Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
70.59%
SAT Average
973
ACT Range
16-20
Clayton State University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 70.59%. This means approximately 706 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 4,390 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
70.59%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $5,068 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $15,790 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $17,940 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $10,145 | State avg: $16,729. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 51.91% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 40.11% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Clayton State University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$15,790
Room and board
$11,104
Books and supplies
$1,822
Other expenses
$3,375
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$17,940
Average net price
$10,145
Average aid coverage
43%
$7,795 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Clayton State University pays approximately $10,145 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Georgia average of $16,729 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Clayton State University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Georgia and national averages.
Clayton State University net price
$10,145
Georgia average
$16,729
National average
$17,506
Clayton State University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $15,790 and average net price at $10,145. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$15,790
Current net price
$10,145
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
35.39%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$49,179
Undergraduates
4,390
10-Year Median Earnings - Clayton State University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Clayton State University graduates earn about 1.1x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Clayton State University?
Undergraduates
4,390
Completion rate
35.39%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
51.91%
Above national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
40.11%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 51.91% of Clayton State University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 40.11% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Clayton State University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Clayton State University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Clayton State University lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Clayton State University is listed at 2000 Clayton State Boulevard, Morrow, GA 30260-0285. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare Clayton State University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clayton State University | 70.59% | $15,790 | $10,145 | $49,179 |
| Miami Ad School-Atlanta | Not available | $19,400 | $28,032 | $106,192 |
| Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus | 16.46% | $32,876 | $13,289 | $102,772 |
| Chamberlain University-Georgia | 96.15% | $19,686 | $31,471 | $92,405 |
| Emory University | 11.10% | $60,774 | $23,911 | $80,137 |
Similar Schools in Morrow
This local cluster focuses on nearby Morrow schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Morrow.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clayton State University's acceptance rate?
Clayton State University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 70.59%.
How much is Clayton State University tuition?
Clayton State University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $15,790.
What is Clayton State University's average net price?
Clayton State University's average net price in the local dataset is $10,145.
What is Clayton State University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $49,179 for Clayton State University.
Is Clayton State University accredited?
Clayton State University's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend Clayton State University?
The local dataset lists 4,390 undergraduate students at Clayton State University.
What percentage of Clayton State University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Clayton State University in the local dataset is 51.91%.
What is the federal loan rate at Clayton State University?
The federal loan rate for Clayton State University in the local dataset is 40.11%.
Where should I verify Clayton State University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Clayton State University or the latest official federal education data.