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Clayton State can be found in Morrow, Georgia (a large suburb). The school is a public institution. The Bachelor's degree is the highest degree at Clayton State.
The most common majors at the school are in computer science and engineering.
Clayton State does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted. Only 25% of students scored 450 or lower in 2005 on the verbal SAT test. Math SAT scores at the school centered around 440 to 540, but ranged both higher and lower.
A tenure system is one way Clayton State works to keep a high-quality staff. Instructors at the school are well-paid.
In 2005, 6,212 students were enrolled in Clayton State. Older adults are in evidence at the school, often seeking career changing education.
A lot of students at Clayton State attend part-time. The school student athletes compete in Peach Belt Conference competitions.
Bargain hunters might want to look at Clayton State, which charges less than many schools of its type.
More complete details are provided below.
Clayton State University
2000 Clayton State Boulevard
Morrow, GA 30260-0285
General Phone: (770) 961-3400
Admissions Phone: (770) 961-3500
Financial Aid Phone: (770) 961-3511
http://www.clayton.edu
Clayton State awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science And Engineering | 270 | information science, computer networking, information technology |
| Business And Management | 184 | business management, accounting, business administration, marketing, business, sales and marketing |
| Law | 123 | legal assistant |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 104 | nursing administration, EMT paramedic |
| Office And Administration | 91 | office management, general office occupations, administrative assistant |
| Liberal Arts | 88 | liberal arts and sciences, history |
| Medical Support And Technology | 77 | medical assistant, dental hygienist, dental services |
| Therapy And Counseling | 61 | community psychology |
| Mechanics And Repair | 47 | aircraft maintenance, electrical installation and repair, aircraft powerplant tech |
| Medical Adminstration | 35 | health care facilities management, medical transcription, health and medical administrative |
| Education And Teaching | 34 | middle school teaching |
| Media | 18 | communication studies |
| Engineering Technician | 15 | architectural drafting, drafting |
| Science | 15 | biology |
| Music | 8 | music performance, music, music theory and composition |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 2 | criminal justice and safety |
Number of programs and degrees for Clayton State in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 558 | 22 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 315 | 8 |
| Associate's degree | 235 | 12 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 64 | 5 |
In 2005, Clayton State had a total enrollment of 6,212 students (4,506 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 33% |
| Women | 67% |
| Full-Time | 83% |
| Part-Time | 17% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 42% |
| Black | 50% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 4% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 14% |
| 20-21 | 15% |
| 22-24 | 18% |
| 25-29 | 17% |
| 30-34 | 14% |
| 35-39 | 10% |
| 40-49 | 11% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Georgia | 88% |
| Foreign countries | 7% |
| New York | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 60 % |
| Part-Time | 47 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Morrow, Georgia for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Georgia Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 5,083 | 2,824 | 56% | 731 | 26% |
| Men | 1,448 | 827 | 57% | 243 | 29% |
| Women | 3,607 | 1,991 | 55% | 488 | 25% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 450 | 540 |
| SAT Math | 440 | 540 |
| ACT Verbal | 17 | 21 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 22 |
| ACT Composite | 17 | 22 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 74% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 20% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Admissions Phone Number: (770) 961-3500
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 2,962 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 10,278 |
| Books and supplies | $ 2,000 |
Financial Aid:
Clayton State participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 897600)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (770) 961-3511
Clayton State has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 7 | $90,221 | 2 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 3 | $95,815 | 4 | $81,081 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 11 | $70,026 | 9 | $60,791 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 21 | $80,442 | 16 | $68,079 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 6 | $67,329 | 7 | $65,070 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 9 | $64,295 | 10 | $58,828 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 27 | $50,698 | 40 | $48,189 |
| Instructor | academic year | 6 | $36,003 | 9 | $39,042 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 4 | $35,306 | 6 | $35,840 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 52 | $52,091 | 72 | $49,135 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Peach Belt Conference |
| Track | Peach Belt Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 65 | 55 | 120 |
| Track | 20 | 14 | 34 |
| Basketball | 12 | 17 | 29 |
| All Other Sports | 33 | 24 | 57 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
Business/Commerce, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Information Science/Studies
Information Technology
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General
LIBERAL ARTS
History, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Aircraft Powerplant Technology/Technician
Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
MEDICAL ADMINSTRATION
Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other
Hospital and Health Care Facilities Administration/Management
Medical Transcription/Transcriptionist
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
Dental Services and Allied Professions, Other
Medical/Clinical Assistant
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
Music Theory and Composition
Music, General
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
Nursing Administration (MSN, MS, PhD)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
Office Management and Supervision
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Clayton State Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 6% |  |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % of degrees in law (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in office and administration (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 11% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 14% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Tenure system for quality teaching Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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