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.
Established
1969
Motto
Dreams. Made Real.
Type
Public university
Conference
National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
Division
Division II
71%Acceptance
973SAT Avg
4,390Students
17:1Student:Faculty
35%Grad Rate
$49,179Earnings 10yr
$10,145Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate70.6%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 973
Reading & Writing
450550
Math
418520
ACT Score Range
Composite
1620
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$5,068
Tuition (out-of-state)$15,790
Room & Board$11,104
Books & Supplies$1,822
Total Cost of Attendance$17,940
Average Net Price$10,145
Median Debt at Graduation$25,706
Monthly Payment (10yr)$273
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$8,685
$30–48K$9,021
$48–75K$11,506
$75–110K$13,966
$110K+$15,948
Programs (53)
Student Body
Undergrads
4,390
Gender Split
70% / 30%
Women / Men
First Generation
38%
Pell Grant Recipients
52%
Race & Ethnicity
White 10%
Black 65%
Hispanic 12%
Asian 5%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 1%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate35.4%
Freshman Retention73.2%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$41,633
8 Years$45,852
10 Years$49,179
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$39,300
Men
$50,300
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Lakers
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia