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Clark Atlanta University, also known as CAU, is a private university in Atlanta, Georgia. Founded in 1988 with the consolidation of Clark College and Atlanta University, the university offers undergraduate, graduate, specialist and doctoral degrees as well as certificate programs. CAU was ranked on the Washington Monthly (2008 edition) list of "Best Colleges and Universities". The main campus of Clark Atlanta consists of more than 35 buildings, spread across more than 125 acres. CAU is organized into the following academic schools:
Clark Atlanta is a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), Division II and the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SIAC). The sports teams are nicknamed the Black Panthers.
Clark Atlanta University is located in a large city, in Atlanta, GA. The school is officially a United Methodist school. Clark Atlanta University is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degree levels at the school top out at the Doctoral degree.
Students at Clark Atlanta University often study media and family and social work.
The admissions department at the school does not accept all those who apply. Most students' verbal SAT scores were in the range of 420 to 490 in 2007-2008. A quarter of students admitted in 2007-2008 scored 480 or higher on the math SAT.
The school's tenure system is geared toward rewarding and keeping the most valuable professors.
Clark Atlanta University offers classes to 4,271 students (4,103 full-time equivalent). Minorities are common at the school.
Clark Atlanta University does offer meal plans to students. Students sports include formal participation in Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference and Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference competitions.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of Clark Atlanta University is to provide a quality undergraduate, graduate and professional education to a student body that is predominately African-American and also diversified by students from various other racial, ethnic, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. As an institution grounded in the liberal arts, the University is committed to the development of productive and creative students who excel in their chosen careers and who becom responsible citizens in their communities and the world.
To achieve its mission, the University attracts and maintains a dedicated faculty that meets hifh professional standards in teaching, scholarship, research, and service. The University also provides an educational environment in which its students thrive, learn, and develop their potential for leadership and responsible citizenship, and the pursuit and creation of knowledge.
The University maintains an historic relationship with the United Methodist Church and emphasizes sound ethical and moral principles that promote personal integrity and understanding of others."
More complete details are provided below.
Clark Atlanta University
223 James P Brawley Drive, S.W.
Atlanta, GA 30314-4391
General Phone: (404) 880-8000
http://www.cau.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 179 | business management, accounting, managerial economics |
| Media | 124 | media and digital communications |
| Family and Social Work | 94 | social work, public administration |
| Liberal Arts | 85 | political science, English, speech and rhetoric, history, sociology, minority and gender studies, African-American studies, international relations, ... |
| Therapy and Counseling | 70 | psychology, counseling psychology, community health services |
| Education and Teaching | 63 | educational administration, early childhood education, education, school counseling, special ed, education courses, middle school teaching, secondary teaching |
| Science | 49 | biology, chemistry, physics |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 39 | criminal justice and safety |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 21 | computer and info science, computer science |
| Design | 21 | fashion design |
| Mathematics | 16 | mathematics |
| Engineering | 9 | engineering |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 6 | theater history and criticism |
| Music | 3 | music |
| Art Studies | 2 | art studies |
| Religion and Philosophy | 2 | religion, philosophy |
| Medicine | 2 | health professions |
Number of programs and degrees for Clark Atlanta University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 573 | 31 |
| Master's degree | 175 | 27 |
| Doctor's degree - research/scholarship | 36 | 10 |
| Post-master's certificate | 1 | 1 |
Clark Atlanta University is a historically black college.
In 2007-2008, Clark Atlanta University had a total enrollment of 4,271 students (4,103 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 23% |
| Women | 77% |
| Full-Time | 99% |
| Part-Time | 1% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 84% |
| Graduate | 16% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 88% |
| (Foreign Students) | 12% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 3% |
| 18-19 | 39% |
| 20-21 | 24% |
| 22-24 | 16% |
| 25-29 | 8% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 2% |
| 40-49 | 2% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Georgia | 22% |
| California | 10% |
| New York | 8% |
| Maryland | 7% |
| Texas | 6% |
| New Jersey | 5% |
| Illinois | 5% |
| Michigan | 4% |
| Pennsylvania | 4% |
| Florida | 4% |
| Ohio | 2% |
| Virginia | 2% |
| Massachusetts | 2% |
| North Carolina | 2% |
| Missouri | 2% |
| Tennessee | 2% |
| Alabama | 1% |
| Louisiana | 1% |
| Connecticut | 1% |
| South Carolina | 1% |
| Kentucky | 1% |
| Wisconsin | 1% |
| Washington, DC | 1% |
| Mississippi | 1% |
| Indiana | 1% |
| (International Students) | 1% |
| Minnesota | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 67 % |
| Part-Time | 43 % |
Clark Atlanta University offers campus housing for 1,394 of its 4,103 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Atlanta, Georgia for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Georgia Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 21 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 6,674 | 3,779 | 57% | 823 | 22% |
| Men | 1,638 | 844 | 52% | 186 | 22% |
| Women | 5,036 | 2,935 | 58% | 637 | 22% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 420 | 490 |
| SAT Math | 410 | 480 |
| ACT Composite | 18 | 20 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 65% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 35% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 17,038 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 17,038 |
| Room and board | $ 7,192 |
| Room charge | $ 4,042 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,150 |
| Books and supplies | $ 2,200 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,952 |
Financial Aid:
Clark Atlanta University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 155900)
Clark Atlanta University has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 89 | 29 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 15 | 19 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 42 | 35 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate professor | calendar year | 3 | $50,218 | 3 | $52,799 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| Lecturer | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 5 | $53,148 | 4 | $50,504 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 39 | $72,098 | 7 | $62,067 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 46 | $53,171 | 20 | $54,291 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 31 | $52,527 | 24 | $45,484 |
| Instructor | academic year | 18 | $35,686 | 23 | $36,021 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 7 | $45,532 | 5 | $37,136 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 141 | $55,653 | 79 | $45,900 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Basketball | Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Track | Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 65 | 41 | 106 |
| Football | 37 | 0 | 37 |
| Track | 14 | 13 | 27 |
| Basketball | 8 | 10 | 18 |
| Baseball | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| All Other Sports | 0 | 18 | 18 |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Managerial Economics
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
Computer and Information Sciences, General
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Theatre Literature, History and Criticism
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education, General
Education, Other
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Secondary Education and Teaching
Special Education and Teaching, General
ENGINEERING
Engineering, General
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Public Administration
Social Work
LIBERAL ARTS
African-American/Black Studies
English Language and Literature, General
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, and Gender Studies, Other
French Language and Literature
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Speech and Rhetorical Studies
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Radio, Television, and Digital Communication, Other
MEDICINE
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physics, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling
Counseling Psychology
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Clark Atlanta University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in media (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% |  |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| % of degrees in family and social work (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 15% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
Notable:
United Methodist affiliation Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Option to study abroad Offers part-time study Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, navy) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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