Clayton State University
Morrow, Georgia 30260-0285
Data last updated: May 29, 2026
Campus Vibe
Known for health sciences — excellent value
Clayton State University is a public institution in Morrow with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 973, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 4.4K undergraduates with a 17:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
35% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $49,179 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $10,145.
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 973
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
60.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
0.7%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$16,750
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
31
Peer Average
37
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Programs (53)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
73%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Lakers
History & Fun Facts
- •History The Judge Eugene Lawson Amphitheater overlooking Swan Lake The institution was founded in 1969 and was originally known as Clayton Junior College.
- •When the school became a four-year institution in 1986, the institute took on the name Clayton State College.
- •In 1996, the Georgia Board of Regents renamed many higher-education institutions, with Clayton State becoming Clayton College and State University.
- •In 2005, the name was changed to Clayton State University.
- •In 2016 the Clinical/Counseling Psychology master's degree program gained Masters in Psychology and Counseling Accreditation Council (MPCAC) accreditation through 2026.
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
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