Claflin University
http://www.claflin.edu400 Magnolia Street, Orangeburg, South Carolina 29115-4498
(803) 535-5000
Claflin University is a comprehensive institution of higher education affiliated with The United Methodist Church. A historically black university founded in 1869, Claflin is committed to providing students with access to exemplary educational opportunities in its undergraduate, graduate and continuing education programs. Claflin seeks to foster a rich community comprised of students, faculty, staff, and administrators who work to nurture and develop the skills and character needed for engaged citizenship and visionary and effective leadership. In its undergraduate programs, Claflin provides students with the essential foundation of a liberal arts education. Emphasizing critical and analytic thinking, independent research, oral and ...show more »
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| Institution Type | 4-year, Private not-for-profit |
| Special Learning Opportunities | ROTC (Army, Air Force) Teacher certification Study abroad Weekend/evening college |
| Student Services | Remedial services Academic/career counseling service Employment services for students Placement services for completers |
| Credit Accepted | Dual credit Credit for life experiences Advanced placement (AP) credits |
| Religious Affiliation | United Methodist |
| Federal Aid | Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans). |
| Degrees/Certificates Offered | Bachelor's degree Master's degree |
| Campus Setting | Town: Distant |
| Disability Services Student | 3% or less |
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At Claflin University, 95.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 97.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $10,777), and 90% receive loans ($8,312 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $6,806. Off campus it is around $7,200. Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Claflin University is $10,817 per year. |
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In Fall 2009, 4,008 people applied to Claflin University. Of the applicants, 36.0% were admitted (36.0% male & 36.0% female ) and 32.0% accepted (27.0% male and 36.0% female) Of the 1,779 undergraduate students at Claflin University, 4.0% are part-time. A majority (83.0%) of the undergrad students are under 25 years of age. And 23.0% of the 81 graduate students are part-time. |
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| Percent of In-State Undergrads | 74.0% |
| Full Time Retention Rate | 72.0% |
| Four-Year Graduation Rate | 36.0% |
| Six-Year Graduation Rate | 55.0% |
| Overall Graduation Rate | 47.0% |
| Admissions | |
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| Yearly Application Deadline | August 1st |
| Admissions Office Phone | 1-803-535-5000 |
| Admissions Office Email | admissions@claflin.edu |
| Admissions Office Address | clafin university, 400 magnolia street, orangeburg,SC 29115 |
| Admissions Transfer URL | http://www.claflin.edu/Admission/Transfer_students.html |
| Admissions Website | http://www.claflin.edu/ (find financial aid info here) |
| Application Website | http://my.claflin.edu/ics/Admissions/ |
| Application Fee | $20 |
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In order to be accepted to Claflin University, you should have:
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| Test Scores | |
| SAT Reading (25th Percentile) | 410 |
| SAT Reading (75th Percentile) | 500 |
| SAT Math (25th Percentile) | 390 |
| SAT Math (75th Percentile) | 490 |
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| Program Name | Certificate | Associate | Bachelor | Master | Doctorate |
| Area, ethnic, cultural, and gender studies | 1 | ||||
| African-American/Black Studies | 0 | ||||
| American/United States Studies/Civilization | 1 | ||||
| Biological and biomedical sciences | 24 | 10 | |||
| Biochemistry | 6 | ||||
| Bioinformatics | 1 | ||||
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | 13 | ||||
| Biotechnology | 4 | 10 | |||
| Business, management, marketing, and related support services | 77 | 25 | |||
| Business Administration and Management, General | 18 | 25 | |||
| Business, Management, Marketing & Related Support Services, Other | 12 | ||||
| Management Information Systems, General | 4 | ||||
| Marketing/Marketing Management, General | 15 | ||||
| Organizational Behavior Studies | 28 | ||||
| Communication, journalism, and related programs | 22 | ||||
| Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other | 0 | ||||
| Mass Communication/Media Studies | 22 | ||||
| Computer and information sciences and support services | 3 | ||||
| Computer Science | 3 | ||||
| Education | 16 | 4 | |||
| Art Teacher Education | 0 | ||||
| Biology Teacher Education | 0 | ||||
| Early Childhood Education and Teaching | 4 | ||||
| Education, General | 4 | ||||
| Elementary Education and Teaching | 9 | ||||
| English/Language Arts Teacher Education | 1 | ||||
| Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching | 0 | ||||
| Mathematics Teacher Education | 0 | ||||
| Music Teacher Education | 2 | ||||
| Engineering | 4 | ||||
| Computer Engineering, General | 4 | ||||
| English language and literature/letters | 6 | ||||
| English Language and Literature, General | 6 | ||||
| History | 5 | ||||
| History, General | 5 | ||||
| Mathematics and statistics | 5 | ||||
| Mathematics, General | 5 | ||||
| Natural resources and conservation | 1 | ||||
| Environmental Science | 1 | ||||
| Parks, recreation, leisure, and fitness studies | 3 | ||||
| Health and Physical Education, General | 0 | ||||
| Sport and Fitness Administration/Management | 3 | ||||
| Philosophy and religious studies | 4 | ||||
| Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other | 4 | ||||
| Physical sciences | 1 | ||||
| Chemistry, General | 1 | ||||
| Security and protective services | 33 | ||||
| Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration | 33 | ||||
| Social sciences | 57 | ||||
| Sociology | 57 | ||||
| Visual and performing arts | 5 | ||||
| Art/Art Studies, General | 4 | ||||
| Fine/Studio Arts, General | 0 | ||||
| Music, General | 1 | ||||
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