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Clark Atlanta University

223 James P Brawley, Atlanta, GA 30314

http://www.cau.edu/

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School Description

Provided by Clark Atlanta University

The mission of Clark Atlanta University is to provide a quality undergraduate, graduate and professional education to a student body that is predominantly African-American and also diversified by students from various other racial, ethnic, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. As an institution grounded in the liberal arts, the University is committed to the development of productive and creative students who excel in their chosen careers and who become responsible citizens in their communities and the world.

To achieve its mission, the University attracts and maintains a dedicated faculty that meets high professional standards in teaching, scholarship, research, and service. The University also provides an educational environment in which its students thrive, learn, and develop their potential for leadership and responsible citizenship, and the pursuit and creation of knowledge.

The University maintains an historic relationship with the United Methodist Church and emphasizes sound ethical and moral principles that promote personal integrity and understanding of others.

Clark Atlanta University is a comprehensive, private, urban, coeducational institution of higher education with a predominantly African-American heritage. It offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees as well as certificate programs to students of diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds. It was formed by the consolidation of Atlanta University, which offered only graduate degrees, and Clark College, a four-year undergraduate institution oriented to the liberal arts.

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Clark Atlanta University

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Clark Atlanta University (CAU) is a private, historically black university in Atlanta, Georgia. It was formed in 1988 with the consolidation of Clark College and Atlanta University.

Academics and demographics

Clark Atlanta, a four-year school, offers undergraduate, graduate, specialist and doctoral professional degrees as well as certificate programs.

Schools and colleges

The university operates four colleges.

National ranking

Clark Atlanta was ranked on The Washington Monthly's 2008 list of "Best Colleges and Universities" and the US News & World Report’s list of historically black colleges and universities (No. 24 out of 34 best).

Program accreditation

Clark Atlanta University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and is classified by the Carnegie Foundation as a Research University – High Research Activity.

Campus

CAU’s main campus houses 37 buildings on and is located from the center of Atlanta, Georgia.

Current residential facilities

  • Holmes Hall- Currently offline for renovations
  • Pfeiffer Hall
  • Merner Hall-Currently Offline for renovations
  • Bumstead Hall
  • Ware Hall
  • Beckwith Hall
  • New Residential Apartments- now called "James P. Brawley Hall" when the original James P. Brawley Hall was demolished in 2007
  • Heritage Commons-
  • CAU Suites East / West
  • Gammon Hall / ITC Center

History

Clark Atlanta University was formed by the consolidation of Atlanta University, which offered only graduate degrees, and Clark College, a four-year undergraduate institution oriented to the liberal arts.

Atlanta University

Atlanta University, founded in 1865 by the American Missionary Association, with later assistance from the Freedman's Bureau, was, before consolidation, the nation's oldest graduate institution serving a predominantly African-American student body. By the late 1870s, Atlanta College had begun granting bachelor's degrees and supplying black teachers and librarians to the public schools of the South. In 1929-30, it began offering graduate education exclusively in various liberal arts areas, and in the social and natural sciences. It gradually added professional programs in social work, library science, and business administration. At this same time, Atlanta University affiliated with Morehouse College and Spelman College in a university plan known as the Atlanta University System.

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Quick Facts

Chance of Admission:
Location:
Southeast
Setting:
Large City Setting
Type:
Private
Affiliation:
United Methodist
Size:
Medium (2,000 to 5,000 Undergrad)
Mascot:
Panthers

Students & Campus Life

Undergraduate Enrollment:
3,920
On Campus Housing:
Unavailable
Full Time Students:
98%
Athletic Programs:
Available
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Expenses

Average Tuition:
$ 13,972
Students Receiving Aid:
87%
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Admissions

Application Fee:
$ 35
Selectivity:
Highly Selective
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Degree Programs at Clark Atlanta University

Bachelor's Level Programs

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      • Speech and Rhetorical Studies
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    • Philosophy See more schools with programs in Philosophy
      • General Philosophy
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    • Religion/Religious Studies See more schools with programs in Religion/Religious Studies
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        A program that focuses on the nature of religious belief and specific religious and quasi-religious systems. Includes instruction in phenomenology; the sociology, psychology, philosophy, anthropology, literature and art of religion; mythology; scriptural and textual studies; religious history and politics; and specific studies of particular faith communities and their behavior.
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      • Accounting
        An accounting program provides the tools to practice accounting and to perform related business functions. This program includes instruction in accounting principles and theory, financial accounting, managerial accounting, cost accounting, budget control, tax accounting, legal aspects of accounting, auditing, reporting procedures, statement analysis, planning and consulting, business information systems, accounting research methods, professional standards and ethics, and applications to specific for-profit, public, and non-profit organizations.
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    • Fashion and Apparel See more schools with programs in Fashion and Apparel
      • Fashion/Apparel Design
        A program that prepares individuals to apply artistic principles and techniques to the professional design of commercial fashions, apparel, and accessories, and the management of fashion development projects. Includes instruction in apparel design; accessory design; the design of men's', women's', and children's' wear; flat pattern design; computer-assisted design and manufacturing; concept planning; designing in specific materials; labor and cost analysis; history of fashion; fabric art and printing; and the principles of management and operations in the fashion industry.
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  • Communication & Media

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    • Mass Communication/ Media Studies
      A program that focuses on the analysis and criticism of media institutions and media texts, how people experience and understand media content, and the roles of media in producing and transforming culture. Includes instruction in communications regulation, law, and policy; media history; media aesthetics, interpretation, and criticism; the social and cultural effects of mass media; cultural studies; the economics of media industries; visual and media literacy; and the psychology and behavioral aspects of media messages, interpretation, and utilization.
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  • Education

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      • General Education
        A program that focuses on the general theory and practice of learning and teaching; the basic principles of educational psychology; the art of teaching; the planning and administration of educational activities; school safety and health issues; and the social foundations of education.
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      • Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
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      • Spanish Language Teacher Education
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  • Engineering

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    • Electrical, Electronics and Communi­cations Engineering
      A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of electrical, electronic and related communications systems and their components, including electrical power generation systems; and the analysis of problems such as superconductor, wave propagation, energy storage and retrieval, and reception and amplification.
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    • General Civil Engineering
      A program that generally prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of structural, load-bearing, material moving, transportation, water resource, and material control systems; and environmental safety measures.
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    • General Engineering
      A program that generally prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to solve a wide variety of practical problems in industry, social organization, public works, and commerce.
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  • Health & Medical Services

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  • Interdisciplinary Studies

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    • Mathematics and Computer Science
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  • Life Science

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        Students in this program study general biology at an introductory level. This major provides students with a broad overview of biology and includes instruction in general biology and programs covering a variety of biological specializations.
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  • Mathematics and Statistics

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    • General Mathematics
      A general program that focuses on the analysis of quantities, magnitudes, forms, and their relationships, using symbolic logic and language. Includes instruction in algebra, calculus, functional analysis, geometry, number theory, logic, topology and other mathematical specializations.
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      • General Physics
        A general program that focuses on the scientific study of matter and energy, and the formulation and testing of the laws governing the behavior of the matter-energy continuum. Includes instruction in classical and modern physics, electricity and magnetism, thermodynamics, mechanics, wave properties, nuclear processes, relativity and quantum theory, quantitative methods, and laboratory methods.
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  • Security and Protective Service Careers

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    • Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
      A program that focuses on the criminal justice system, its organizational components and processes, and its legal and public policy contexts. Includes instruction in criminal law and policy, police and correctional systems organization, the administration of justice and the judiciary, and public attitudes regarding criminal justice issues.
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  • Social Sciences

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      • General Political Science and Government
        A general program that focuses on the systematic study of political institutions and behavior. Includes instruction in political philosophy, political theory, comparative government and politics, political parties and interest groups, public opinion, political research methods, studies of the government and politics of specific countries, and studies 0f specific political institutions and processes.
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    • Psychology See more schools with programs in Psychology
      • General Psychology
        A general program that focuses on the scientific study of individual and collective behavior, the physical and environmental bases of behavior, and the analysis and treatment of behavior problems and disorders. Includes instruction in the principles of the various subfields of psychology, research methods, and psychological assessment and testing methods.
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      • Sociology
        A program that focuses on the systematic study of human social institutions and social relationships. Includes instruction in social theory, sociological research methods, social organization and structure, social stratification and hierarchies, dynamics of social change, family structures, social deviance and control, and applications to the study of specific social groups, social institutions, and social problems.
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  • Social Work

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    • General Social Work
      A program that prepares individuals for the professional practice of social welfare administration and counseling, and that focus on the study of organized means of providing basic support services for vulnerable individuals and groups. Includes instruction in social welfare policy; case work planning; social counseling and intervention strategies; administrative procedures and regulations; and specific applications in areas such as child welfare and family services, probation, employment services, and disability counseling.
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  • Technology

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      • Computer and Information Sciences
        A general program that focuses on computing, computer science, and information science and systems as part of a broad and/or interdisciplinary program. Such programs are undifferentiated as to title and content and are not to be confused with specific programs in computer science, information science, or related support services.
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Master's Level Programs

  • Arts & Humanities

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    • English Language and Literature See more schools with programs in English Language and Literature
      • English Composition
        A program that focuses on the principles of English vocabulary, grammar, morphology, syntax and semantics; and techniques of selecting, developing, arranging, combining and expressing ideas in appropriate written forms.
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    • Foreign Languages See more schools with programs in Foreign Languages
      • French Language and Literature
        A program that focuses on the French language and related dialects and creoles. Includes instruction in French philology, Metropolitan French, Canadian French, African and Caribbean Creoles, French regional dialects, and applications in business, science/technology, and other settings.
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      • Spanish Language and Literature
        A program that focuses on the Spanish language and related dialects. Includes instruction in Spanish philology, Modern Castillan, various Latin American dialects, regional Spanish dialects, and applications in business, science/technology, and other settings.
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  • Business

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      • Accounting
        An accounting program provides the tools to practice accounting and to perform related business functions. This program includes instruction in accounting principles and theory, financial accounting, managerial accounting, cost accounting, budget control, tax accounting, legal aspects of accounting, auditing, reporting procedures, statement analysis, planning and consulting, business information systems, accounting research methods, professional standards and ethics, and applications to specific for-profit, public, and non-profit organizations.
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      • Business Administration and Management
        Generally, this program prepares individuals to plan, organize, direct, and control a firm or organization. To aid them in taking a leading role in business, individuals in this program study management theory, human resources management and behavior, accounting and other quantitative methods, purchasing and logistics, organization and production, marketing, and business decision-making.
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  • Education

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      • Educational Leadership and Administration
        A program that focuses on the general principles and techniques of administering a wide variety of schools and other educational organizations and facilities, supervising educational personnel at the school or staff level, and that may prepare individuals as general administrators and supervisors.
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    • General Education See more schools with programs in General Education
      • Curriculum and Instruction
        A program that focuses on the curriculum and related instructional processes and tools, and that may prepare individuals to serve as professional curriculum specialists. Includes instruction in curriculum theory, curriculum design and planning, instructional material design and evaluation, curriculum evaluation, and applications to specific subject matter, programs or educational levels.
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    • Special Needs Education See more schools with programs in Special Needs Education
      • Education/Teaching of Individuals with Specific Learning Disabilities
        A program that focuses on the design of educational services for children or adults with specific learning disabilities which adversely affect their educational performance and that may prepare individuals to teach such students. Includes instruction in identifying students with specific learning disabilities, developing individual education plans, teaching and supervising students with specific learning disabilities, counseling, and applicable laws and policies.
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    • Teacher Training See more schools with programs in Teacher Training
      • English/Language Arts Teacher Education
        A program that prepares individuals to teach English grammar, composition and literature programs at various educational levels.
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      • Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
        A program that prepares individuals to teach students in the middle, intermediate or junior high grades, which may include grades four through nine by regulation.
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      • Mathematics Teacher Education
        A program that prepares individuals to teach mathematics programs at various educational levels.
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      • Other Education
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      • Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
        A program that prepares individuals to teach general science programs, or a combination of the biological and physical science subject matter areas, at various educational levels.
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  • Interdisciplinary Studies

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    • Mathematics and Computer Science
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  • Library Professions

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    • Library Science/Librarianship
      A program that focuses on the knowledge and skills required to develop, organize, store, retrieve, administer, and facilitate the use of local, remote, and networked collections of information in print, audiovisual, and electronic formats and that prepares individuals for professional service as librarians and information consultants.
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  • Life Science

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      • Biology/Biological Sciences
        Students in this program study general biology at an introductory level. This major provides students with a broad overview of biology and includes instruction in general biology and programs covering a variety of biological specializations.
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  • Natural Sciences

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    • Chemistry See more schools with programs in Chemistry
      • General Chemistry
        A general program that focuses on the scientific study of the composition and behavior of matter, including its micro- and macro-structure, the processes of chemical change, and the theoretical description and laboratory simulation of these phenomena.
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    • Physics See more schools with programs in Physics
      • General Physics
        A general program that focuses on the scientific study of matter and energy, and the formulation and testing of the laws governing the behavior of the matter-energy continuum. Includes instruction in classical and modern physics, electricity and magnetism, thermodynamics, mechanics, wave properties, nuclear processes, relativity and quantum theory, quantitative methods, and laboratory methods.
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  • Security and Protective Service Careers

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    • Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
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  • Social Sciences

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    • Area, Ethnic, Cultural, and Gender Studies See more schools with programs in Area, Ethnic, Cultural, and Gender Studies
      • African-American/Black Studies
        African-American Studies focuses on the history, sociology, politics, culture, and economics of the African-Americans. The program focuses on the African-Americans of the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean but also including reference to Latin American African-Americans.
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    • International Relations and Affairs See more schools with programs in International Relations and Affairs
      • International Relations and Affairs
        A program that focuses on the systematic study of international politics and institutions, and the conduct of diplomacy and foreign policy. Includes instruction in international relations theory, foreign policy analysis, national security and strategic studies, international law and organization, the comparative study of specific countries and regions, and the theory and practice of diplomacy.
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    • Psychology See more schools with programs in Psychology
      • Counseling Psychology
        A program that prepares individuals for the independent professional practice of psychological counseling, involving the rendering of therapeutic services to individuals and groups experiencing psychological problems and exhibiting distress symptoms. Includes instruction in counseling theory, therapeutic intervention strategies, patient/counselor relationships, testing and assessment methods and procedures, group therapy, marital and family therapy, child and adolescent therapy, supervised counseling practice, ethical standards, and applicable regulations.
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    • Sociology See more schools with programs in Sociology
      • Sociology
        A program that focuses on the systematic study of human social institutions and social relationships. Includes instruction in social theory, sociological research methods, social organization and structure, social stratification and hierarchies, dynamics of social change, family structures, social deviance and control, and applications to the study of specific social groups, social institutions, and social problems.
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  • Social Work

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    • General Social Work
      A program that prepares individuals for the professional practice of social welfare administration and counseling, and that focus on the study of organized means of providing basic support services for vulnerable individuals and groups. Includes instruction in social welfare policy; case work planning; social counseling and intervention strategies; administrative procedures and regulations; and specific applications in areas such as child welfare and family services, probation, employment services, and disability counseling.
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    • Public Administration
      A program that prepares individuals to serve as managers in the executive arm of local, state, and federal government; and that focuses on the systematic study of executive organization and management. Includes instruction in the roles, development, and principles of public administration; the management of public policy; executive-legislative relations; public budgetary processes and financial management; administrative law; public personnel management; professional ethics; and research methods.
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Students

General

Full-Time vs. Part-Time
Full-Time 98%
Part-Time 2%
Men vs. Women
Women 77%
Men 23%
Race/Ethnicity
African-American 92%
Other 8%
Hispanic 0%
Asian 0%
Caucasian 0%

Geography

In State vs. Out-of-State
Out-of-State 74%
In-State 26%
Top States for Incoming Freshman
Georgia 26%
California 12%
New York 8%
Illinois 5%
Maryland 4%
Percent of Students International: 0%

Housing

On-Campus Housing Available: No

Athletics

Member of: NAA, NCAA
Sports Include: Football (Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conf)
Basketball (Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conf)
Baseball (Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conf)
Track (Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference)
Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) Expenses  
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads:
 $ 13,972    
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads:
 $ 550    
Financial Aid Avg. Amount Received % of Students Receiving Aid  
Federal Grants:
 $ 2,956 52%  
State and Local Grants:
 $ 1,537 24%  
Institutional Grants:
 $ 7,602 15%  
Student Loans:
 $ 3,510 84%  
Any Aid:
   87%  

Selectivity (Undergraduate Only)

Acceptance Rate: 47% (Highly Selective)
Test Scores  
SAT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting SAT Scores: 63%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Verbal: 330, Math: 360
Top 75th Percentile: Verbal: 593, Math: 580

Application Requirements (Undergraduate Only)

Application Fee: $ 35.00
Formal Demonstration of Competencies: Not Required
High School Diploma or Equivalent: Recommended
High School GPA: Required
High School Rank: Not Required
High School Record: Required
Recommendations: Required
TOEFL: Required
Test Scores: Required

College Advice

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BabyGirl
BabyGirl

Question: clark atlanta university or spelman?

i have been accepted to both colleges and i can't decide where to go
32 months ago
J
J

Best Answer

It all depends on what you are looking for. I graduated from Morehouse so I have a pretty objective view about both school. Clark Atlanta is a University so depending on what major you want like Mass Comm. or Journalism you may opt to go to CAU. The social scene is good and the school is co ed. My friend who is a recent graduate of Clark explained that the school is going through some things as far as the adminstration and accrediation so you may want to be wary of that. Spelman is a school that if you are looking for sisterhood and becoming part of a lifelong legacy you want to consider. It has several prominent alums, it has a beautiful campus and its right next to Morehouse so if you the single sex thing turns you off, dont worry cause Morehouse and Spelman are pratically the same campus. I have had girlfriends at both schools and CAU is a great school however I feel that the experience you would get a Spelman would be a once and lifetime experience. CAU, Hampton and Howard all provide similar experiences with some variations in academic rigor. If I had a younger sister, I would definitely say Spelman. You can always cross register at CAU if you want the Co Ed experience. Bottom line whereever you go in the AUC will be great.
Clarky
Clarky

Question: How do the dorms look at Clark Atlanta University?

I will be going there in the fall!
35 months ago
scrabblemaven
scrab...

Best Answer

the best way to know would be to visit the campus. Call the admission's office and they will arrange for you to see the layout of a basic room or even tour of most of the dorms.
xxdshawtyxx
xxdshaw...

Question: Do I have a snowballl's chance in hell at getting into Clark Atlanta University???

I'm not exactly My class valedictorian or anything but I'm not too shabby in the academic department I'm in the top 20% in my class My GPA is around a 2.9 My SAT score was 1260 and my ACT was 19 But....I have NO extra curricular activities and 0 volunteer hours. Since my sophmore year in HS ALL of my free time has been devoted to my Job.......... I've been accepted to 3 universities so I do have something to fall back on but still....what do you think?
36 months ago
MISS KNIGHT
MISS ...

Best Answer

The admissions criteria for clark atlanta are : * GPA: 2.5 on 4.0 scale * Test Scores: 900 SAT; 19 ACT So you are definately a great candidate.
Pamela M
Pamela M

Question: Is Brenau University a good school to earn a degree in education?

I want to transfer to a private school and I am torn between Brenau University and Clark Atlanta.
36 months ago
Dr_Adventure
Dr_Ad...

Best Answer

Clark certainly has a better reputation....I've actually never heard of Brenau.
honeyb8726
honeyb8726

Question: Clark Atlanta University?

Who has attended this schoool? Did you like it? Pros and cons?
41 months ago
Yucifer
Yucifer

Best Answer

hello. This is classified as a "historically black college". that being said i beieve that they provide a "sound" education and the location is good. However, I wouldn't expect to have ivy-leauge educated professors or classmates with 4.0s. Disclaimer: I have neither attended the school nor known any graduates.
honeyb8726
honeyb8726

Question: Anyone here currently in college? What is it like? I start next Monday as a freshman?

Im going to Clark Atlanta University and if anyone else here goes or went there before, what is it like? How long are the classes? I want to major in business and fashion design. What classses should I take? I need answers.
41 months ago
Rainey
Rainey

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First, take the time to review the curriculum. The first year or two are pretty standard so you are taking pretty generic classes ie. Eng, Math, Science etc. Next research some possible places you'd like to internship at (say within your Junior or Senior year), understand their expectations and requirements and push for it. These places could possibly be your future employers Finally, enjoy this time because when its over....its over. So dont stress the small stuff, dont get caught up in things that wont matter a year from now, stay focused and disciplined. A lot of people fall off because they dont have their parents to tell them to get up and go to school...you finally run your own life do it right. And unless your dying there's no reason not to attend class ( BTW dying does not include upset stomach, headache, heartache, toothache). Always attend class!! Good Luck to you! God Bless!
RockStar Princess
RockSta...

Question: Does anyone know how hard it is to get into Clark Atlanta University?

I am an upcoming highschool senior and I want to attend CAU fall of 2007. I was wondering if anyone could tell me how early I should start applying, about financial aid, and overall is CAU a difficult school to get in? Oh and what is a good GPA and SAT/ACT to have to get accepted?? Thanks!
43 months ago
babyg1rl007
babyg...

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I am an alumnus of CAU. It's not going to be extremely hard to get into CAU (not to mistaken for easy because by no means is it easy). If you seem like the average high school student with some extra curricular activities and a half descent SAT or ACT score, you should be ok. I would aim for a B- (2.66 and above) average and a score in the 960-1050 SAT and 18-22 ACT score range. With that range, I got into CAU, Hampton University, Johnson C. Smith University and Florida A&M University (the only schools I applied to). Do not wait until the last minute to apply to any school. Right now is a great time to collect the applications and know their requirements and which essays you will have to write. The best way to know when to send off the application is to check the cut off date. I would send them off around Thanksgiving and at the latest Christmas so that the second half of your senior year is dedicated to waiting for the letters to roll in instead of stressing over deadlines. You're going to have at least 2 issues with any HBCU's financial aid office (including CAU)- slow and unorganized. Whatever you do, fill out whatever you need early. And if you're having any complications, visit and call often. Make sure they know who you are from 20 paces. But I have to stress that these people are under a lot of pressure and it's best if you're nice but firm with them. They are cursed out almost every semester by students and parents alike. Just go in with an open mind. The most important thing you need to be worried about is if the school is going to nurture your major interest. I fell in love with North Carolina A&T but their Journalism department was a wing of their English department when I visited WAY back in '99. Plus, the school's major focus is toward science and technology. At CAU, their Mass Media Arts department is always one of the top three majors at the University. CAU's interest was my interest and that's why I chose CAU. It's probably the best decision I ever made. That should be your main concern. Everything else will fall into place. Go Panthers!
Smart Hustler
Smart H...

Question: what is the best way to get in to Clark Atlanta University?

What courses do I take in High school and what recommendations should I get Thanks in Advance for your answers
44 months ago
Gface15
Gface15

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Clark is not that deep, I go to CAU and all you need is over a 2.5 in college prep course and at least a 950 on the SAT. Extracurricular Activities are an excellent add on and your personal essay makes or breaks you usually. Good Luck in trying to become a CAU Panther!
jazzyt30034
jazzyt3...

Question: which is a better school: Clark atlanta university or tennessee state university?

46 months ago
Doclkk
Doclkk

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Honestly - probably Tennessee State. If you're looking to do a specific major then you should do some homework on both schools. As for overall - yea - Tenn State. But Atlanta seems like a way better town (by better, I mean more to do and more fun) than anything in Tennessee - so consider your options.

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