Clayton State University

Clayton State University opened in 1969 as Clayton Junior College, with Dr. Harry S. Downs as the founding president. The Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia elevated the institution to baccalaureate status (as Clayton State College) in 1986, to university status (as Clayton College & State University) in 1996 and approved the present name on May 18, 2005.

At Clayton State, dreams are made real every day in our top-ranked, highly engaged programs. Students have many opportunities for not only classroom learning but experiential learning as well, guided by award-winning faculty—faculty who get to know you and your plans for the future.

• 60+ undergraduate majors and minors
• 8 master’s degrees and 15+ master’s concentrations

The Office of Institutional Research is responsible for consistent, accurate, and timely official reporting of Clayton State institutional information; using research and analysis in support of institutional management, assessment and planning; to facilitate decision-making and institutional improvement.

While at Clayton State, your job is to explore. To discover your strengths and define what you want to do with them. To seize opportunities that come your way. Our job in Career Services is to help make all of that possible for you. At every stage of your college career, we provide the resources you need for success both during your time here and in your professional life after graduation. From resume building and interview guidance to career fairs, internships and career coaching, there is no shortage of pathways to making your dream real.