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Clayton State University

Morrow, Georgia Β· Suburb: LargeOfficial Website β†—

#4162
Nationally
#107
In Georgia
71%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 70%
$4,064
In-State Tuition
per year
35%
6-Year Grad Rate
Nat'l avg 63%
5,301
Undergrad Enrollment
5,000–9,999
Overall Score & Rankings
34/100
Below Average
#4162 nationally
#107 in Georgia
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes35
πŸ’°Affordability50
🎯Selectivity15
πŸ“šAcademic Environment8
πŸ”¬Program Breadth70

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

Clayton State University is a public four-year university located in Morrow, Georgia. With 5,301 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 71%, the institution is considered moderately selective. In-state tuition is $4,064 per year ($14,786 out-of-state), significantly below average for public institutions. The six-year graduation rate is 35%, which is below average compared to the national average of 63%.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate71%Near avg
National avg: 70%
1,782
Applied
1,258
Admitted
504
Enrolled
SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)
SAT Reading450 – 550
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
SAT Math418 – 520
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
ACT Score Range (Middle 50%)16 – 20
Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition$4,064/yr
In-State Fees$1,004/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$14,786/yr
Room & Board$12,926/yr
Total CoA (In-State)$17,994/yr
Total CoA (Out-of-State)$28,716/yr
In-State Tuition vs National Avg$4,064↑ Above avg
National avg: $10,662
Graduation Outcomes
6-Year Graduation Rate35%↓ Below avg
National avg: 63%

The six-year graduation rate measures students who earn their degree within 150% of normal time (6 years for a 4-year program). It is the federal standard for comparing outcomes across institutions.

Student Body
5,301
Total Undergrads
69% F / 31% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 12%
Hispanic 12%
Black 60%
Asian 7%
Two or more 3%
International 1%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($4,064/yr) is well below the national average for public colleges
  • βœ“Publicly funded institution β€” tuition subsidized by state taxes for in-state residents
Consider
  • Β·Graduation rate of 35% is below the national average β€” research completion support services
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for in-state students who want a quality education at a subsidized cost.

Institution Profile
Type4-year
ControlPublic
LocationMorrow, Georgia
SettingSuburb: Large
Size5,000–9,999
State Ranking
#107
in Georgia out of 7+ colleges
#4162
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.