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  • 10 out of 10 people found this review useful.

    Michael from Columbia, SC

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    Yes, I've learn so much that I earn 20 credit hrs. as a first semester freshmen in the spring of 2009, and haved accumulated a 3.33 GPA.
    Am enjoying being here

    Yes, enjoying every minute and opportunity that claflin presents me with. The SGA events are nice and so are the school events.
    Bang for the buck

    Yes, expensive though but the education you will obtain is priceless and prosperous.
    Tips for prospective students

    Have plenty confidence and aim high as the sky for your goals and dreams, and never look back and keep moving forward to success.
    Great for these types of students

    The educational experience is outstanding; were rated number one out of all HBCU's in the nation, according to Forbes magazine, and our goal is to become the worlds visionaries

  • 7 out of 7 people found this review useful.

    Ayana from Atlanta, GA

    Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.

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    Will learn a lot

    Yes you will. Since Claflin is one of your smaller institution the student teacher ratio is excellent and your not just a number.
    Tips for prospective students

    If you want to be here come and tell someone
    Great for these types of students

    If you like small ,family- oriented kind of things this is the place for you. You like close relationships with people.

  • 5 out of 5 people found this review useful.

    Jontee from Rockville, VA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    At Claflin, you get a lot of hands on experience that come with your classes. The university if small so there is a lot of teacher-student interaction, and the students get to have a more personal relationship with their professors.
    Am enjoying being here

    Although Claflin is a small school, it is a beautiful campus and a nice environment to be around. You have a chance to build good friendships at this institution, and the campus is more of a community than anything else. Everybody knows everyone, and campus like is always buzzing, with something always going on such as cook outs,contests, and just a flat out good time.
    Tips for prospective students

    Claflin is a private institution, so it is more money, but I feel that the money is worth it when you look at all the knowledge and experience that you will have by the time you graduate, Claflin is definitely a smart investment. I would advise students to come to Claflin with an open mind, and a willingness to learn and broaden themselves.
    Great for these types of students

    If you are a student who is social, focused, and willing to better yourself with education,experience, and community service then Claflin University is the right place for you.

  • 4 out of 4 people found this review useful.

    Shaquai from Andrews, SC

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    Since being at Claflin, I have learned a lot and the professors are very helpful and easy to talk to.
    Am enjoying being here

    Although it is a nice school, I do not really enjoy being here. Claflin may be the perfect school for you but personally it's not the perfect school for me. Do not go in expecting everything to be the way that it is advertised because it is NOT!
    Bang for the buck

    For the most part, you get what you've paid for but when it comes to the dorms and everything, it can be a lot nicer for nearly $20,000. The Cafe also doesn't offer much like other colleges may. Overall, Claflin is nice.
    Tips for prospective students

    Prepare yourself for having a orientation class that you HAVE to attend the WHOLE year and assembly. For the most part, the students and faculty are nice so you wouldn't have a hard time fitting in.
    Great for these types of students

    I can't really say. You have to experience Claflin yourself to determine if it's right for you. Claflin can be the right school for almost anyone.

  • 3 out of 3 people found this review useful.

    Michael from St. Helena Island, SC

    Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has been to campus.

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  • 2 out of 2 people found this review useful.

    Jaimie from Spartanburg, SC

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Claflin is a great school. Me coming up, I always wanted to attend a HBCU and when I came to Claflin I received the total HBCU experience. As a freshman I was very nervous but anxious at the same time of what college would be like (social life, grades, parties the whole nine) but the people here really help make my transition from high school to college really easy to handle.
    Tips for prospective students

    Yes, Claflin is a small university and yea incoming freshmen do have curfew, but it is really not that bad. For one being on a small campus has its advantages and disadvantages, but I can be the first one to tell you that I would not want to go to another school because by it being small, you have the opportunity to build a bond with your professors and the competition for scholarships and internships are slightly decreased. Secondly, I was one to say before I arrived ... CURHEW ... WHAT ??? But now I can honestly say the whole curfew thing helped me get my focus more on my school work and also help me stay out of trouble.
    Academic Rigor

    If you have not done your research, you really do, and that goes for every college not just for Claflin. But Clalfin is one the top ten HBCU nationally, its the first HBCU in South Carolina, have never lost its accreditation and is nationally recognized for its academics. I am all about the empowerment of black people and at Claflin you will receive just that.
    Dorm Life

    Compared to other schools for example our neighbor South Carolina State University, our dorms are top notch. There are currently 5 females dorms and 2 males dorms. There are more off campus though. Males have fewer dorms because the are a selected few that live on campus.
    Food and Dining

    The food in the cafe some days are okay but most days are really slack. The best day in the cafe is FRIED CHICKEN WEDNESDAY !
    What to do for fun

    Since the town of Orangeburg is extremely small and country like, there is not much to do as for night life. The Greeks on campus have parities and the clubs be having college night every weekend and Wednesday. But it is really all of what you make it. There is a party EVERY WEEKEND, whether its a club party, an on campus gym party or a normal house party. There is always something to do but you have to be social and get out and find out what and who is having what.
    Bang for the buck

    CLAFLIN IS VERY EXPENSIVE in my opinion. But its worth it. I strongly suggest anybody to do everything you have to do in high school, as far as grades wise and get scholarships. Me personally, I was the nerd out of my group and it paid off in the end. Also start looking for scholarships very early and do excellant on your SATS/ACTS !!!
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    Freshmen have the most meetings doing the first semester. I swear we have about two meetings every week. But now thinking back on it they were all educational.
    Great for these types of students

    Clafin is great for religions and laid back students. If you come here thinking this is a 24/7 party school ... Then im sorry to tell you, you are sadly mistaken.
    Clubs and Activities

    There are alot of clubs and activities on campus. What ever interest you have there is a club for that. I suggest you get involved as early as you can. Not only will it look good on your resume it will also build your social life.
    Greek Life

    Greek Life is very interesting. The Deltas run the campus are far as sororities and its a tie between the Kappas and the Alphas as far as the fraternities. There is no Greek houses but all GREEKS are active on the campus and you will not know who is who.
    Campus Safety

    We have campus safety but nothing extreme ever happens on campus.

  • 2 out of 2 people found this review useful.

    Rebecca from Columbia, SC

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    At Claflin University, education is very important. They take education seriously. They have many different classes that you can take towards your major.
    Am enjoying being here

    Really, I am from Brooklyn New York. I am not use to a lot of trees and grass. But overall I really don't like it here. First, the tuition is very high. The food here is okay its better than nothing so i can't complain. Some of the rules here are so crazy they treat the freshmen like we are children but during orientation week the staff tells us that we are adults now. The last time I checked, adults don't have a curfew! Some of the activities the institution has planned for us are boring. The people you meet on campus, some are
    Bang for the buck

    Claflin University is very high when it comes to tuition try 20,000 and year!!!
    Tips for prospective students

    For any High School Seniors, please make sure you have scholarships because you really don't want to pay back any loans. Make sure you have your paper work ready so it won't be a long wait for you in the financial aid office. If you are going to school with your best friends make sure you don't end up as their roommate because people do change. Be careful who you invite into your life because everyone is not wanted. Make sure in high school, have your GPA high as you can so when you get to college it won't be hard for you to get scholarships.
    Great for these types of students

    This University is great for all types of students, the ones who want to get their work done, hang out with friends, and still focus on their academics.

  • 2 out of 2 people found this review useful.

    Ashia from Timmonsville, SC

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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  • 2 out of 2 people found this review useful.

    Terron from Lancaster, SC

    Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.

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  • 2 out of 2 people found this review useful.

    Stacey from North Charleston, SC

    Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has been to campus.

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  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Dae'quan from Cherry Hill, NJ

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Claflin Univeristy is a wonderful HBCU. Claflin University has a good location. Also the students and faculty are very friendly.
    Tips for prospective students

    For prospective students i advise you to get involved in the school activities. I advise you to be involved on and off campus. Claflin University always has an event or something going on during the school year.
    Academic Rigor

    Claflin Univeristy offers a great education. The school as a whole is very prostegious in academic achievements. At Claflin you will always be encouraged to do better and no student is left behind.
    Dorm Life

    Dorm life is great. The dorms are veery close to all buildings on campus. Lastly security is always on call or around so you will always be safe.
    Food and Dining

    The food is satisfactory. The school offers a wide variety menu for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Dining has many benefits also being you can interact with your classmates and enjoy a great view outside of your surroundings.
    What to do for fun

    Claflin has a lot of fun oppurtunities for the students. The campus offers daily activities. Along with the campus events the school has many community service activities.

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Kyree from Orangeburg, SC

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Claflin Is a wonderful school. Here you are granted a lot of opportunities . Not only are you a student here, your treated like a family member.
    Tips for prospective students

    To all prospective students stay on top of your game. Study hard and also communicate with people on campus. It's a lot of help out here.
    Academic Rigor

    The academic life is amazing. You get a chance to expand your studies. Also you get to build relationships with your professors.
    Dorm Life

    The dorms are worth living in. Easy access to all on campus events and sites. No better place to stay.
    Food and Dining

    Food is what's expected of. You eat healthy and at the correct times of the day.
    What to do for fun

    For fun there are many social events you can attend. Also if your grades are right and you meet the requirements the Greek life is something you should consider joining.
    Bang for the buck

    Claflin also gives you a lot of opportunities to receive money for tuition. It's places on campus you can go to get help with scholarship money and money other things.
    Great for these types of students

    Claflin is great for any student wanting to attend an amazing HBCU with accreditation.
    Clubs and Activities

    There are many extra curriculum activities for you to join,.
    Greek Life

    the Greek life seems amazing. The bother/sister hood i see on campus is definitely something i would want to be apart of. They help mentor new people coming in and they also help keep others grounded. Another thing i like that they do is community service, i love to see people give back to the community.
    Campus Safety

    Campus safety is very very up to point. They are always around when you need them and they make sure the campus is safe to walk any times of the night. And I love that part.

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Shaquanna from Barnwell, SC

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Claflin University is a small, religious HBCU. Claflin University is great at helping one succeed. There is always help here, from tutoring to mentoring someone is always willing to help.
    Tips for prospective students

    One shall get well acquaintance with all o their professors. Take all the advantages available at Claflin University. With all the help available at Claflin University there is no way one can fail.
    Academic Rigor

    One is treated like family. There is always someone willing to help.
    Dorm Life

    Freshman's has curfews and no one is allowed opposite sex dorms. There are five female dorms and two male dorms.
    Food and Dining

    Claflin University food is not so great but there is a Pizza Hut and a Jazzy mans(coffee shop).
    What to do for fun

    For fun you join groups or attend probates, movie nights, scroll offs, etc.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    Claflin University has a freshmen trip, where after regrestration is over all the freshmans get on a bus and are taken to a resort,to the middle of no where. They tell you to to leave all electronics back at school because there is no service. The whole day at the resort we sit down and listen to public speakers. We spend the night and in the morning we drive back to Claflin University.
    Clubs and Activities

    SGA ...etc.
    Greek Life

    Numerous
    Campus Safety

    Great Campus Safety

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Albert from Stone Mountian, GA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    economical and small
    Tips for prospective students

    calflin university is great school for students who want to develop their education.
    Academic Rigor

    there is much support from upperclassmen at claflin. if you want to put in the work to get help there will be help for you.
    Dorm Life

    quit peaceful and organized
    Food and Dining

    # course meals breakfast, lunh and dinner; different catergories such as pourties, vegetables, fruits and salads
    What to do for fun

    small city , which means limited things to do. however, at out brother school south carolina state university there are alot of gatherings such as a parties that you could attend to.

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Tyrika from Bowman, SC

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    claflin university is a visionary school. they are very content with where they stand as a whole. claflin lives by their motto and rely on their messages to make you become all you can be.
    Tips for prospective students

    be a well rounded student, join organizations stay involved.
    Dorm Life

    some dorms are okay but the honors dorms are very nice.
    Food and Dining

    the food can be better and more interesting. there is nothing wrong with eating healthy sometimes people just want the food they get at home. also , no one wants to repeat the same meal every week.
    What to do for fun

    you have to really make it fun go to activities, hang out with friends etc.
    Bang for the buck

    this is a expensive school and somethings around campus need alot of work. they should spend more money on fixing somethings instead of planting trees and flowers.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    claflin makes you go to church a lot when you are a freshman, but some students just don't go to church. i feel like if they don't wish to be there don't make it a personal thing or count it as a grade.
    Great for these types of students

    this is a great school for people that are business majors.

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Crystal from Summerton, SC

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    I am learning a lot. The student/teacher ratio is a good size for success in the classroom. The classroom size is good for the teacher to know each student.
    Am enjoying being here

    I enjoy being a student at Claflin University. I enjoy having the responsibility and allows me to take charge and learn from my mistakes. I am learning to do things on my own and not to depend on parents so much like an adult.
    Bang for the buck

    Claflin University is worth the $21.000 each academic year. I am receiving a good education and will be earning a degree that is well worth it. I choose to stay at Claflin because I believe I am getting the best education at one of the top Historic Black Colleges in the country.
    Great for these types of students

    Clalfin University is a great school for students who are ambitious, love to help the community, and aim for success.

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Akeem from Sumter, SC

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    The teachers and staff make me want to learn. They keep me motivated to keep being great.
    Am enjoying being here

    I love being at Claflin University. I met Great people here.
    Bang for the buck

    It is one of the best HBCUS in the land. Its in the top 3.
    Tips for prospective students

    WORK HARD AND PRESS ON
    Great for these types of students

    Its great for all types of students looking for a great college experience

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Daytra from Orangeburg, SC

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    Most of the Professors here are very understanding and take the time to help you with your problems and give great advice.
    Am enjoying being here

    I've met a lot of new people and learn a lot about different cultures.
    Tips for prospective students

    I advise prospective students to study and go to class because it is important to show your face and get to know your professor. Also, I advise prospective students to ask for help when needed.
    Great for these types of students

    This school is great for students who need one on one attention from their professors. There are not too many students here therefore you can actually get the attention you need from your professor.

  • A from Beaufort, SC

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Claflin affords excellent opportunities to working adults. It is my opinion that they need to work on being more organized. I appreciate the opportunity to get an undergraduate degree at this stage in my life.
    Tips for prospective students

    Be sure to track your own progress and see what is necessary to graduate prior to setting your schedule.
    What to do for fun

    STUDY

  • Miosha from Alcolu, SC

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Claflin is a great school that focuses on helping the students be successful in the future, they have great resources when it comes to educating the student. I know I will come out of school with a lot of experience and community service.
    Tips for prospective students

    If you are serious about getting a good education , Claflin is a good school to attend.
    Academic Rigor

    If you are afraid of what to expect when you get off to school, you may think you arent smart enough, they have pleanty resources to help you focus on the subjects you find challenging.
    Dorm Life

    The dorms arent nothing spectacular but if you arent happy with the living arrangments you are always free to move.
    Food and Dining

    The food is very tasty if you dont enjoy the food in one line you have different options in other lines.
    What to do for fun

    They have many different activities going on every day to choose from.

  • Breanna from Lexington, SC

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Clafin University is a great school. The atmosphere is quiet. The professors care about their students.
    Tips for prospective students

    Start early collecting all the documents you need.Take classes in high school so you will be ready for the classes. Pay attention to your English teacher because you will need to kn ow how to write papers.
    Academic Rigor

    You need to know what major you will pursue. It's going to be tough. Remember that anything worth having is worth working for.
    Dorm Life

    If you have the opportunity to choose a room mate, select someone who has the same taste you do. Take only what you need. The rooms are small.

    Food and Dining

    The food is good. Don't eat too much because you will get tired of the food quickly.
    What to do for fun

    The night life is not that great. But if you want to find good food on the weekend, we have Fatz, IHop, Cook Out, and a few others.