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Clayton State University
Morrow,
GA
•4-Year Public•
Acceptance Rate68%
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About Clayton State University
Clayton State University is a public, state university in the suburb of Morrow, Georgia. Clayton State University was founded in 1969. The university enrolls around 7,052 students per year, including 6,376 undergraduate students.
Clayton State University Acceptance Rate 2021
It is not difficult to get into Clayton State University. The acceptance rate at Clayton State University is 68%. In 2021, 2,341 students applied to Clayton State University and 1,583 were admitted.
| Clayton State University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 68% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 3.0 |
| Test Optional | May require tests |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 49% |
Click below to find out more about the admissions requirements and deadlines, student life, academics, majors and more.
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Clayton State University is located in the town of Morrow, Georgia, near Atlanta.
If you would like to see Clayton State University for yourself, be sure to 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.
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College Info
Clayton State University Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Jul 17
Transfer Applications are Due
Not available
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Clayton State University is Jul 17.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Clayton State University SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
898 - 970
Math SAT Range
430 - 520
Reading SAT Range
450 - 540
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
SAT Score
Estimated Chance
970 and Above
Good
898 to 970
Avg
898 and Less
Low
SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted
The median SAT score for Clayton State University students is 976. Applicants with SAT scores of 970 and above have a good chance of being admitted to Clayton State University, while applicants with SAT scores between 898 to 970 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 898 have a low chance of being offered a spot at Clayton State University.
Clayton State University Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$18,354
In State$29,076
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$4,064
$14,786
Fees
$1,504
$1,504
Housing
$10,712
$10,712
Books
$2,074
$2,074
Student Life
Wondering what life at Clayton State University is like? There are approximately 7,052 students enrolled at Clayton State University, including 6,376 undergraduate students and 676 graduate students. 58% percent of students attend school full-time, 98% percent are from GA and 2% percent of students are from other states.
58%
Full Time42%
Part Time98%
In State2%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
7,052
Campus Setting
Suburban
Acceptance Rate
68%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Jul 17
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