, p75=4 (n=4)
💡Typical apply window for United States: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school