Undergraduate Application Instructions


Applying to Clark University
Address
Clark University
950 Main Street
Worcester, MA 01610

Admission to Clark is Competitive
Candidates are selected for their academic promise and for their special talents and experiences. Secondary school achievement, standardized test scores, as well as recommendations from teachers, principals, and guidance counselors also are carefully evaluated in each candidate's application for admission.

High School Preparation
The completion of a minimum of 16 acceptable units of credit in a secondary school program is required for admission. Such preparation typically includes four years of English; three years of mathematics; three years of science; two years of both a social science and a foreign language; and other credit electives, including the arts. 		Financial Aid
At Clark University the vast majority of financial assistance is offered on the basis of financial need. Need is determined from information that parents and students supply on both the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA - administered by the US Government) and PROFILE (administered by the College Scholarship Service of the College Board). You may obtain PROFILE registration information and the FAFSA from your high school guidance office. You also may register online for the PROFILE at www.collegeboard.com and for the FAFSA at www.fafsa.ed.gov. The PROFILE is usually available in October and the FAFSA in November. Priority consideration is given to students who file both forms by the suggested deadlines: February 1 for September first-year admission; November 1 for January first year and transfer admission and April 1 for September transfer admission. Early Decision candidates should file the PROFILE by December 1 and the FAFSA by February 1.
It is the policy of Clark University that each qualified individual, regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, or handicap, shall have equal opportunity in education, employment, or services of Clark University. The University encourages minorities, women, Vietnam veterans, the handicapped, and persons between 40 and 70 years of age to apply.


Application Instructions


Application Deadlines

Type of
Admission 		Description When to Apply Notification from Clark Candidate's Reply
Regular Admission Fall For freshman admission in fall semester As early as possible in first semester of senior year, but no later than February 1. To be considered for merit-based scholarships, apply by January 15 April 1 May 1 - Clark subscribes to the Candidate's Reply Date Agreement of the College Entrance Examination Board
Regular Admission Spring For freshman admission in spring semester By November 1 December 15 Within two weeks of notification
Early Decision If Clark is your first choice, you may apply for early decision By November 15 January 1 Two weeks after notification
Early Admission Fall Admission after junior year; high school recommendations required As early as possibly in first semester of junior year; but no later than February 1 Early April May 1
International Admission For non-U.S. citizens attending schools within U.S. or outside U.S. By February 1 Early April May 1
Transfer Admission A maximum of 50% of degree and major requirements (junior standing) may be awarded in transfer
   Fall Admission with Advanced Standing for students attending two- and four-year colleges By April 15 Rolling notification after deadline Two weeks after notification
   Spring Admission with Advanced Standing for students attending two- and four-year colleges By November 1 Rolling notification after deadline Two weeks after notification


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