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Clinton College

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Clinton College

Rock Hill, SC · Private nonprofit · 4-year · African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church · Methodist and Wesleyan

Real cost

Average price after aid $11,458 a year

Median debt at graduation: $28,987 (all students)

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Clinton College is a four-year historically Black college in Rock Hill, South Carolina, founded in 1894 and affiliated with the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church. Its 2025-26 catalog states a Christian faith statement, a college purpose to foster religious values through academic courses, and a Campus Ministry office responsible for students' spiritual growth. The only religion course required of all bachelor's students is REL 100, a comparative course, and every student completes a service-learning seminar (CSE 303). The Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies requires Old and New Testament courses.

Academic Excellence

C+Academic Excellence: C+ (grade C+): 0 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.
43 of 100
From federal data, on fixed published scales.

Each measure counts for the share shown.

  • Graduation rate 35% of scoreThis measure counts for 35% of the Academic Excellence score.14%
  • First-year retention 20% of scoreThis measure counts for 20% of the Academic Excellence score.58%
  • Entering students' test scores 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.Not reported
  • Student-to-faculty ratio 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.10 to 1
  • Instructional spending per student 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.$17,293

Bars show points on each measure’s scale. How Academic Excellence is computed.

Source: College Scorecard (College Scorecard, most recent cohorts (data release 06/10/2026))

Faith scorecard

Each area’s grade and what we found. Tap an area to see the findings and their sources.

Partly researched

We have checked some of this college’s faith and campus life facts against its own official pages. There is not yet enough verified to grade them, so the findings below are what we could confirm. Anything not listed has not been confirmed yet.

  • Office or senior leader for spiritual life or Christian mission: Yes (The Campus Ministry office is responsible for students' spiritual growth.)
  • Bible or theology courses required of all bachelor's students: None required (The general education core, which applies to all degrees, requires one religion course, REL 100 (Introduction to Religion). The catalog describes it as a comparative study of religion in general, not a Bible or Christian theology course; it is not counted under T1. No Bible or theology course is required of all students.)
  • Required courses include study of the Old and New Testaments: No (No Old or New Testament course is in the general education core required of all students. The Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies major requires REL 101 and REL 102 for that major only.)
  • Christian worldview or faith-and-learning courses required: None required
  • Bible, theology or ministry major offered: Yes (The Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies is offered.)
  • A published statement of faith: Yes
  • Service hours or service-learning in the curriculum: Required of all students (CSE 303 Junior Seminar (service learning) is required in the general education core for all degrees, with at least 5 hours of service per 2 credit hours.)
N/AWorship and chapel: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Worship and chapel

Not enough information · 0 of 7 found

  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Chapel services during the weekNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Chapel attendance expected of studentsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Student worship nights or praise servicesNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Prayer opportunities (prayer rooms, prayer groups, days or weeks of prayer)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Campus pastors or chaplains serving studentsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    A chapel or worship space on campusNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Published weekly schedule of chapel, worship and prayerNot enough information: no verified chapel or worship times are recorded.
FBible and theology: Minimal (grade F): 0 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Bible and theology

24 of 100 points · 2 of 6 found

  • No: the school does not offer this, so it earns no points.
    Bible or theology courses required of all bachelor's studentsNone required (The general education core, which applies to all degrees, requires one religion course, REL 100 (Introduction to Religion). The catalog describes it as a comparative study of religion in general, not a Bible or Christian theology course; it is not counted under T1. No Bible or theology course is required of all students.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Clinton College Academic Catalog 2025-2026clintoncollege.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/2025-2026-Academic-Catalog_final.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Choice of any one Religious Studies course: (3) REL 100: Introduction to Religion (3)”
      The general education core applying to all degrees requires one religion course, REL 100; the core lists no other Bible, theology or worldview course.
      “Separate and apart from the study of a particular religious tradition, this course will focus on both the normative and descriptive functions of religion generally”
      REL 100 is a comparative course on religion in general, not a Bible or Christian theology course.
  • No: the school does not offer this, so it earns no points.
    Required courses include study of the Old and New TestamentsNo (No Old or New Testament course is in the general education core required of all students. The Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies major requires REL 101 and REL 102 for that major only.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Clinton College Academic Catalog 2025-2026clintoncollege.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/2025-2026-Academic-Catalog_final.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Choice of any one Religious Studies course: (3) REL 100: Introduction to Religion (3)”
      The general education core applying to all degrees requires one religion course, REL 100; the core lists no other Bible, theology or worldview course.
  • No: the school does not offer this, so it earns no points.
    Christian worldview or faith-and-learning courses requiredNone required
    Sources (1)
    1. Clinton College Academic Catalog 2025-2026clintoncollege.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/2025-2026-Academic-Catalog_final.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Choice of any one Religious Studies course: (3) REL 100: Introduction to Religion (3)”
      The general education core applying to all degrees requires one religion course, REL 100; the core lists no other Bible, theology or worldview course.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Faith integrated across the curriculum (stated in academic or faculty policy)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Bible, theology or ministry major offeredYes (The Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies is offered.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies | Clinton Collegeclintoncollege.edu/bachelors-degree-programs/religious-studies · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “The primary purpose of the Bachelor of Arts program in Religious Studies is to further develop knowledge among Christian leaders regarding Biblical foundations”
      The college offers a Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    A published statement of faithYes
    Sources (1)
    1. Clinton College Academic Catalog 2025-2026clintoncollege.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/2025-2026-Academic-Catalog_final.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “The College affirms and upholds the beliefs and tenets of the Christian faith as practiced by the AME Zion Church.”
      The college publishes a faith statement affirming the Christian faith.
N/AChristian community: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Christian community

Not enough information · 1 of 7 found

  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Spiritual life staff (pastors, ministers and professional staff)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Retreats or spiritual emphasis weeks each yearNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Bible studies, small groups and Christian student organizationsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Faculty affirm the college's statement of faithNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Faith life in residence halls (hall Bible studies, resident ministry leaders)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Help finding a local church (church fairs, rides, partner churches)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Office or senior leader for spiritual life or Christian missionYes (The Campus Ministry office is responsible for students' spiritual growth.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Clinton College Academic Catalog 2025-2026clintoncollege.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/2025-2026-Academic-Catalog_final.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “The office of Campus Ministry has entrusted to it as its primary responsibility the spiritual growth of all members of the Clinton College community”
      The Campus Ministry office has students' spiritual growth as its primary responsibility.
N/AMissions and service: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Missions and service

Not enough information · 1 of 6 found

  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Service or outreach officeNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Service hours or service-learning in the curriculumRequired of all students (CSE 303 Junior Seminar (service learning) is required in the general education core for all degrees, with at least 5 hours of service per 2 credit hours.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Clinton College Academic Catalog 2025-2026clintoncollege.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/2025-2026-Academic-Catalog_final.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Introductory Studies (All degrees) (11) CSE 100: Freshman Seminar (2) * CSE 202: Sophomore Seminar (2) * CSE 303: Junior Seminar (2) *”
      CSE 303 Junior Seminar is part of the general education requirements for all degrees.
      “Fully integrated within curriculum, a minimum of 5 hours per 2 class credit hour is allocated for service in addition to regular classroom teaching-learning.”
      CSE 303 Junior Seminar includes service learning, with at least 5 hours of service per 2 credit hours.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Missions trips offered to studentsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Partnerships with local churches and ministries for serviceNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Cross-cultural or global ministry programsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Service explicitly rooted in the Christian missionNot enough information: not found in official sources.

Strengths

  • The college publishes a faith statement and a purpose statement that commits to religious values through academic courses.
    Sources (1)
    1. Clinton College Academic Catalog 2025-2026clintoncollege.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/2025-2026-Academic-Catalog_final.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “The College affirms and upholds the beliefs and tenets of the Christian faith as practiced by the AME Zion Church.”
      The college publishes a faith statement affirming the Christian faith.
      “To foster learning in an environment that foster religious values, through academic courses, Beacon Forum, and relevant programs.”
      The college's purpose statement commits to fostering religious values through academic courses.
  • A Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies is offered, and the catalog gives Campus Ministry a responsibility for students' spiritual growth.
    Sources (2)
    1. Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies | Clinton Collegeclintoncollege.edu/bachelors-degree-programs/religious-studies · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “The primary purpose of the Bachelor of Arts program in Religious Studies is to further develop knowledge among Christian leaders regarding Biblical foundations”
      The college offers a Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies.
    2. Clinton College Academic Catalog 2025-2026clintoncollege.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/2025-2026-Academic-Catalog_final.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “The office of Campus Ministry has entrusted to it as its primary responsibility the spiritual growth of all members of the Clinton College community”
      The Campus Ministry office has students' spiritual growth as its primary responsibility.

Concerns

  • The only religion course required of all students is REL 100, a comparative course; no Bible or Christian theology course is required of all students.
    Sources (1)
    1. Clinton College Academic Catalog 2025-2026clintoncollege.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/2025-2026-Academic-Catalog_final.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Choice of any one Religious Studies course: (3) REL 100: Introduction to Religion (3)”
      The general education core applying to all degrees requires one religion course, REL 100; the core lists no other Bible, theology or worldview course.
      “Separate and apart from the study of a particular religious tradition, this course will focus on both the normative and descriptive functions of religion generally”
      REL 100 is a comparative course on religion in general, not a Bible or Christian theology course.

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Campus ministry home

Clinton College Campus Ministry

  • Address: 1029 Crawford Road, Rock Hill, SC 29730
  • Distance from campus: less than 0.1 mi (straight line from the campus point in federal IPEDS data)

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Source: clintoncollege.edu, verified Oct. 20, 2026, clintoncollege.edu, verified Oct. 20, 2026

Campus ministry

Sources (1)
  1. Clinton College Academic Catalog 2025-2026clintoncollege.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/2025-2026-Academic-Catalog_final.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
    “The office of Campus Ministry has entrusted to it as its primary responsibility the spiritual growth of all members of the Clinton College community”
    The Campus Ministry office has students' spiritual growth as its primary responsibility.

What families pay, by income

Average yearly price after grants and scholarships, for students who receive federal aid.

Family incomePrice after aid
Up to $30,000$11,105
$30,001–$48,000$11,999
$48,001–$75,000$6,854
$75,001–$110,000$12,222

Full cost of attendance before aid: $25,015 a year.

Use the college’s net price calculator for your own estimate.

Cost and value

Federal data, shown separately. Cost, debt, and earnings are never part of any grade.

Undergraduate students
Fall enrollment (IPEDS)
106
Men and women
College Scorecard, fall 2023
Men 38% · Women 62%
First-generation students
College Scorecard
40%
Total students106
Average net price (per year)
After grants and scholarships, for students receiving federal aid
$11,458
Cost of attendance (per year)$25,015
Median federal debt at graduation$28,987
Graduation rate
First-time, full-time students finishing within 150% of normal time
14%
Borrowers paying down their loans within 3 years
College Scorecard, within 3 years
15%
First-year retention58%
Median earnings 10 years after entry$30,180
Application fee
IPEDS, 2023–24
$25
Typical rent
HUD fair market rent, FY2026
About $1,538 a month for a one-bedroom
Students receiving Pell grants77%

Value index: 30 / 100 (how it’s computed)

Sources: College Scorecard · IPEDS College Navigator · Net price calculator
College Scorecard, most recent cohorts (data release 06/10/2026); IPEDS 2024-25 directory and institutional characteristics; fall 2023 enrollment.

Campus facts

School colors
SettingCity
Part-time undergraduates2%
Undergraduates aged 25 and older35%
On-campus room and board (per year)$13,500
Students per faculty member10 to 1
Faculty who are full-time100%College Scorecard, fall 2023
Endowment per student$5,798IPEDS, 2023, per student
Nearest airport with airline serviceCharlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)About 22 miles away · about 45 minutes by car
Town population75,259Census, 2020–2024
Nearest city of 250,000 people or moreCharlotteAbout 24 miles away · about 45 minutes by car
Typical weather43°F in January · 80°F in JulyNOAA, 1991–2020, from Winthrop University, SC

Federal data (IPEDS and College Scorecard), except school colors. None of this changes the faith grades.

Campus safety reports

On-campus crimes reported in 2024, per 1,000 students.

CategoryThis campusU.S. rate
Rape0.000.07
Robbery0.000.01
Aggravated assault0.000.04
Burglary0.000.08
Motor vehicle theft0.000.15

Numbers reflect what each campus reported. They differ with campus size and how reporting is done, so compare with care. U.S. rate: total reported offenses divided by total students at every institution in the report.

Source: Official data: U.S. Department of Education

Christian churches nearby

Map of Clinton College, its Christian center and nearby Christian churches0.25 miClinton College Campus Ministry: 0.0 miClinton College (campus)N0.1 mi
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Is Clinton College a Christian college?
Yes. Clinton College is a Christian college. Its sponsor is African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church.

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About this school’s data
  • IPEDS unit ID 217891
  • Carnegie classification: Baccalaureate/associate's college
  • Accreditation: Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools, Accreditation Commission (U.S. Department of Education DAPIP)
  • Religious affiliation (IPEDS): African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church
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