SUNY at Purchase College and Clarkson University are frequently compared when students or parents prepare college admissions. Purchase College is a four-year, public school located in Purchase, NY and Clarkson is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Potsdam, NY.
The following list compares two colleges briefly in important perspectives. You can compare them with comprehensive information on full comparison page.
| SUNY at Purchase College | vs. | Clarkson University |
|---|---|---|
| Purchase, New York | Location | Potsdam, New York |
| Four-year, Public | School Type | four-year, Private (not-for-profit) |
| Master's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Baccalaureate College - Arts & Sciences | Carnegie Classification | Research University (high research activity) |
In-State$9,016
Out-Of-State$19,266 | 2025 Tuition & Fees | $59,398 |
| 67% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 97% |
| $10,488 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $43,602 |
| 74.05 % | Acceptance Rates | 77.36 % |
| 12.91 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 9.49 % |
| 1,300 | SAT Score | 1,300 |
| 29 | ACT Score | 28 |
| 63 % | Graduation Rate | 75 % |
| 23 % | Transfer-out Rate | 18 % |
| 80 % | Retention Rate | 85 % |
| 3,333 | Student Population | 3,348 |
| 182 | Number of Faculties | 241 |
| 12 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 13 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), Study Abroad | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services |