Description

As Ohio’s only public historically black university, Central State maintains a strong tradition of academic excellence. Its five colleges offer nearly 40 degree programs in a variety of subjects. From Jazz Studies to Journalism to Engineering and Economics, CSU has a concentration to suit your needs.

Student life at Central State is as extensive as it is enriching. With nearly 50 student organizations, there’s plenty to do, and National Pan-Hellenic Council fraternities and sororities provide social and service opportunities. The Office of Student Leadership and Development also cultivates community service while teaching leadership skills and personal improvement.

Financial aid is available to eligible students at CSU. The school offers a number of competitive scholarships, may of which are departmental, as well as external scholarships.

Though it is a historically black college, not all of Central State University’s students are African American. Admissions follow a strict non-discrimination policy, and the school embraces equality and diversity. Your application will be considered regardless of your race, creed, gender or nationality.

Quick Facts

Location

Midwest

Setting

Small Town Setting

Type

Public

Size

Medium (2,000 to 5,000 Undergrad)

Mascot

Marauders

On-Campus Housing Available

Yes

In-State Tuition

$5,294

Out-of-State Tuition

$11,806

Selectivity

Highly Selective

Enrollment

2,436

Students

Full-Time Undergrad Students
2,142
Freshman Class
713
Total Students (Undergrads & Graduate Students)
2,436

Undergraduate vs. Graduate

Undergraduate
87%
Graduate
13%

Full-Time vs. Part-time Students

Full-Time
98%
Part-Time
2%

Students Coming From In-State vs. Out-of-State

In-State
50%
Out-of-State
50%

Gender of Students

Women
52%
Men
48%

Ethnic Diversity

African-American
95%
Caucasian
1%
Other
4%

Students State Origin

Ohio
50%
Michigan
21%
Illinois
18%
Indiana
2%
Wisconsin
1%
Other
8%

International Students

International
0%
Domestic
100%