Great universities inspire the very best in us. By offering exceptional facilities, ideal class sizes, and unique field experiences, our students have room to CREATE! With two campuses, our university caters to our students to ensure we challenge them to think in new ways, turn ideas into innovations, and build a career for today's global economy. Your educational excellence is at the center of all that we do! The university provides a creative, deeply personal, and relevant college experience for students interested in realizing their full potential. Our programs go beyond the scope of the classroom with programs you will find challenging and engaging! At CSU you have the possibility of participating in internships with local Fortune 500 companies, undergraduate and graduate level research, Honors College, and study abroad! Come explore why CSU is the perfect place to Create your Future!

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Admissions

Application Deadline

April 30

Acceptance Rate

78%

SAT Range

860-1100

ACT Range

18-22

Application Fee

$40

SAT/ACT

Considered but not required

High School GPA

Required

Accepts Common App

Cost

Net Price

$11,855 / year

National

$15,523

Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.

Average Total Aid Awarded

$8,510 / year

National

$7,535

Students Receiving Financial Aid

97%

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Academics

Professors

Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.

Student Faculty Ratio

14:1

Evening Degree Programs

Yes

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Majors

Class of 2027 Convocation

More than 275 first-year and current students, faculty and staff packed Columbus State University’s Davidson Auditorium on Thursday, Aug. 17 for its First-Year Convocation. Now in its 19th year, the annual gathering provided a special welcome to students comprising the university’s Class of 2027.

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Online

Programs Offered Entirely Online

Offers Online Courses

Yes

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Online Associates Programs

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Mix of Online and on Campus
63%
On Campus
15%
Online
22%

Students

Full-Time Enrollment

4,708 Undergrads

Part-Time Undergrads

2,169

Undergrads Over 25

25%

Pell Grant

52%

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After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation

$35,900 / year

National

$33,028

Graduation Rate

38%

National

49%

Employed 2 Years After Graduation

91%

National

83%