Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
72.55%
SAT Average
Not available
ACT Range
Not available
Claflin University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 72.55%. This means approximately 726 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 1,727 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
72.55%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $17,046 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $17,046 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $33,538 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $21,232 | State avg: $16,137. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 72.61% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 71.41% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Claflin University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$17,046
Room and board
$9,480
Books and supplies
$1,900
Other expenses
$5,250
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$33,538
Average net price
$21,232
Average aid coverage
37%
$12,306 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Claflin University pays approximately $21,232 per year after grants and aid. This is above the South Carolina average of $16,137 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Claflin University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to South Carolina and national averages.
Claflin University net price
$21,232
South Carolina average
$16,137
National average
$17,506
Claflin University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $17,046 and average net price at $21,232. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$17,046
Current net price
$21,232
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
49.13%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$40,304
Undergraduates
1,727
10-Year Median Earnings - Claflin University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Claflin University graduates earn about 0.9x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Claflin University?
Undergraduates
1,727
Completion rate
49.13%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
72.61%
Above national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
71.41%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 72.61% of Claflin University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 71.41% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Claflin University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Claflin University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Claflin University lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Claflin University is listed at 400 Magnolia Street, Orangeburg, SC 29115-4498. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare Claflin University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Claflin University | 72.55% | $17,046 | $21,232 | $40,304 |
| Medical University of South Carolina | Not available | Not available | Not available | $88,420 |
| Citadel Military College of South Carolina | 98.09% | $37,370 | $21,002 | $72,085 |
| Clemson University | 38.05% | $39,498 | $22,112 | $71,513 |
| Wofford College | 58.59% | $54,100 | $28,984 | $68,964 |
Similar Schools in Orangeburg
This local cluster focuses on nearby Orangeburg schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Orangeburg.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Claflin University's acceptance rate?
Claflin University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 72.55%.
How much is Claflin University tuition?
Claflin University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $17,046.
What is Claflin University's average net price?
Claflin University's average net price in the local dataset is $21,232.
What does Claflin University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $19,663 for Claflin University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Claflin University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $40,304 for Claflin University.
Is Claflin University accredited?
Claflin University's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend Claflin University?
The local dataset lists 1,727 undergraduate students at Claflin University.
What percentage of Claflin University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Claflin University in the local dataset is 72.61%.
What is the federal loan rate at Claflin University?
The federal loan rate for Claflin University in the local dataset is 71.41%.
Where should I verify Claflin University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Claflin University or the latest official federal education data.