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Clayton State University

Morrow, GA · Public · Bachelor's degrees · Suburb

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About Clayton State University

Clayton State University is a public university in Morrow, Georgia, United States. It serves Metro Atlanta and is part of the University System of Georgia. The main campus includes 192 acres (0.78 km2) of wooded grounds and five lakes. Located in the north-central part of Clayton County in suburban south metro Atlanta, the main campus is about twenty minutes from downtown Atlanta. Clayton State also maintains a separate Fayette County instructional site in Peachtree City and offers additional instruction at locations in Jonesboro in Clayton County and McDonough in Henry County. Upon opening in 1991, Clayton State's Spivey Hall began presenting jazz, classical music and other musical entertainment. It has since developed into one of the premiere chamber music venues in the Atlanta metropolitan area and offers more than 400 performances per year. These performances air frequently on Georgia Public Broadcasting. Clayton State basketball, soccer, cross-country, tennis, golf, and track & field programs are a part of Division II of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), competing in the Peach Belt Conference (PBC). In 2011, the Clayton State women's basketball team won th

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68%

Acceptance

$8,365

Net price

4,348

Enrollment

40%

Grad rate

Report Card

C

Academics

Graduation & retention rates

A-

Value

Earnings vs. cost of attendance

B-

Career Outcomes

Graduate earnings after 10 years

A+

Affordability

Average net price after aid

C

Selectivity

How hard it is to get in

B

Diversity

Racial & ethnic balance of students

Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).

Admissions

68%

Acceptance rate

958

SAT average

ACT midpoint

SAT Reading450558
SAT Math410520
ACT Composite1519

Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.

Cost & Financial Aid

$8,365

Average net price

$5,180

In-state tuition

$16,532

Out-of-state tuition

$12,226

Room & board

$1,250

Books & supplies

$17,415

Total cost of attendance

52%

Students receiving Pell grants

38%

Students with federal loans

$25,706

Median student debt

Average net price by family income

$0–30K
$7,405
$30–48K
$7,032
$48–75K
$9,755
$75–110K
$12,095
$110K+
$14,161

Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.

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After Graduation

$49,179

Median earnings (10 yrs)

$41,633

Median earnings (6 yrs)

40%

Graduation rate

71%

Retention rate

73%

Earn more than a HS grad

$7,880

Instructional spend / student

Student Body

4,348

Total enrollment

38%

Part-time

25

Avg. age at entry

38%

First-generation

Gender balance

70% women
30% men

Race & ethnicity

Black
66%
Hispanic
12%
White
8%
Asian
5%
Two or more races
3%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0%

Clayton State University FAQ

Is Clayton State University a public or private school?

Clayton State University is a public institution located in Morrow, GA.

What is the acceptance rate at Clayton State University?

Clayton State University has an acceptance rate of 68%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

How much does Clayton State University cost?

The average annual net price at Clayton State University is $8,365 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $5,180 in-state and $16,532 out-of-state.

What is the graduation rate at Clayton State University?

About 40% of students at Clayton State University complete their degree, according to federal completion data.

How much do Clayton State University graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, Clayton State University students earn a median of $49,179 per year.

What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Clayton State University?

Admitted students at Clayton State University have an average SAT score of 958. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.

How many students attend Clayton State University?

Clayton State University enrolls about 4,348 students.

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