Financial Aid Resources and Consumer Information
The following represents information on the institution, financial assistance, campus security, student rights and responsibilities, and the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act at Clayton State University
In accordance with federal regulations set forth by The Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended, below is a summary of consumer information that must be made available to all students at the CSU. Each topic listed gives a brief description of the information that must be disclosed and explains how it can be obtained.
Student Resources
If you have been selected for Verification or are required to submit any additional Financial Aid Documents to be able to review your eligibility, then please log in to Student Forms.
As a financial aid recipient, you have certain rights and responsibilities. Knowing what they are will help you better understand the financial aid process and avoid many of the common mistakes made by students. For more information visit Student Rights and Responsibilities.
The Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA) must be executed by all institutions participating in Title IV financial aid programs including student loan programs and requires a code of conduct with which the institution’s officers, employees, and agents shall comply. Such code must prohibit a conflict of interest with the responsibilities of an officer, employee, or agent of an institution with respect to such loans, and include the provisions set forth in the HEOA related to conflicts. For more information visit Clayton State University Loan Code of Conduct.
If you have an accepted financial aid package that covers your balance due and no outstanding requirements prior to the payment deadline each semester, your enrollment will be protected from the non-payment drop. Book advances are available for an extended period of time to assist with books and supplies. For more information visit our Disbursement Policies Website.
The U.S. Department of Education (ED) regulations require that a student must be enrolled in a degree-seeking program to receive federal financial aid (Grants, Loans, FSEOG, Work Study). Funds will only be disbursed for the courses needed to fulfill the program of study requirements. For more information visit Course Program of Study.
The term Cost of Attendance (COA) refers to an estimate of total expenses that students may incur while attending Clayton State University for the academic year, which will include direct institutional costs as well as indirect costs. For more information visit Clayton State University's Cost of Attendance.
In accordance with federal regulations, Clayton State University establishes a freeze date each semester to determine a student’s enrollment status for disbursing federal grants including the Federal Pell Grant and FSEOG. Funds will only pay for courses that are required for your major and are added before the freeze date. Hours will be frozen at the end of the no-show period. Students must be registered for all parts of term before the freeze date to receive federal grants for those classes. Federal grants will not be adjusted for classes added after hours have been frozen. For more information regarding Freeze Dates visit Financial Aid Freeze Dates.
Federal and state regulations require institutions to develop academic progress standards and review student records to ensure they are complying with these standards and making progress toward their academic goals. For more information visit Satisfactory Academic Progress.
The mission of the Disability Resource Center, in partnership with the university community, is to create an accessible, inclusive campus where students with disabilities have an equal opportunity to fully participate in and benefit from all aspects of the educational environment. For more information visit Disability Services.
Students at Clayton State University can use their federal and state financial aid, including the HOPE scholarship, for study abroad. It may also be possible to use institutional aid; check with a financial aid officer to know what type of aid is available for you. For more information visit, Study Abroad
We know the college admission process can be a little overwhelming. We're here to help. For quick reference, we’ve compiled the answers to our Frequently Asked Questions website.
At Clayton State University, you will be to see a important dates for specific semesters located on the Clayton State University Academic Calendar website.
Every course listed on a student’s official semester schedule as of the end of the schedule change period will be listed on the student’s permanent record with some grade designation or symbol, even though the student may not complete the semester’s work. More information can be found on Clayton State's Grading System website.
To calculate your current grade point average for the semester or to calculate your grade point average for your whole college career, then please the Registrar website.
General Information
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. For more information visit Clayton State University's Academics.