EARLY COLLEGE PROGRAM
Start here. Go anywhere.
The Clarkson School A one-year residential early-college entrance program in which students replace their traditional senior year of high school with their freshman year of college.
LEARN MORE ABOUT US: @clarksonschool @clarksonschool @theclarksonschool
College Kick Start The Clarkson School is different from other early-college programs. Students who attend The Clarkson School (TCS) gain an academic advantage by taking college-level classes on campus with Clarkson University freshmen. This unique, experiential, learning environment positions students to learn through tangible, handson research projects with real-life applications. They also have the opportunity to gain real job experience through early internship opportunities, while benefitting from a reliable support network of student mentors, house advisors and staff to make the experience personally — and academically — fulfilling.
TOP TCS ADVANTAGES Being a part of The Clarkson School gives students advantages, opportunities and experiences rarely found together in an early college entrance program. These include being able to:
Complete the first year of college coursework during what would have been the senior year of high school and then either remaining at Clarkson to complete their undergraduate education or attending another institution. Immerse themselves fully in the college experience, including joining campus clubs, playing sports and participating in other activities.
Stand out when applying to other institutions to complete their college education after TCS and receive assistance from expert staff during the application process. Participate in unique opportunities such as handson research, project based learning, real job experience through internships, employer networking, innovation competitions, travel abroad and more.
Access incredible on-campus support, with a low student-toadvisor ratio and staff located in the same building as The Clarkson School residence hall.
1
“ I was ready to challenge myself academically, take more computer science courses and confirm that this is what I want my career to be.” — Amanda Horne, TCS’17 attending MIT
Join a tight-knit, diverse student body full of likeminded peers and friends for life.
clarkson.edu/tcs
CASE STUDY
The Best of Both Worlds An early college entrance program’s academics are only as good as its home institution’s academics. At TCS, students benefit from belonging to Clarkson University, a nationally ranked, top-tier research institution with a 14:1 student-faculty ratio and a focus on technology, innovation and sustainability.
The Seven Habits of Highly Successful College Students While First-Year Seminar is a required course for all Clarkson School students, Krissy Govertsen didn’t fully realize its impact until she transferred to the civil engineering major at Clarkson University. Now a senior with graduate school on the horizon, Govertsen still utilizes the seven habits — including good study habits and time management — daily. “To this day the habits act as reminders for me when I have to re-focus on what I need to achieve to get to my next goal,” says Govertsen. “The course taught us ways to achieve our life goals no matter how large or small they are.”
Clarkson offers over 50 undergraduate programs in areas like engineering, business, the environment, health professions, education, sciences and the arts. The popular University Studies program gives students who are undecided about their career path or major time to explore their options while completing their first year of coursework.
EDUCATION EXTRAS • TCS students take classes alongside Clarkson students and can access the same high-quality resources and opportunities, including the award-winning Career Center, highly utilized Student Success Center, top-notch University Libraries system, Innovation Hub and hands-on learning options like competitive engineering project teams and undergraduate research opportunities. • If research is of special interest, TCS students can also apply to the highly selective Honors Program, which starts with research in a variety of fields even before the start of the first year on campus and culminates in a thesis. • TCS students also travel globally. Through Clarkson’s Global Business Program class, students can travel abroad and learn how culture influences business. Past trips include those to Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand; Australia; Italy; Uganda and Kenya; Germany and the Czech Republic; Argentina and Chile; Belgium; China; and Croatia.
2
Areas of Study Clarkson School students take the same courses as Clarkson University freshmen and have over 50 fully accredited degree programs from which to choose. Although some students may decide to apply to another university while at The Clarkson School, the courses they take during their year at TCS will count as their first year of college classes.
School of Engineering Aeronautical Engineering Chemical Engineering Civil Engineering Computer Engineering Electrical Engineering Engineering & Management Engineering Studies* Environmental Engineering Mechanical Engineering Software Engineering (Interdisciplinary)
Institute for a Sustainable Environment Environmental Health Science Environmental Policy
School of Arts & Sciences
3
Applied Mathematics & Statistics Biology Biomolecular Science
Chemistry Communication Computer Science Data Science Digital Arts & Sciences History Humanities Interdisciplinary Liberal Studies* Interdisciplinary Social Sciences Mathematical Economics (Interdisciplinary) Mathematics Physics Political Science Psychology Science Studies* Social Documentation (double major in Communication & Media and Social Sciences or Humanities)
University Studies*†
School of Business Business Intelligence & Data Analytics (technology, management and operations)
Engineering & Management
(management, engineering, science and technology)
*For students who are still exploring their fields of interest †There is no degree associated with University Studies.
Financial Information & Analysis
(finance, accounting, technology and economics)
Global Supply Chain Management (operations, marketing, technology and economics)
“ TCS provided excellent academic, networking and research opportunities that would have otherwise be unavailable to me. The academics were also a lot more challenging, interesting and diverse. The professors have strong research backgrounds, and it shows in their teaching. They are very helpful and happy to address questions. Joining TCS is a decision I will never regret.” — Ashwin Ajit, TCS’20, Clarkson University ’22
Innovation & Entrepreneurship (marketing, management, technology and economics)
Mathematical Economics (Interdisciplinary) (mathematics, economics)
Pre-Professional Programs Pre-Dentistry Pre-Law Pre-Health Pre-Medical Pre-Occupational Therapy Pre-Optometry Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Physical Therapy Pre-Physician Assistant Pre-Teaching Pre-Veterinary
“ The Clarkson School was a perfect fit for me. It gave me an incredibly smooth transition from high school to college. The experience of becoming fully immersed in the rigor of academics at the college level, while being surrounded by the support system that is TCS is invaluable. My year in TCS is something that I am so grateful for.” — Katherine Wettengel, TCS’19, Clarkson University ’22
clarkson.edu/tcs
A Home Away from Home
Best piece of advice: “Take risks and learn from mistakes. Always wear a smile, and have a great sense of humor.”
For the students who attend The Clarkson School each year, learning happens everywhere, including in our “home”: Price Hall. Since TCS is residential, students immediately find themselves in a truly immersive experience with their fellow TCS students, who share their similar traits of intellectual curiosity, ambition and energy. Living and learning together has its advantages that work to bring students together and create lifelong connections, with: • A separate residence hall from Clarkson University students, with house advisors and staff nearby to help with anything and everything. • Our special Clarkson School mentorship program, where students who graduated from TCS serve as mentors for current students. • TCS-only events, from weekly “Family Dinners” to networking, professional development, academic, teambuilding, and leadership workshops and events. • Three annual TCS trips, chosen by the Clarkson School student body. TCS staff work right within the heart of Price Hall, making sure all students are well taken care of, staying on track and not just surviving, but thriving in their new home away from home.
Brenda Kozsan Title: Associate Head of The Clarkson School Hometown: Waddington, N.Y. College/degree: Clarkson University (B.S. in Marketing Research / M.B.A. with minor in Marketing) Favorite college subject: Business Communications and Marketing Book: “Bend in the Road” by Nicholas Sparks; the Harry Potter series Movie: “A Walk to Remember,” “The Notebook,” the Harry Potter movies TV Show: “Ghost Adventures” What I do at The Clarkson School: “My role is similar to an academic advisor. I teach First-Year Seminar, which gives me the opportunity to get to know students. I also meet individually with students who are planning to apply to colleges other than Clarkson and see them through the application process to make sure they put their best foot forward. I help students build their schedules and decide what courses to take in order to graduate from high school, if they are planning to return to their high schools for graduation ceremonies.
Business is a global industry: “I teach Global Business Programs. As part of the course, we take students to other countries during spring break. In March, we went to Berlin, Germany, as well as Rome and Florence in Italy. We visit businesses and focus on the cultural experience as well.” Early college opens doors: “The Clarkson School gives students an advantage when applying to other colleges because schools are looking for students who challenge themselves. Every Monday evening we hold personal and professional development workshops, covering topics such as resume building, cover letters, interviewing and preparing for the fall career fair. Students are required to complete four of these workshops; those who attend more receive a certificate of completion — a great way to show dedication to personal and professional development.” Family style dinners: “Once a month, staff and students have dinner together on campus. It’s a nice way to touch base and see how everyone’s doing. Early on, we invite faculty from departments housing the majors in which our students are interested so they can discuss majors, careers and which courses to take.”
4
Where Will You Go?
CASE STUDY
From Member to Mentor: FIRST Robotics When Amanda Horne TCS ’17 discovered FIRST Robotics in high school, everything clicked into place. Because her high school didn’t have a lot of techbased courses, she needed to find somewhere that did — The Clarkson School. However, she wanted more than just coursework and soon became a mentor to the Massena, N.Y., FIRST Robotics Competition team. “As a mentor, it wasn’t my job to ‘do the work,’ but, instead, to guide the high school students,” says Horne, who acknowledged that stepping out of the role of participant was tricky to do at first. Using prior experience on her hometown robotics team, Horne was able to guide her group toward the goal: an efficient robot design that met the challenges of the competition. Horne is currently pursuing a degree in computer science at MIT.
5
While nearly 65% of Clarkson School students decide to continue their studies at Clarkson University, others decide to pursue their undergraduate education at other institutions. Colleges recently attended by Clarkson School graduates include: Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Princeton University
CASE STUDY
American University
Stanford University
Research Leads to Social Awareness
Boston University
David Russell TCS ’17 knows research. Prior to attending The Clarkson School, Russell participated in Clarkson University’s summer research program, during which he created three-dimensional calibration targets using CAD software. But Russell’s experience with engineering projects didn’t prepare him for the other side of research: studying human behavior. For an Honors Program class that focused on current social issues, Russell spent weeks analyzing the high rate of suicide among Indian farmers. He says the experience allowed him to gain deep knowledge in one area and to learn how to work cohesively within a group for an extended period of time.
Boston College
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Syracuse University Temple University
Brown University
The University of Chicago
Carnegie Mellon University
Tufts University
Case Western Reserve University
University of California, Berkeley
Columbia University
University of Michigan
Cornell University
University of Pennsylvania
Dartmouth College Georgetown University McGill University New York University
Washington University in St. Louis West Point Yale University
“Through our strong group dynamic and each individual’s work ethic, we managed to write a 45-page paper and give an hour long presentation – both of which we were all proud,” says Russell. After Russell completed a summer internship as a Robotics Institute Summer Scholar at Carnegie Mellon, he returned to Clarkson to continue his research in 3-D motion capture and was named a Goldwater Scholar.
clarkson.edu/tcs
The High School Diploma Clarkson School students are college students; we do not grant high school diplomas. However, students who wish to earn a high school diploma, or its equivalent, have three options: • Receive the high school diploma while enrolled at TCS. This requires working out a plan with the high school ahead of time. TCS personnel can assist students and their high schools with this process. In some cases, students are able to schedule their high school-required classes in the first semester, allowing them to graduate in January. • Apply for a diploma from the New York State Education Department after successful completion of 24 Clarkson credit hours in six disciplines. (This is possible to do during the year at The Clarkson School.) • Take the TASC Exam.
“ I cannot say enough good things about the program and what it offers — I hope my younger daughter will consider The Clarkson School in due time. Again, thank you.” — Lori C. Gates, mother of Katheryn ’12
6 6
How to Apply Clarkson School students typically rank in the top 10 percent of their high school classes, score extremely well on standardized tests and demonstrate motivation and academic excellence. To complete an application portfolio, students will need to submit the following materials: • Application/essay • Two teacher recommendations • Secondary School Report (filled out by the Guidance Department) • Official transcript • Standardized test scores (PSAT, SAT, PLAN, ACT)
The priority deadline for submission of applications is June 1. Visit clarkson.edu/tcs for more detailed information about our admission process. Students can also arrange a visit or interview or request an application. Email us at tcs@clarkson.edu, or call us at 800-574-4425.
Financial Aid Students accepted to The Clarkson School can be considered for federal, state and University funds. Clarkson offers families an array of financial aid packages and tools to ease the financial commitment associated with a college education. Need-based assistance, in the form of grants and loans, is determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for United States citizens and permanent residents. All students are automatically considered for The Clarkson School Merit Award. The list on the next page includes some of the awards, grants and scholarships for which our students are eligible. All accepted students will receive at least $30,000 in their financial award offer.
7
“ I can’t thank you enough for having provided this great opportunity for Austin! I am so excited for him as he moves on to his sophomore year. Thank you again for taking such great care of him this past year!” — Brenda Proulx, mother of Austin ’15
clarkson.edu/tcs
Awards, Grants and Scholarships The Clarkson School Ignite Presidential Fellows
The Clarkson School Adirondack Scholars Award
This fellowship includes a merit-based scholarship covering ALL tuition costs for ONE first-time student entering The Clarkson School (TCS) per year. The student will continue to receive the scholarship should they choose to remain at Clarkson after their year in TCS. The award can be received for a total of four years (eight semesters) of undergraduate study. In order to receive full consideration for this award, students must submit their full TCS portfolio by April 15 and submit an additional statement via video or written word. Five finalists are invited to interview before final decisions are made.*
Students eligible for this award must reside in one of the following counties: Clinton, Essex, Franklin, Hamilton, Herkimer, Jefferson, Lewis, St. Lawrence, Warren or Washington. Students must have a minimum high school average of 90, complete an on-campus interview and submit an essay. The award is $6,000 per year, as long as the student remains in good academic standing at Clarkson.
The Clarkson School Scholars Award This award is given by a participating high school guidance counselor to a student during his/her junior year. This award provides $15,000 yearly and can be used for up to four years while attending Clarkson University. To be considered for nomination, eligible students must be in accelerated high school programs and have maintained GPAs of 93 or higher or be ranked in the top 15% of their class.*
The Clarkson School Merit Award This award is based solely on prior academic success and promise of future achievement. Students must have a 2.0 cumulative average at the end of the spring semester to continue receiving the award for the following year.*
The Clarkson School First-Year Award The Clarkson School First-Year Award is a $4,000 scholarship given to Clarkson School students as an acknowledgement of their high school accomplishments. While this award is only for The Clarkson School year, additional scholarship funding, based on the cumulative Clarkson School GPA, is available for students who remain at Clarkson to complete their undergraduate degrees.
The Clarkson School Grant This grant is based primarily on financial need and academic achievement. The award is renewed each year based on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The student must remain in good academic standing at Clarkson University to continue receiving the award in following years.
The Clarkson School Holcroft Alumni Recognition Award This grant is given to a student with a very strong potential for success and a recommendation from a Clarkson alumnus/alumna. The student must remain in good academic standing to continue receiving the award for the following years.
SPECIAL CLARKSON SCHOOL AWARDS Five Boroughs Scholarship This award recognizes students from the five boroughs (Brooklyn, The Bronx, Manhattan, Queens or Staten Island) for their hard work and commitment to academics. Recipients will receive $6,000 per year upon enrollment at The Clarkson School.
FIRST Scholarship This award recognizes select high school seniors who have participated on a FIRST Robotics or FIRST Tech Challenge team.
Project Lead the Way Scholarship This award goes to select students who have completed three of the five Project Lead the Way courses in their high schools.
* Please note: A student can receive only one Clarkson merit-based award. If a student has already received a merit award and is then nominated for another, the student will be eligible to receive the award with the higher value.
8
What Our Students Go On to Achieve Sanjeev Kulkarni TCS’83: Professor of Electrical Engineering and Dean of the Faculty at Princeton University. Talicia Raggs TCS’90: Talicia works as a television writer and producer in Los Angeles, California, and is currently working on NCIS: New Orleans. Scott Aaronson TCS’97: Scott is now the David J. Bruton Jr. Centennial Professor of Computer Science at The University of Texas at Austin, after moving from MIT. Adam Brady TCS’04, ’09: With a PhD from Cornell University, Adam works for the National Institutes of Health, where he studies cellular stress response and safety testing for the pharmaceutical and biotech industries. Kaitlin Monte TCS’06: Kaitlin is an Emmy-nominated television personality and news anchor currently with FOX 26-KRIV in Houston. Maureen S. McDermott, DVM, TCS’08, ’10: Maureen is working as an emergency/inpatient care veterinarian (dream job!) at a specialty hospital near Boston.
Vitontonio (Tony) Carmalitano TCS’13, ’16: After graduating from Clarkson, Tony began his career at Microsoft, where he works as a cloud solution architect. John Lindsay TCS’13: John is a corporate partnerships executive for the University of Oxford, as well as an independent consultant for U.S. Democratic candidates in federal and state elections, including serving as 2020 Democratic presidential hopeful Pete Buttigieg’s foreign policy advisor. Krissy Govertsen TCS’15, ’18: Krissy is at Northeastern University, where she is pursuing a master’s in sustainable building systems and an interdisciplinary PhD. Rose Bloodnick TCS’16: Rose works for the Great Basin Institute, in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service, as a timber stand improvement crew lead in Eldorado National Forest. Christopher Potter TCS’16: Chris recently finished his undergraduate degree at Purdue University, and he is staying at Purdue for a master’s in computer science.
clarkson.edu/tcs
QC
ME
Montreal
What The Clarkson School Does for Students
ON
Ottawa Burlington
VT NH
• Complete 35–37 college credits instead of returning for a senior year of high school. • Average class size at TCS: 65 students
Toronto •
• On-campus support: low student-to-advisor ratio; staff located in the same building as the dorms.
MA • Boston
Albany
Syracuse
NY
• Diverse student body. 40% of our students come from across the U.S. and around the globe, while 60% live in New York State. • Staff support throughout the application process for students applying to other institutions. (Students are automatically accepted to Clarkson University when they are accepted to The Clarkson School but have the option of moving on to another institution after The Clarkson School year.)
CT
• New York City
NJ
PA
RI
OH MD
• Ability to join on-campus clubs, sports and other activities.
DE
• Gain real job experience through early internship opportunities; employers recruit on campus during fall and spring job fairs.
Travel Information DRIVE TIMES FROM AIRPORTS Albany Airport (ALB)
The Clarkson School Clarkson University 224 Price Hall Box 5650 8 Clarkson Avenue Potsdam, NY 13699 USA
315-268-4425 800-574-4425 315-268-7991 (fax) tcs@clarkson.edu clarkson.edu/tcs
Burlington Airport (BTV)
2.75 hrs
Massena Airport (MSS)
.5 hrs
Montreal Airport (YUL)
2 hrs
Ogdensburg Airport (OGS)
.75 hrs
Ottawa Airport (YOW)
1.5 hrs
Clarkson University’s Advisory Committee on Campus Safety & Security will provide upon request all campus crime statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education. Contact the director of Campus Safety & Security at 315-268-6666, visit www.clarkson.edu/campussafety or go to http://ope.ed.gov/security/ for statistics on all universities.
VISIT THE TCS WEBSITE!
RC 5/21 5M QCP
Plattsburgh Airport (PBG) Clarkson University is a member of the National Association for College Admission Counseling and has endorsed the principles of good practice. Clarkson University does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran or marital status in provision of educational opportunity or employment opportunities and benefits.
3.5 hrs
2 hrs
Saranac Lake Airport (SLK)
1.5 hrs
Syracuse Airport (SYR)
2.5 hrs
Watertown Airport (ART)
1.5 hrs