Discover Clayton State University
Morrow, Georgia
Clayton State University is a State Institution. It is a public and non-profit institution. The institution offers a variety of on-campus, and online programs—including BSN, RN to BSN, MSN, NP, and Post Grad Certificate degrees. Programs are accredited by the CCNE and the institution is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. Clayton State University admits 0% of applicants and graduates 43% of its students.
Contact Info
- Clayton State University, 2000 Clayton State Boulevard, Morrow, Georgia 30260, US
- 1-678-466-4000
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Quick Overview
- $13,050 Undergraduate Tuition
- $16,393 Graduate Tuition
- 0% Acceptance Rate
- 43% Graduation Rate
Student Demographics
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Nursing Programs
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Family Nurse Practitioner FNP
- Online BSN to MSN Program
- $18,565 In-State Tuition
- 47 Credits
- 24 Months
- 3.00 GPA Required
- 585 Clincal Hours
- 4.4 Program Score
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Family Nurse Practitioner FNP
- Online MSN to Post Grad Certificate Program
- $14,220 In-State Tuition
- 36 Credits
- 24 Months
- 3.00 GPA Required
- 585 Clincal Hours
- 4.2 Program Score
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RN to BSN
- Online BSN Program
- $5,220 In-State Tuition
- 30 Credits
- 12 Months
- 2.00 GPA Required
- 4.4 Program Score
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Traditional BSN
- On-Campus BSN Program
- $20,880 In-State Tuition
- 120 Credits
- 48 Months
- 2.80 GPA Required
- 4.3 Program Score
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Clayton State University is a public university in Morrow, Georgia. The institution was founded in 1969 and was originally known as Clayton Junior College. The university serves Metro Atlanta and is a selective Senior Unit of the University System of Georgia. The main campus is surrounded by 192 acres of wooded grounds, featuring five lakes and a park-like atmosphere. In 2005, the name was changed to Clayton State University. The Nursing Program was founded in 1969 and has provided quality nursing education since it was established. The Nursing Program is renowned for having one of the most diverse student populations in the country while consistently achieving a high NCLEX pass rate among its graduates.
Nursing Programs at Clayton State University
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- BSN - RN Completion Track
- Dual Bachelors: Nursing and Healthcare Management
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
- Post Masters Certificate: FNP
NCLEX Pass Rates
The remarkable NCLEX success rates of Clayton State's BSN graduates attest to the school's dedication to providing top-notch nursing education. In May 2023, the NCLEX Pass rate was 89.40%. While in the December 2023 graduation class, the NCLEX pass rate was 95.83%.
Hands-On Learning Experience
Some of the perks of studying at Clayton State's Nursing Programs include individualized classes, nursing labs, simulation centers, clinical facilities, community-based organizations, and specialized education units in hospitals within a 50-mile radius of the main campus. Additionally, Piedmont Healthcare centers prioritize student placement at the Fayette campus, providing students with first-rate clinical experiences and practical learning opportunities. As a result of this varied and immersive approach to education, nursing students gain a wide range of skills and practical experience, preparing them for success in the nursing field.
Mode of Learning
The BSN program is offered on campus, while the RN to BSN, MSN, and graduate certificate programs are offered online to accommodate the schedules of working students.
Admission/Acceptance Rate
The university's application and admission processes are not the same as the nursing application process. Space is limited, and admission is competitive.
Note: Clayton State University's MSN Family Nurse Practitioner program cannot accept NP applicants from eCompact states; however, all clinical rotations/preceptorships must be completed in the state of Georgia.
Accreditation
The baccalaureate and master's degree programs in nursing at Clayton State University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
Edited by Joe V
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