by our College Data Analytics TeamIs CAU worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
CAU is ranked #3,022 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Georgia, it ranks #95 of 99 for value.
These CAU majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Other Radio, Television Digital Communication | #19 of 22 |
| Fashion Design | #54 of 64 |
| Radio, Television & Digital Communication | #147 of 158 |
| Communications / Public Relations | #147 of 158 |
| Design & Applied Arts | #305 of 344 |
| Performing Arts | #305 of 344 |
| Criminal Justice Studies | #415 of 425 |
| Social Work | #431 of 436 |
| Public Administration | #543 of 552 |
| Criminal Justice & Corrections | #624 of 638 |
Read the full CAU value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Clark Atlanta University is ranked #77 out of #100 in Georgia for quality and #95 out of #99 for Georgia value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the CAU financial aid page to be sure.
Clark Atlanta University is ranked #3,022 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Clark Atlanta University is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at CAU costs about $38,479. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $153,914 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $43,676 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $37,702 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $38,479 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $153,914 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the CAU net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
What CAU costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a CAU degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $174,704 | — | — |
| All Students | $153,914 | #3,022 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $150,808 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $174,704 | — | — |
| All Students | $153,914 | #95 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $150,808 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at CAU shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $33,555 |
| $30K–$48K | $34,611 |
| $48K–$75K | $37,249 |
| $75K–$110K | $38,230 |
| Over $110K | $39,940 |
About 87% of CAU undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $14,599 per year. Get more details on the CAU financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average CAU cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.