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Clark Atlanta University

Atlanta, GA cau.edu 3,482 students

Clark Atlanta University's campus is located in the heart of Atlanta, offering students access to the vibrant cultural and professional opportunities of the city. As a historically black university, CAU fosters a strong sense of community and tradition among its students. The university is known for its research focus, providing students with opportunities to engage in advanced studies. Its location within the Atlanta University Center allows for collaboration and interaction with students from other HBCUs.

Programs
9
Analyzed in dataset
Earnings
$25,386
Average graduate, 1 yr after
Tuition
$26,446
Sticker price (est.)

Financial Aid

The sticker price is rarely what families actually pay. Clark Atlanta University's grant and scholarship aid lowers the net price for most income brackets. 69% of students receive Pell Grants; 88% take federal loans.

Net Price by Family Income

Academic Year 2025
Income Bracket Avg Net Price 4-Year Net Cost
$0 – $30K $33,555 $134,220
$30K – $48K $34,611 $138,444
$48K – $75K $37,249 $148,996
$75K – $110K $38,230 $152,920
$110K+ $39,940 $159,760
Sticker price (no aid) $26,446 $105,784
Net price = tuition + fees + room & board minus grants and scholarships, by reported family-income bracket. Source: IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey via College Scorecard.

Programs at Clark Atlanta University

9 degree programs ranked by DegreeOutlook Score. Click any program for AI scenario analysis and 10-year earnings projections.

Degree Program DW Score 1-yr Earnings AI Risk ROI
Business Administration
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43
$30,518/yr High 4.2x
Criminal Justice
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38
$27,715/yr Moderate 3.5x
Political Science
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30
$28,554/yr Very High 1.7x
Social Work Compare across schools →
28
$27,016/yr Moderate 3.9x
Psychology
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25
$22,328/yr High 3.6x
Biology
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23
$24,763/yr High 3.4x
Radio, Television, and Digital Communication Compare across schools →
23
$21,413/yr High 2.9x
Curriculum and Instruction Compare across schools →
18
$25,194/yr Very High 1.4x
Design
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17
$20,974/yr High 1.7x

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