Clark Atlanta University
About
As the largest member of the historic Atlanta University Center (AUC) Consortium, Clark Atlanta University (CAU) is a premier historically Black institution (HBCU) renowned for its rich heritage and its unique ecosystem of cross-registration with neighboring Spelman and Morehouse Colleges. Academically, CAU is highly regarded for its powerhouse School of Business Administration and its top-tier Mass Media Arts department, both of which offer robust pipelines to internships and careers with major global corporations. On campus, the student experience is defined by a vibrant "Panther Pride" culture, famous homecoming celebrations, and a lively social hub along the campus Promenade. This energetic environment is uniquely grounded in the university's empowering motto, "Find a Way or Make One," fostering a tight-knit, supportive community of resilient leaders dedicated to social justice and academic excellence.
Wikipedia:Clark Atlanta University is a private, Methodist, historically black research university in Atlanta, Georgia, United States. It was founded on September 19, 1865, as Atlanta University, the first HBCU in the United States to confer graduate degrees to African Americans. In 1988, the school consolidated with Clark College to form CAU. It is classified among "R2: Doctoral Universities – High research activity".
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Clark Atlanta University accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
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