Clayton State University

Clayton State University is a public, state school in a suburban setting in Morrow, Georgia. Clayton State University was founded in 1969 and now enrolls around 7,052 students a year, including 6,376 undergrads. Clayton State University offers on-campus housing for up to 1,275 students. Most students live in off campus housing.

There are many ways for students to get involved at Clayton State University! Love music or performing? Sing in a chorus or perform with one of Clayton State University's theater groups.

Interested in journalism or communications? Clayton State University students can write for the campus newspaper, host a radio show or be a producer for the student-run television channel.

Thinking of pledging? Clayton State University has fraternities and sororities.

Planning to play sports? Clayton State University has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at Clayton State University on the Student Life page.

Learn more about life at Clayton State University on the Student Life page.

Mark your calendar! July 17, 2022 is the final deadline to submit an application for Fall.

2021 Clayton State University Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Overall Acceptance Rate	68%
Average GPA	3.0
Applicants Submitting SAT scores	49%
In-State Tuition	$5,080
Out-of-State	$18,482
Percent of Need Met	47%
Average First-Year Financial Aid Package	$11,230

Is Clayton State University a Good School?

The definition of a "good school" is different for different people. Admissions criteria, acceptance rate and average GPA are good indicators of how competitive an institution is, but they don't say much about the quality of the education or the student experience. However, there are a few good ways to get a better sense how satisfied students are and how well a school supports its student body.

Let's take a look at each of these factors to get a better idea of what Clayton State University offers and if it sounds like a good choice for you.

2021 Acceptance Rate for Clayton State University

It is slightly difficult to get into Clayton State University. Around 68% of applicants get into Clayton State University each year. Out of 2,356 applications received in 2021, 1,592 students were offered admission.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Clayton State University

Retention is the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. This is a way to get a sense of how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

About 69% of students who start at Clayton State University return for their second year of college. Clayton State University's six-year graduation rate for undergrads is 31%. The average six-year graduation rate for U.S. colleges and universities is 61% for public schools, and 67% for private, non-profit schools.

Job Outlook Clayton State University Graduates

Job placement rates after graduation and average starting salaries can all give important clues about the value of a degree from a specific school.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Clayton State University

Cost is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need. Clayton State University meets 47% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. First-year students that attend Clayton State University full-time are awarded $11,230 a year in financial aid, on average.

In 2020, students graduated with an average of $30,423 in student loans for each student with debt. For context, compare this number with the average national debt, which is around $36,000 per borrower.

The 2022-2023 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2021

Some financial aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA asap. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! No one should ever pay to fill out the FREE Application for Federal Student Aid, (FAFSA), so don't give your money (or info!) to any website that claim you do.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at Clayton State University. Based on this information, how does Clayton State University sound? Remember, the best school for one person may be a terrible fit for another! So ask yourself: Is Clayton State University a good school for you?

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Where is Clayton State University?

Clayton State University is located in the suburban setting of Morrow, Georgia, less than an hour from Atlanta.

If you want to see Clayton State University for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 75 to Morrow, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Clayton State University and Morrow are like without leaving home.

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