The Clarkson School (TCS) is a selective early college program for talented and motivated high school-aged students who enroll as first-year students at Clarkson.

Typically, these students have progressed beyond their high school curriculum and are ready for a fresh academic challenge.

Students in TCS:

• Take the same courses as Clarkson first-year students and enjoy the same unlimited access to athletics and recreation, clubs, and other University departments.
• Live in a special living and learning community that provides additional support for personal growth, academic achievement and professional development.
• Choose to either go on to another university after their year in TCS, or stay at Clarkson to complete their bachelor’s degree. 
• Can also be a part of Clarkson’s Honors Program, performing cutting-edge research under the guidance of a faculty member.