B-
Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?
  1. Academics
    B
  2. Value
    B-
  3. Diversity
    B+
  4. Campus
    B
  5. Athletics
    B
  6. Party Scene
    C+
  7. Professors
    B
  8. Location
    C-
  9. Dorms
    B+
  10. Campus Food
    B+
  11. Student Life
    C
  12. Safety
    B
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Clayton State University is ...
Public
Athletic Division
NCAA Division II (without football)
Athletic Conference
Peach Belt Conference
Address
2000 Clayton State Boulevard
Morrow, GA 30260
Website
clayton.edu

Clayton State University Rankings

Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate
39%
SAT Range
860-1000
ACT Range
18-21
Application Fee
$40
SAT/ACT
Recommended
High School GPA
Required
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Test Scores and GPA for Clayton State University

Cost

Net Price
$10,862/ year
National
$15,403
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Net Price by Household Income
  • <$30k
    $10,446/ year
  • $30-48k
    $10,702/ year
  • $49-75k
    $12,786/ year
  • $76-110k
    $14,661/ year
  • $110k+
    $14,977/ year

Academics

Professors
B
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
18:1
Evening Degree Programs
Yes
84%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.62 responses
75%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.67 responses
72%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.67 responses

Majors

Most Popular Majors
  • Liberal Arts and Humanities
    160 Graduates
  • Nursing
    128 Graduates
  • Community Psychology
    101 Graduates
  • Hospital Management
    98 Graduates
  • Business Administration and Management
    84 Graduates
  • Office Management
    66 Graduates
  • Paralegal
    66 Graduates
  • Criminal Justice and Safety Studies
    49 Graduates
  • Accounting
    40 Graduates
  • Logistics and Supply Chain Management
    37 Graduates

Students

Full-Time Enrollment
3,626Undergrads
Undergrads Over 25
31%
Pell Grant
68%
Varsity Athletes
3%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on 26 responses
Report
  • Determined
    23%
  • The majority of students keep to themselves
    23%
  • What's up!
    23%
  • Hello how are you?
    15%
  • Silent
    15%

Campus Life

Freshmen Live On-Campus
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Poll
40%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.80 responses
Poll
47%
of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life.91 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on 43 responses
Report
  • Convenience
    47%
  • Diverse
    33%
  • Local
    19%
  • Thrifty
    2%

After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$38,500/ year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
32%
National
48%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
88%
National
83%
83%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.42 responses
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Clayton State University Reviews

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Clayton State University is an excellent choice for a college any student can make for secondary education. The campus is still expanding over time and making renovations, and while renovations may leave some difficulty with traversing around the campus, the campus is exceptionally lively. The dorm rooms are exquisite. They serve as the perfect little nest outside of your home to make your temporary residency as you continue your education. The food is also great, and I always look forward to dining with my favorite meals. The professors who teach the classes always make your day, and while some students may find some instructors a bit taxing, they're all diamonds in the rough. There's a lot of variety and versatility in academic and athletic ventures. Experiences here at Clayton State University will last a lifetime.
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Clayton State is a very beautiful and very encapsulating campus with more than enough amenities to keep the idle mind busy. The campus advertises a serene environment fit for studying, learning, and growing all in the same place and will help any student blossom far beyond their wildest dreams. Clayton State University is not short on opportunities to learn and experience new majors, and is close to the city of dreams, Atlanta. Being this close allows for students to network and advertise themselves accordingly to become the future of tomorrow in the working world. Clayton State has been more than adequate in shaping my dreams and ambitions, and this is coming from someone who had neither when enrolling. Are you the right person for CSU, because we need you.
I graduated with a degree from CSU some years back, and have recently returned for another degree. I love my alma mater! The school has undergone multiple renovations, and has not only expanded the physical campus, but their course offerings and degree programs as well. It is well worth it to study at CSU, and it is a really nice place to learn too!