Clayton State University
Public university · Morrow, GA · 4,348 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
68%
Moderately selective
SAT (middle 50%)
860–1078
ACT (middle 50%)
15–19
Average net price
$8,868
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$18,397
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
38%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Clayton State University?
Clayton State University accepts about 68 of every 100 applicants (68%), which makes it moderately selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 860 and 1078 on the SAT. A score at or above 1078 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 860, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 15–19.
The latest federal data says Clayton State University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Clayton State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Clayton State University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $18,397 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $8,868 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $5,240 for GA residents and $16,904 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$5,240
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$16,904
- Room & board$12,226
- Total cost of attendance$18,397
- Average net price after grants$8,868
Popular majors
Health Professions & Nursing, Business, Psychology, Liberal Arts & General Studies, Computer Science.
Clayton State University FAQ
- What is Clayton State University's acceptance rate?
- 68% — moderately selective.
- What SAT score do you need for Clayton State University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 860–1078. Aim for 1078 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Clayton State University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 15–19.
- Is Clayton State University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Clayton State University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Clayton State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Clayton State University cost?
- About $18,397 a year before aid; $8,868 on average after grants.
- What is Clayton State University's FAFSA school code?
- 008976. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Clayton State University receives your information.
- What is Clayton State University's graduation rate?
- 38% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Clayton State University
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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