Clayton State University Demographics & Diversity Overview

86%
Minority Students
69%
Female Students
2%
International
15
States Represented

Race & Ethnicity

Clayton State University has a diverse student body with 86% students of color and 2% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.

Racial & Ethnic Composition

White
13.1%(684)
Hispanic
11.6%(605)
African American
62.0%(3,230)
Asian
7.1%(369)
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%(13)
Pacific Islander
0.1%(7)
Two or More Races
2.9%(149)
Unknown
2.9%(153)

Diversity Highlights

Students of Color86%
Total Enrollment5,847
International Students2%

Cultural Engagement

Clayton State University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.

Gender Distribution

Clayton State University has a gender distribution of 69% female students and 31% male students.

Overall Gender Distribution

Men
31.1%(1,644)
Women
68.9%(3,639)

Gender Statistics

Men1,644

28% of total enrollment

Women3,639

62% of total enrollment

Age Distribution

Clayton State University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 36% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 31% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.

Undergraduate Ages

Under 18
12.5%(661)
18-19
17.5%(924)
20-21
18.3%(969)
22-24
20.3%(1,072)
25+
31.4%(1,657)

Graduate Student Ages

20-21
1.1%(6)
22-24
14.4%(81)
25+
84.6%(477)

Age Diversity Insights

36%

Traditional Age (18-21)

31%

Non-Traditional (25+)

10%

Graduate Students

Geographic Diversity

Clayton State University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 2% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 106% in-state residents, -9% out-of-state students, and 2% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.

Geographic Origin

In-State
97.8%(541)
International
2.2%(12)

Regional Representation

In-State541

106% of student body

International12

2% of student body

States Represented

15 states are represented on campus.

Diversity Metrics

Ethnic Diversity

86%

Students of Color

Gender Balance

69%

Female Students

Global Reach

2%

International

Age Diversity

31%

Non-Traditional Age