Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering at Clarkson University

Clarkson University

United States of America, Potsdam

University Rank:#951

Study Mechanical Engineering at Clarkson University, a Bachelor degree offered at its main campus in Potsdam , United States of America. This Full Time program is delivered on campus in English and takes approximately 4 years to complete. Students benefit from a structured learning experience designed to build both theoretical knowledge and practical experience. The next intake is scheduled for August 28, 2027.

About Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical engineers make an impact in almost every aspect of modern society due to the vital roles they play in the design and production of material goods.

In Clarkson's mechanical engineering undergraduate bachelor's degree program, we offer areas of study in machine design, robotics, manufacturing processes, thermodynamics, fluid flow, composite materials and much more. You can study anything from biomechanics and assistive technologies for people with disabilities to automation and robotics systems. You can even learn about the design of ships, submarines, aircraft and spacecraft.

As a graduate of the mechanical engineering major, you will leave Clarkson with the ability to apply principles of engineering, science, and mathematics (including multivariate calculus and differential equations) to model, analyze, design and realize physical systems. Clarkson prepares you for a successful career in mechanical engineering.

Contact the MAE Dept.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering at Clarkson University

Entry Requirements

We understand that some schools are using the pass/fail grading system. When reviewing applications, our admissions team is reading your application holistically. We look at course load, course type, letters of recommendation, and all four years of high school to gain a better academic picture of the applicant. Pass/fail will not negatively impact your application to Clarkson!

English Requirements

PTEMin 56
IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 80

Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering

According to PayScale, the average mechanical engineer salary is currently over $70,000 per year. A bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from Clarkson starts graduates out strong - 2019 graduates had an average starting salary of over $65,400, with the highest starting salary coming in at $87,500.

Entry-level positions for a mechanical engineering career can be in areas such as:

robotics
technical sales
mechanical engineering
project engineering
process engineering
advanced manufacturing

By applying the larger problem-solving skill sets developed at Clarkson, alumni go on to leadership positions across many different industry sectors. Companies such as Amphenol Aerospace, Apple, BAE Systems, BorgWarner, Eaton, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, General Dynamics, GlobalFoundries, Lockheed Martin, Moog, NASA, Naval Nuclear Lab, Northrup Grumman, Raytheon Missile Systems, Saint-Gobain, SpaceX, Tesla and Toyota have recently recruited our mechanical engineering majors.

Many mechanical engineering majors also choose to continue their studies at graduate schools, with graduates attending Georgia Institute of Technology, Michigan State University, Northwestern University, Pennsylvania State University, University of Michigan, University of Virginia, and Clarkson's own M.S. and Ph.D. programs in Mechanical Engineering.

Mechanical engineering undergraduate student Gabriella Broga talks about how supportive she has found Clarkson to be and how that has translated into her success academically and beyond.

Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering at Clarkson University

How to Apply for Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering at Clarkson University

Step One

Complete ONE of the applications listed below:

Clarkson University Freshman Application (online)
Common Application (online)

Step Two

These application instructions are for non-U.S. citizens applying for first-year enrollment at Clarkson. If you have already earned some university credit, you should apply as a transfer student. To review your application, we need to receive all of the following materials and information according to Clarkson’s admission dates and deadlines:

Clarkson University Freshman Application or Common App
Official secondary school transcript, mark sheets, or national exam scores.
Two letters of recommendation.
Test Optional-Official SAT/ACT scores, if submitted the scores will be taken into consideration during the admissions process.
- Clarkson SAT code: 2084
- Clarkson ACT code: 2698
Official English proficiency test scores. Here is the link for countries with English testing waivers. Acceptable tests and minimum scores are:
- TOEFL, 80
- IELTS, 6.5
- Duolingo English Test, 105
- PTE, 56

Step Three

Applicants for admission who are not U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent residents (green card holders) are likely to need to secure a student visa. (Students on certain visas may not require a student visa; please refer to the Student and Exchange Visitor Program document Who Can Study?)

For issuance of an I-20, students must show proof of financial support. There are two ways to show proof of finances:

Complete and return the Certificate of Finance Form included in our application packet or downloadable from our Web site. On this form you will need to show specific amounts of support and the sources of the support. You will also need to include the signatures of any sponsors or your parents, in addition to a signature from a bank official; or
Provide a certified letter from your sponsor indicating the amount of support available for each year along with a supporting letter from a bank official.

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering at Clarkson University

Clarkson University

United States of America, Potsdam