Welcome to CAU Admissions
Dear Prospective Students and Families,
I am delighted to extend a warm and enthusiastic welcome to you on behalf of the Office of Undergraduate Admissions and Recruitment at Clark Atlanta University (CAU).
I am Travis J. Batiste, ABD, M.A., and I have the distinct privilege of serving as the Director of Undergraduate Admissions and Recruitment. It is both an honor and a pleasure to be a part of this esteemed institution, known for its legacy of academic excellence and commitment to fostering future leaders.
At CAU, we are dedicated to providing a transformative educational experience that empowers our students to excel academically, lead ethically, and positively impact society. We believe in the power of knowledge, diversity, and innovation to create a brighter future, and we invite you to embark on this incredible journey with us.
Our admissions team is here to guide you through the application process, answer your questions, and assist you every step of the way. Whether you are a high school student preparing for college, a transfer student seeking new opportunities, or a parent supporting your child's educational aspirations, we are here to support your unique needs and goals.
As you explore CAU, you will discover a vibrant and inclusive community, a diverse range of academic programs, and a faculty committed to your success. Our campus is a place where ideas are nurtured, talents are cultivated, and dreams are realized. We invite you to immerse yourself in our rich history, culture, and traditions while embracing the future we are shaping together.
I encourage you to connect with us, attend our events, and explore our website to learn more about what makes CAU a special place to pursue your higher education journey. Feel free to reach out to our admissions team at any time; we are here to serve you and provide the information you need to make informed decisions about your future.
Thank you for considering Clark Atlanta University as your academic home. We are excited to learn more about you and your aspirations, and we look forward to welcoming you into the CAU family.
Wishing you a successful admissions process and a bright future filled with endless possibilities.
Warm regards,
Travis J. Batiste, ABD, M.A.
Director of Undergraduate Admissions and Recruitment
Office of Student Recruitment and Admissions
Clark Atlanta University
About CAUAdmissions
I Shall Find A Way or Make One
This was the ancient general Hannibal’s response when he was asked how he would cross a mountain range with elephants. Its also a motto that has inspired generations of Clark Atlanta University students. But what does that mean? It begins with your decision to combine confidence, preparation, and commitment.
Clark Atlanta University is in search of finders and makers: innovative, creative, and conscious leaders prepared to address the challenges of their world and communities. This is a training ground for you to develop as a person and professional: combining small class experiences with research, performances, exhibitions, or even hackathons. You will develop strong relationships within the village of students, faculty, staff, and alumni. And with all of that preparation you too will be able to chart your course through your mountains.
With all of your training and the legion of CAU Panther alumni cheering you on–Find a Way or Make One!
Undergraduate Academic Programs
Clark Atlanta University serves a diverse student body Clark Atlanta University offers advanced degree and non-degree certificate programs through our four schools:
- Business
- Education
- Social Work
These schools are focused on leadership development, professional ethics, and the highest caliber of instruction and research excellence.
This 150-year legacy continues as CAU prepares graduate students for distinguished careers in research, teaching, and as experts in the public and private sectors.
A complete application package includes the following credentials:
- Application for Admission:The Clark Atlanta University Application
- Non-refundable $35 application fee payable by credit card, money order, or cashier’s check.
- Official high school transcript(s) or GED certificate.[Applicants taking dual enrollment in high school are also required to submit an official transcript from each college or university attended.]
- Transcripts can be sent using the following options: Parchment (select “Admissions Only”); Clearinghouse; or via email to admissions@cau.edu.
- Test score results from the SAT or ACT[We are currently test optional for all students.]
- International Students from a non-English speaking secondary country may submit the TOEFL or IELTS instead of the ACT or SAT, including WES translation.
Recommended Curriculum:
We consider the applicant’s secondary school academic record, standardized college entrance exams (SAT or ACT), leadership in school and community activities, unique talents and skills, and educational objectives. For admission consideration, an applicant should have a well-balanced college preparatory program that includes the following course work:
- 4units English
- 3units Mathematics
- 3units Electives
- 3unitsNatural Science
- 2 units Social Science
- 2units Foreign Language
- A student may be admitted with less than two units in a foreign language but may be required to take language at CAU depending on the students selected major. We recommend foreign language in preparing for CAU so that students will spend less time fulfilling this requirement through coursework or a placement exam.
Application Deadlines
Fall 2024
- Early Action (Non-binding): application dueNovember 1; students should be notified via email by January 1
- Final Deadline for First Year Students: application due April 15; students notified via email on a rolling, weekly basis
- Transfer Student Deadline for Fall: application dueJune 1
Spring 2025
- Applicants interested in spring enrollment must submit completed application, including supporting documents, byNovember 1.
Additional Information
- Tuition and Fees
Many documents can be submitted online by a counselor through email [admissions@cau.edu] or our online applications. You may choose to mail transcript(s) and recommendations to:
Clark Atlanta University
Office of Admission
223 James P. Brawley Dr. SW
Atlanta, GA 30314
Admission Requirements
Admission Requirements—First-Year Students Important Update: For the current application cycle (Students Entering Fall 2024 and Spring 2025), we will continue our test optional policy.
Students will not be required to submit standardized test scores, and students that may be negatively impacted by their scores will automatically be considered test optional. CAU practices a holistic admission review policy, which considers the applicant’s secondary school academic record, standardized college entrance exams, if available (SAT or ACT), leadership in school and community activities, unique talents and skills, and educational objectives.
We have included data from our most recent class to help you understand the student that had the greatest likelihood to be admitted to Clark Atlanta, not as cutoffs or minimums—just the average.
Class of 2024 Profile (Fall 2021)
- Average GPA: 3.33
- Average Combined SAT: 1036
- Average ACT Composite: 20
How to Apply
TheClark Atlanta University Application is the preferred way to apply. Our application for the spring and fall semesters opens each August 1st. We are a member of The Common ApplicationandCommon Black College Application
When to Apply
First year students sincerely interested in Clark Atlanta University for fall admission should apply between August and October of their senior year. This is our non-binding, Early Action application period.
Students interested in receiving merit scholarships should also apply during this time.
Please note that all application materials should be received before the deadline for Early Action to be considered for scholarships.
Other than Early Action, the deadlines are for the application form only, and we will continue to accept supporting documents [transcripts, recommendations, etc.] after these posted deadlines.
- Early Action (Non-binding): application dueNovember 1; students should be notified via email by January 1
- Final Deadline for First Year Students: application due April 15; students notified via email on a rolling, weekly basis
- Transfer Student Deadline for Fall: application dueJune 1
- Applicants interested in spring enrollment must submit completed application, including supporting documents, byNovember 1.
Transferring to Clark Atlanta University
Clark Atlanta University welcomes applications from students who have attended or are currently attending other universities or colleges and who seek to transfer to CAU.
Non-remedial courses with passing grades, from regionally accredited institutions are generally accepted. The maximum number of credits that can be transferred to the University is ninety (90).
Transfer applicants must be in good standing financially, academically, and in all other areas with their previous regionally accredited institution in order to be admitted to CAU.
Applicants must also complete and submit the following by the designated deadline:
- Clark Atlanta University Applicationwith a $35.00 non-refundable application fee.
- One official transcript from each post-secondary institution(s) attended (transcript must show a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA and 12 transferable credit hours).
- Official final high school transcript(s) from each attended secondary school (graduate date must be present on transcript)
Before beginning the application process, prospective transfer students should be sure they are eligible for transfer admission.
Transfer Admission Requirements
CAU grants admissions to transfer applicants who have 12 or more semester hours (18 quarter hours) and a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.50 or higher on all college work attempted at a previously attended, regionallyaccredited college or university.
An applicant with less than the minimum required hours will be evaluated as a first-time freshman and must submit official final high school records and all college transcripts.
A transfer applicant must complete an application for admission and list all previous colleges and/or universities and must include the records from these institutions. Any applicant who does not include a record from all previously attended institutions is subject to dismissal from the University.
The University requires that transfer applicants demonstrate satisfactory academic achievement, good character, and separation in good standing from all regionally accredited institutions previously attended.
Applicants may not transfer grades below “C.” Transfer applicants must submit all materials by the deadlines established for application to the University for the term for which admission is sought.
How to Apply
Applicants must also complete and submit the following by the designated deadline:
- Clark Atlanta University Application witha $35.00 non-refundable application fee.
- One official transcript from each post-secondary institution(s) attended (transcript must show a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA and 12 transferable credit hours).
- Official final high school transcript(s) from each attended secondary school (graduate date must be present on transcript).
Before beginning the application process, prospective transfer applicants should be sure they are eligible for transfer admissions.
Students commit to Clark Atlanta University by submitting a nonrefundable $275 confirmation fee.
This non-refundable payment deadline is April 15, 2024 for first year students entering the University in the Fall 2024 Semester. It is important to view and accept the student’s financial aid award before paying this fee unless your family intends to pay the full cost of attendance out of pocket.
In that case, the Office of Student Accounts has a variety of methods to accept payments or make payment arrangements.
Follow the Steps on the Fall 2024 Admitted Student Checklist before paying the $275 non-refundable confirmation fee.
After paying the confirmation fee, continue the steps on the Fall 2024 Admitted Student Checklist to submit student health information; apply for housing; and make payment arrangements for the upcoming semester, if necessary.
Click the link below to view the Fall 2024 Admitted Student Checklist
Fall 2024 Admitted Student Checklist
Fall 2024 International Student Checklist
Clark Atlanta has been involved in a partnership with the Community Colleges of California since 2015 and this allows students attending any of the California community or junior colleges to transfer to CAU upon completing their associates with junior status. Further information can be obtained by visiting the programwebsiteor contacting the Office of Undergraduate Admissions and Recruitment at admissions@cau.edu.
View Fall 2024 Admitted Student Checklist
Fall 2024 Readmit Checklist
View Fall 2024 International Student Checklist
Seven (7) business days after paying the confirmation fee, use these instructions to set up your CAU email account:
Navigate tohttps://studentssb-prod.ec.cau.edu/StudentSelfService/login/auth
- Enter your User ID (Student ID) and PIN (in Acceptance letter)
- Click on “Student Profile”
- Write down the information for the CAU email address
Return to www.cau.edu and scroll to the bottom of the page to find“My Password Portal”
- Enter Domain User Name (first part of your email address before @ sign) and click Continue
- Enter 900 number, security verification, and click Continue
- Enter New Password, Confirm New Password, security verification, and click Reset Password
- Password requirements: minimum 13 characters, must contain at least one of the following Letters, 1-Lowercase Letter, and 1 number and/or special character
After you successfully reset your password, you must register for Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA):
- Navigate to www.cau.edu
- Scroll down to the bottom of the page and click on MyCAU
- Enter your CAU email address as your login name
Refer to the following link for assistance with MFA registration: Muli-Factor Authentication Help
After MFA registration is complete, and you successfully log in, you will see the MyApps portal where you can access your email, BannerWeb, Canvas, and other apps
University Admissions
Phone: (404)-880-8000
Email: admissions@cau.edu
223James P. Brawley Drive, S.W.Atlanta, GA 30314
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Schedule Undergraduate Student Tour
Clark Atlanta University is pleased to welcome you on the Student Tour!
Tour Accommodation Guidelines
- Individuals/families tours are limited to three visitors per reservation (one prospective student and two guests).
- Your tour will be facilitated by one of our professional Admissions Representative.
- Visitors are not allowed inside the cafeteria.
- The bookstore and restrooms in the Student Center will be open for guests.
- Masks are required ~ Guests must also provide proof of full vaccination or proof of a negative PCR test within 48 hours of the visit.
Campus Tour Contact Information
Clark Atlanta University
Office of Student Recruitment and Admissions
223 James P. Brawley Drive, SW
Atlanta, Georgia 30314
E-Mail:tours@cau.edu
We request that all guests plan to arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled tour time to avoid any cancellation of tours due to late arrival.
By registering for a campus visit, you are agreeing to abide by the community standards and expectations related to COVID-19 safety guidelines
Schedule your campus visit below now!
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