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Is Clayton State University Worth It?

Morrow, GA · Large suburb · 4,348 students · Data: College Scorecard, June 2026 release

Clayton State University is a Master's University located in large suburb in Morrow, GA. It enrolls approximately 4,348 students. The acceptance rate is 68%, making it moderately selective. 40% of students finish within 6 years (150% of normal time) — mediocre — worth asking why. Median earnings of $49,179 vs. $25,706 in median debt means median debt equals about 6 months of gross pay (estimate). Only 36% of borrowers are making progress on their loans 3 years after leaving school — a warning sign about post-graduation outcomes.

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Source: FIRE 2027 College Free Speech Rankings (student survey fielded 2026 by College Pulse)

Avg Net Price / Year
$8,365
Median Debt at Graduation
$25,706
Median Earnings (10yr)
$49,179
Acceptance Rate
68%
4-yr Grad Rate
40%
Tuition (In-State)
$5,180
Tuition (Out-of-State)
$16,532
3-yr Loan Repayment
36%
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