Clayton State University

(Morrow, GA)

Clayton State University is located 15 minutes from downtown Atlanta, Georgia in a beautiful lakeside setting. The University currently offers eight master's degree programs, more than 30 baccalaureate degree programs, six pre-professional tracks, four associate degree programs, and two one-year certificate programs. With an enrollment of 6,600 students, Clayton State has experienced significant growth over the past six years. The University is ranked by U.S. News & World Report as having the most diverse student population among comprehensive baccalaureate-level colleges and universities in the Southern United States.

A national pioneer in mobile computing, Clayton State was the third public university to require that each student have access to a notebook computer and has distinguished its learning environment as one of a small number of "Notebook Universities." Clayton State University is the only university in the country adjacent to both state and national archives facilities: the Georgia Archives and the National Archives and Records Administration Southeast Region. The world-class music recital venue, Spivey Hall, is located on the University's main campus. The University's athletics program features 12 men's and women's sports and competes in NCAA Division II in the Peach Belt Athletic Conference.

In addition to its main campus in Morrow, Georgia, Clayton State also maintains regional sites at Peachtree City, McDonough, and Conyers, Georgia.

Admissions

61.9%
of Applicants Admitted
  • January 01, 2011
SAT Required

Test Score Ranges

25th percentile to 75th percentile
  • 1320–1600 SAT Total
  • 440–550 SAT Reading
  • 430–540 SAT Math
  • 430–520 SAT Writing
  • 18–22 ACT Composite
  • 17–22 ACT English
  • 17–22 ACT Math
TOEFL Required for intl students

Cost

$16,682
Annual tuition, fees, books, supplies, room and board
  • $4,104
  • $13,572
  • $10,578
  • $2,000

Will I Like It

7,823
number of undergraduates
  • Public
  • Town
  • 70% Women

Areas of Study

Education

Teaching

Engineering

Computer Science

Health & Medicine

Dentistry, Fitness, Health Administration

Humanities

English Language & Literature

Music

General Music & Theory

Performing Arts

Drama & Theatre

Politics & Law

Political Science & Government

Public Service

Law Enforcement

Science & Math

Biology, Math

Social Sciences

Psychology

Extra Curriculars

Accounting Club, Books, Chess, Comedy, Band, Computers, Drama, College Democrats, College Republicans, Color Guard, Computer Club, Jogging, DECA - Distributive Education Clubs of America, Marching Band, Ensemble, FBLA - Future Business Leaders of America Clubs, Fellowship Christian Athletes, Piano, Poetry, Politics, Sports, Student Council, Theatre, Video Games, Glee Club, Gospel Choir, Working Out, HOSA - Health Occupation Students of America, Improv Group, Yoga, Investment Club, Junior Achievement, Math Club, Orchestra, Poetry Society, Science Club, Science Olympiad, Student Government & Council, Thespian Society, Young Democrats

Long Description

Clayton State, founded in 1969, is a public, multipurpose institution. Programs are offered through the Schools of Arts and Sciences, Business, Health Sciences, and Technology. Its 163-acre campus is located in Morrow, 10 miles from Atlanta.

Mailing Address

2000 Clayton State Blvd
Morrow, GA 30260-0285
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