Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering

Clarkson University in Potsdam, New York, established in 1896, is a private research university that blends technical excellence with a supportive campus community. Home to roughly 4,000 students, including an engaged international cohort, Clarkson emphasizes close faculty mentoring and a collaborative learning culture that helps students develop both technical depth and professional agility.

The university offers about 86 programs across engineering, business, sciences, health disciplines and liberal arts, with a strong emphasis on experiential education. Research, internships, co-op placements and industry partnerships are central to the student experience, allowing learners to apply classroom theory to real projects. Small class sizes and accessible faculty mentoring ensure individualized academic support and opportunities to contribute to meaningful research and design work.

Graduates leave with practical skills, workplace experience and professional networks that support careers in industry, research and entrepreneurship. Clarkson also provides student services for international applicants, including orientation, visa guidance and career advising. For students seeking rigorous STEM and business education with hands-on learning and clear pathways to professional outcomes, Clarkson offers a focused and supportive environment.

This program prepares students to design and build technologies for the smart, connected world by blending hardware, software, and systems thinking. Students gain hands-on experience in areas like embedded systems and digital design, applying knowledge through labs, projects, and a culminating capstone design project. The curriculum balances hardware, software, computer theory, and applications with a background in electrical engineering.

Focus areas include Embedded Systems, Digital Design, Computing Systems, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning.

The program requires 45 credit hours in computer engineering, plus at least 40 credits in other electives and 3 free electives. It includes a capstone design project and a 0-credit professional experience.

Graduates enter roles such as computer architect, computer hardware engineer, or software engineer in sectors including artificial intelligence, automotive, and telecommunications.

For international students, tuition is well above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 77% of applicants.