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ACCEPTANCE RATE

51.14%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

94%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

19:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

26

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$4,806

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Liberal Arts Degree

The liberal arts program at Clayton State University prepares students for careers in marketing, sales, business, social media, graphic design, data analysis and management, computer programming, and information technology networking and support. The program focuses in a structured combination of the arts. Program courses include: biological and physical sciences, social sciences, humanities, and independently designed programs of study. Get more details below including other Georgia colleges that offer liberal arts degrees.

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Clayton State University

176 Murphy Campus Blvd., Waco, GA

Clayton State University is a public institution located in Morrow, Georgia and provides a large number of degree programs for students. Enrollment at Clayton State University exceeds 6,600 per year.

Students can pick from several areas of study, including:

  • Liberal Arts And Sciences
  • Health And Clinical Professions
  • Psychology
  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Education

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, school records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. Most students admitted to Clayton State University have an SAT score within the range of 870 to 1030, or an ACT composite score between 18 to 21. 39% of those who apply are accepted to this school, of which 50 percent choose to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition varies for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay close to $5,400, while nonresidents pay $16,000 annually. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is estimated to be $6,000. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements by way of grants or student loans.

Athletic programs are available at Clayton State University through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate athletics. Available athletic programs offered:

  • Basketball (NCAA Division II)
  • Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
  • Golf (NCAA Division II)
  • Soccer (NCAA Division II)

To see a full list of programs offered, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.clayton.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Liberal Arts Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Clayton State University has offered the following program levels for students:

  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

 Graduates
Associate's Degree69
Bachelor's Degree100
Master's Degree12

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male48
Female133

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Asian8
Black124
Hispanic9
White29
Multiple Races9
Non Resident Alien1
Unknown1

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Upon completion of the Liberal Arts program at Clayton State University, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

Postsecondary Teachers, All Other

Description

All postsecondary teachers not listed separately.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, postsecondary teachers, all other employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.3% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

  • Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA
    • Total Employment: 2
    • Average Annual Salary: $64150

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admission details below may give an overview of the applicants Clayton State University accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and recent graduates, Clayton State University may offer services to students like those listed below:

  • Distance learning
  • Classes offered on nights and weekends
  • Remedial instructional courses
  • Counseling assistance
  • Student employment
  • Employment search assistance

Intercollegiate Athletics

Clayton State University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division II without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Basketball (Peach Belt Conference)
  • Track and Field (Peach Belt Conference)
  • Golf
  • Soccer