Claflin University

Orangeburg, SC • privateDII | Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association
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Overview

Institution Type
private
Campus Setting
Town (Town: Distant )
Student Population
Undergrad: 2,008 • Total: 2,116
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
400 Magnolia Street
Orangeburg, SC
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Website
Region
Southeast
Carnegie Classification
Carnegie Code: 32

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 572 (28.5%) • Female: 1,436 (71.5%)
Race/Ethnicity Distribution
Asian 4 0.2%
Black/African American 1,751 87.2%
Hispanic/Latino 18 0.9%
White 38 1.9%
Two or More Races 1 0.0%
International 49 2.4%
Special Designation
Historically Black College or University (HBCU)

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
72.6%
5,078 admitted from 6,999 applicants
Standardized Testing Policy
Test Flexible
Application Types Offered
RD
Application Requirements
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
RD: 04/03/2026

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
49.1%
4-Year Graduation Rate
35.8%
Freshman Retention Rate
79.0%
Student-Faculty Ratio
17.3:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
$29,876
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
Tuition: $16,476
Room & Board
$1,900
Books & Supplies
$11,500
Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)
$0-30,000 $19,663
$30,001-48,000 $21,021
$48,001-75,000 $25,768
$75,001-110,000 $25,952
$110,001+ $26,086
Students Receiving Pell Grants
97%
Average Grant/Scholarship Aid
$21,232

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
Division II
Conference
Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association
Men's Sports (5)
Baseball Basketball Cross Country Track and Field (Indoor) Track and Field (Outdoor)
Women's Sports (6)
Basketball Cross Country Softball Track and Field (Indoor) Track and Field (Outdoor) Volleyball
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