Founded in 1887, Clark University is an innovative liberal arts college and research university. Originally one of the first two Ph.D. universities in America, Clark is a renowned liberal arts institution. With a national and international presence, Clark attracts high-caliber students and faculty from all quarters of the globe. In doing so, Clark is a campus of people, not departments, and individuals can and are encouraged to make a difference. The University is in the public phase of their record-breaking $125M comprehensive campaign.