B
Good
Score: 64/100

Clark University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Worcester, Massachusetts 01610
🌐 www.clarku.edu/
Outcomes
A
85/100
Affordability
F
17/100
Resources
B+
76/100
Experience
A
88/100
Prestige
C+
57/100

Quick Stats

4,124
Total Enrollment
77%
Graduation Rate
88%
Retention Rate
9.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
42%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Clark University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $383,145
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,128/mo — vs ~$767/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 01608 (8.0% cap, Worcester)

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🏆 Where Clark University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#4
Community Organization and Advocacy
of 19 schools
#10
Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects
of 68 schools
#10
Geography and Environmental Studies
of 16 schools
#11
Information Technology Project Management
of 29 schools
#12
Informatics
of 24 schools
#12
Social Sciences, Other
of 22 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $54,760 $54,760
Room $6,900
Board $4,790
Total Cost (On-Campus) $68,700 $68,700

Financial Aid

98%
Receive Any Aid
22%
Receive Pell Grants
56%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

4,124
Total Students
53%
Women
95%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 43%
Hispanic 8%
Black 4%
Asian 5%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 35%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 84%
Hybrid (Some Online) 16%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 95%
25-64 (Adult) 1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Clark University?
Clark University has an acceptance rate of 42%. This makes it a moderately selective institution with competitive admission standards.
How much does it cost to attend Clark University?
Tuition at Clark University is $54,760 for in-state students and $54,760 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Clark University?
The graduation rate at Clark University is 77%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Clark University a good school?
Clark University has a Repit College Score of 64/100 (Grade: B). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C+): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Clark University?
Clark University has a total enrollment of 4,124 students. Most students (95%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology