C+
Above Average
Score: 56/100
Claflin University
4-Year
Private Non-Profit
HBCU
📍 Orangeburg, South Carolina 29115
Quick Stats
1,835
Total Enrollment
49%
Graduation Rate
79%
Retention Rate
13.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
73%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors
The Claflin University Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $126,872
- Avg rent near campus: $1,016/mo — vs ~$448/mo campus room rate
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 29018 (6.6% cap, Bowman)
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Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $16,476 | $16,476 |
| Room | $4,030 | |
| Board | $5,450 | |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $33,676 | $33,676 |
Financial Aid
98%
Receive Any Aid
95%
Receive Pell Grants
73%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Psychology, General
69 grads/yr
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
31 grads/yr
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
31 grads/yr
Business Administration and Management, General
29 grads/yr
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
25 grads/yr
Early Childhood Program Administration
15 grads/yr
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General
13 grads/yr
Family Practice Nurse/Nursing
11 grads/yr
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
11 grads/yr
Mass Communication/Media Studies
11 grads/yr
Computer Engineering, General
11 grads/yr
Organizational Behavior Studies
10 grads/yr
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other
8 grads/yr
Sociology, General
8 grads/yr
Political Science and Government, General
8 grads/yr
Biochemistry
7 grads/yr
Computer Science
7 grads/yr
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
5 grads/yr
Curriculum and Instruction
5 grads/yr
Music, General
5 grads/yr
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Claflin University's top programs commonly pursue.
Managers, all other
$137k/yr
1,333,700 jobs
Psychologists, all other
$118k/yr
55,300 jobs
Industrial-organizational psychologists
$110k/yr
5,600 jobs
Clinical and counseling psychologists
$96k/yr
76,300 jobs
Psychology teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr
52,500 jobs
Social science research assistants
$58k/yr
40,600 jobs
First-line supervisors of police and detectives
$106k/yr
160,800 jobs
First-line supervisors of correctional officers
$76k/yr
57,100 jobs
Student Demographics
1,835
Total Students
73%
Women
88%
Traditional Age (18-24)
👥 Race & Ethnicity
White
1%
Hispanic
1%
Black
89%
Non-Resident
3%
🏠 Living Arrangements
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person
88%
Fully Online
12%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)
88%
25-64 (Adult)
10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Claflin University?
Claflin University has an acceptance rate of 73%.
This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Claflin University?
Tuition at Claflin University is
$16,476 for in-state students
and $16,476 for out-of-state students
.
What is the graduation rate at Claflin University?
The graduation rate at Claflin University is 49%.
This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Claflin University a good school?
Claflin University has a Repit College Score of 56/100 (Grade: C+).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
- Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (A+): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Claflin University?
Claflin University has a total enrollment of 1,835 students.
Most students (88%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
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