Claflin University

Claflin University is not difficult to get into. Around 60% of applicants get into Claflin University each year. Last year, 4,073 students applied to Claflin University and 2,437 were admitted.

If you want to apply to Claflin University, the application fee is $30.

Claflin University Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of Claflin University's admissions stats.

Claflin University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.3
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	12%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	66%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	60%
Waitlist	No

Claflin University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Claflin University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–

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Considering Applying Early to Claflin University?

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Claflin University does not offer early decision or early action.

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Transferring to Claflin University

It is not difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to Claflin University

Claflin University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Claflin University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are are most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at Claflin University

What does Claflin University consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Character/Personal Qualities	Very Important
Class Rank	Very Important
Recommendation(s)	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
First Generation	Very Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Important
Application Essay	Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Talent/Ability	Important
Level of Applicant's Interest	Important
State Residency	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered

Make sure to check with Claflin University for more information on admission factors.

Claflin University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Claflin University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with Claflin University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.0	–	–
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Claflin University?

Students admitted to Claflin University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.3.

Out of all students that were admitted, 89% submitted a class rank. At Claflin University 12% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 32% were in the top 25% and 62% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Claflin University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	–
3.75 and 3.99	–
3.50 and 3.74	–
3.25 and 3.49	–
3.00 and 3.24	–
2.50 and 2.9	–
2.00 and 2.49	–

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Claflin University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Claflin University does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2018, 66% of Claflin University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 60% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

To be most competitive at Claflin University, you should strive to earn between 15 and 20 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 20 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Claflin University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 20, and three out of four students scored lower than 20 on the ACT.

A 15 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Claflin University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 15.

More Information on Transferring to Claflin University

For transfer students, it is not difficult to get admitted to Claflin University. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Claflin University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Claflin University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Claflin University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Claflin University.

Does Claflin University accept transfer credits?

✅ Claflin University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Claflin University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests

Does Claflin University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Claflin University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Claflin University?

✅ Claflin University is not test optional.

What is Claflin University's acceptance rate?

✅ Claflin University's acceptance rate is 60%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Claflin University?

❌ Claflin University does not offer early decision.

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