At a glance
Average net price
$8,365
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
39.9%
Admission rate
68%
Undergrad size
4,348
In-state tuition
$5,180
Out-of-state tuition
$16,532
Cost of attendance
$17,415
Median earnings (10y)
$49,179
Admissions
- SAT average
- 958
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 70.9%
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
17 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (22%), humanities & arts (21%), health (21%).
- STEM14%
- Health21%
- Business19%
- Humanities & arts21%
- Social sciences22%
- Trades & services4%
- Health professions20.8%~904 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Business19.0%~825 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Liberal arts12.6%~547 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Psychology11.6%~505 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Computer science9.8%~426 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Legal5.7%~247 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~147 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Education2.5%~110 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~100 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~100 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Social sciences2.3%~100 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- English2.2%~95 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History1.5%~63 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Communication1.3%~58 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~53 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~37 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Mathematics0.7%~32 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
40 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 353 | $49,851 | — |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 221 | $28,105 | $31,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 220 | $41,451 | $37,250 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Bachelor's | 188 | $22,426 | $35,448 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 165 | $66,460 | $37,783 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 134 | $31,701 | $45,202 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 92 | $30,047 | $31,500 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Bachelor's | 79 | $30,983 | $48,925 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 77 | — | $29,974 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor's | 71 | $35,163 | $41,146 |
| Public Administration. | Master's | 64 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 62 | $32,275 | $31,000 |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts. | Bachelor's | 59 | — | $27,896 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Bachelor's | 59 | $49,822 | $25,000 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 56 | $47,042 | $39,458 |
| Legal Support Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 55 | — | $32,620 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 51 | $31,092 | $30,896 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 42 | $26,604 | $35,000 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Master's | 42 | $39,337 | — |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 40 | $47,122 | $31,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 39 | $35,264 | $45,375 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master's | 34 | — | — |
| Information Science/Studies. | Associate's | 30 | — | $35,925 |
| Education, General. | Master's | 27 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 26 | $31,128 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 25 | $43,155 | — |
| Legal Support Services. | Bachelor's | 25 | $41,833 | $40,792 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 25 | $24,496 | $22,638 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 25 | $25,227 | — |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 20 | $31,061 | $40,687 |
| Legal Support Services. | Associate's | 19 | — | — |
| Historic Preservation and Conservation. | Master's | 17 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Master's | 11 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 10 | $23,003 | $30,500 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master's | 9 | $81,667 | — |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts. | Associate's | 7 | — | — |
| Music. | 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 Clayton State University
Clayton State University is a mid-sized institution located in Morrow, Georgia, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 4,348 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Business, Liberal arts.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Clayton State University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $8,365 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $5,180 for in-state students and $16,532 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $17,415 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 39.9%, a average completion outcome. 70.9% 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 $49,179 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Clayton State University confers degrees and certificates across 17 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Business, Liberal arts. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (22% of credentials), humanities & arts (21% of credentials), health (21% 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
Clayton State University accepts 68% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 958.
Location & campus
Set in Morrow, Georgia (suburb), Clayton State University draws students from across Georgia 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 Clayton State University
Q.How much does Clayton State University cost?
The average net price at Clayton State University is $8,365 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $17,415.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Clayton State University?
Clayton State University has a 6-year graduation rate of 39.9% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Clayton State University?
Clayton State University admits 68% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Clayton State University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Clayton State University graduate earns $49,179 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Clayton State University?
Published tuition is $5,180 in-state and $16,532 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Clayton State University located?
Clayton State University is located in Morrow, Georgia (ZIP 30260).
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 Clayton State University at their official website.