Plan a Visit

See Claflin Confidence in Action.

The best way to get a feel for Claflin is to visit. Learn about our programs, talk with faculty about your interests, and meet the students who make this place home.

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Why visit

A Snapshot of All Claflin Has to Offer.

We welcome prospective students, their families, and groups to visit our campus. Every campus visit is designed to give you a real snapshot of what a Claflin education looks and feels like.

From the moment you arrive, you'll connect with the people, places, and energy that define the Claflin community.

What to expect

What Your Visit Includes.

Meet an Admissions Representative

Hear who we are and where we're headed from someone who knows Claflin best.

Student-Led Walking Tour

Explore the historic 43-acre campus with a current student guide, including academic buildings, the Campus Center, the library, and the University Chapel.

Meet with a Counselor

Sit down with an Admissions Counselor to discuss the application process and learn how Claflin can be affordable for you.

Upcoming admissions event

Panther Preview Day.

High school juniors and seniors are invited to Panther Preview Day, hosted by the Claflin University Office of Admissions, on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The event flyer lists the JK Health & Wellness Center and Tullis Arena at 400 Magnolia Street. For more information, contact pcpayton@claflin.edu.

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Touring at Claflin

Walk the Historic Campus.

Walking tours cover our 43-acre campus and its historical landmarks, with entry into the academic buildings, the Campus Center, the library, and the University Chapel. Family and individual tours begin at the Office of Admissions in Corson Hall, at the back of campus.

Group tours and information sessions start in the Claflin University Student Center. For the safety and privacy of our students, walking tours are not always permitted inside the residence halls.

Choose your tour

Pick the Visit That Fits.

Check the calendar for availability first, then register for the tour that fits your visit. Questions? Contact Paula C. Payton, Assistant Director of Admissions, at pcpayton@claflin.edu or 803-535-5342.

Individual and Family Tours

Offered Monday through Friday at 10 a.m., 12 p.m., and 2 p.m. Check in at the Claflin front gate for a visitor parking pass, then head to the Office of Admissions in Corson Hall, First Floor, Suite A. Bring an official high school transcript and ACT or SAT scores to be considered for on-the-spot acceptance.

Group Tours

For groups of 10 or more, prioritized Monday through Friday at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Request your visit at least one week in advance. Groups meet in the Claflin University Student Center, and buses can park on the Goff Avenue curb in front of the building.

Lunch for Groups

To request food service or lunch for your students, contact Teddy Hayes of Sodexo at Teddy.Hayes@sodexo.com. All campus dining facilities accept debit and credit cards only.

Hotel Accommodations

Staying overnight? See a list of hotels in Orangeburg near campus, with addresses and phone numbers.

Good to know

Before You Register.

Tours are not available during Thanksgiving Break, Christmas Break, Spring Break, the Honors and Awards Convocation, Good Friday, and Final Exams. Check the University events calendar for those dates.

Ready to plan your day? Check the calendar for availability, then register for an individual or group visit, or take a virtual tour from anywhere.

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