Clark Atlanta University

Atlanta, GA · private nonprofit

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Admissions

Admit rate64.6%
Applicants
Middle-50% SAT—–—
Middle-50% ACT—–—
Avg GPA
Test policy
Avg net price / yr$35,115
Grad rate48%
Median earnings (10 yr)$42,712
Sourcescorecard_bulk · 2025

Application requirements

Early Action2025-11-01
Regular / Rolling2026-04-15
Application fee$35 (US) · $55 (intl)
Personal essayRequired
Test policysometimes required
Teacher recommendations1
Counselor recommendationRequired

Source: Common App first-year Requirements Grid, 2025-26 cycle. Confirm on the college's site — requirements can change mid-cycle.

Supplemental essays

Answer 1 of 2 — max 250 words each.

  1. The communities we belong to shape our values, our aspirations, and who we are as people. Share a story of the community that has impacted you the most and how it will influence what you will bring to the Clark community.
  2. At Clark, we are a force for change. We work together to improve the lives of others and the future of our planet. Share a story of how you’ve worked with others to make a positive impact.

Copied verbatim from the school's official admissions page (2025-26 cycle).