At a glance
Average net price
$17,800
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
51.6%
Admission rate
65%
Undergrad size
1,706
In-state tuition
$18,282
Out-of-state tuition
$18,282
Cost of attendance
$33,530
Median earnings (10y)
$40,304
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 75.5%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
18 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (35%), stem (20%), business (16%).
- STEM20%
- Health8%
- Business16%
- Humanities & arts8%
- Social sciences35%
- Trades & services14%
- Psychology21.5%~367 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Business16.0%~272 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Biological sciences12.7%~217 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~139 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- ~133 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Education7.5%~128 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~100 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Social sciences5.2%~89 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Engineering3.6%~61 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Communication3.6%~61 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Computer science2.3%~39 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~33 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English1.3%~22 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~11 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- History0.7%~11 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~11 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~6 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~6 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
30 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 107 | $26,593 | $33,000 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 82 | $65,862 | $23,819 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 74 | $30,056 | $37,009 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 72 | $19,551 | $29,650 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 57 | $19,023 | $31,000 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 53 | $21,063 | $35,425 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 48 | $30,587 | $34,445 |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Bachelor's | 36 | $28,900 | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 28 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 25 | — | — |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 21 | $26,088 | $32,500 |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 19 | — | — |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 19 | — | — |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 18 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Master's | 18 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 16 | $31,628 | $37,377 |
| Computer Engineering. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Biotechnology. | Master's | 15 | — | — |
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other. | Bachelor's | 15 | $30,882 | $32,000 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | $27,000 |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master's | 8 | — | — |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Master's | 7 | — | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Claflin University
Claflin University is a mid-sized institution located in Orangeburg, South Carolina, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 1,706 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Psychology, Business, Biological sciences.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Claflin University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $17,800 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $18,282 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $33,530 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 51.6%, a above-average completion outcome. 75.5% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $40,304 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Claflin University confers degrees and certificates across 18 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Psychology, Business, Biological sciences. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (35% of credentials), stem (20% of credentials), business (16% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Claflin University accepts 65% of applicants, making it moderately selective.
Location & campus
Set in Orangeburg, South Carolina (town), Claflin University draws students from across South Carolina and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Claflin University
Q.How much does Claflin University cost?
The average net price at Claflin University is $17,800 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $33,530.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Claflin University?
Claflin University has a 6-year graduation rate of 51.6% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Claflin University?
Claflin University admits 65% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Claflin University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Claflin University graduate earns $40,304 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Claflin University?
Published tuition is $18,282 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Claflin University located?
Claflin University is located in Orangeburg, South Carolina (ZIP 29115).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Claflin University at their official website.