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  • 1400 Brush Row Rd
    Wilberforce , OH 45384-1004
    (937) 376-6011
    http://www.centralstate.edu

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    Setting
    Rural area, on fringe of an urban area
    Enrollment
    2,288
    Full time
    2,042
    Part time
    246
    Men full time
    1,066
    Women full time
    976
    Mission Statement

    Central State University, as Ohio's only public Historically Black University, academically prepares students with diverse backgrounds and educational needs for leadership and service in an increasingly complex and rapidly changing world. As an open access institution, the University fosters academic excellence through a strong liberal arts foundation and majors in selected professional fields. Central State University is dedicated to: * providing a nurturing and culturally enriched learning environment; * stimulating in students an intellectual curiosity and a continuous search for knowledge; * teaching students to think critically and communicate effectively; * instilling in students an aspiration for excellence through teaching, service, and scholarly research; * preparing students to address the challenges of a technologically oriented world; * providing quality educational programs in scientific and technological fields; * offering programs with multicultural and global perspectives; * reaching out to underserved populations; and * collaborating with other educational institutions, business organizations, and government agencies to enrich learning experinces and educational opportunities for students.

    Central State University More Information

    Type of School
    Four or more years , Public
    Religious affiliation
    None
    Highest degree offered
    Master's
    Calendar
    Semester
    Distance learning opportunities
    No

  • Central State University Admission Basics

    Admissions office phone number
    -
    Open admission policy
    No
    Undergraduate Application fee
    $20
    Applied
    8,637
    Admitted
    1,934
    Enrolled
    508
    Admitted %
    22%

    Central State University Admission factors

    Admission test scores
    Required
    Secondary school GPA
    Required
    Secondary school rank
    Recommended
    Secondary school record
    Required
    TOEFL
    Required
    Completion of college preparatory program
    Recommended
    Recommendations
    Recommended
    Formal demonstration of competencies
    Recommended

    Central State University Admission statistics

    Students submitting SAT
    14%
    SAT 1 Verbal 25th percentile score
    330
    SAT 1 Verbal 75th percentile score
    430
    SAT 1 Math 25th percentile score
    320
    SAT 1 Math 75th percentile score
    430
    Students submitting ACT
    87%
    ACT Composite 25th percentile score
    14
    ACT Composite 75th percentile score
    18

    Central State University Diversity

    American Indian/Alaskan Native
    0%
    Asian/Pacific Islander
    0%
    Black/Non-Hispanic
    95%
    Hispanic
    1%
    White/Non-Hispanic
    2%
    Non-Resident Alien
    0%
    Race/ethnicity unknown
    2%
  • Central State University Cost

    In-State Tuition, Full-time Undergraduates
    $5,480
    Out-of-state Tuition, Full-time Undergraduates
    $12,220
    Books and Supplies
    $1,200
    On-campus room and board
    $8,198
    Off-campus room and board
    $8,198

    Central State University Financial Aid

    Students Receiving Aid
    99%
    Receiving Federal Grants
    87% , $5,320 on average
    Receiving Institutional Aid
    72% , $3,378 on average
    Receiving Student Loans
    99% , $12,114 on average
  • Central State University Programs & Majors

    Graduates in 2009/2010 academic year.

    Biological and Biomedical Sciences Bachelor Master
    Biology/Biological Sciences, General 6 0
    Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services Bachelor Master
    Accounting 7 0
    Business/Commerce, General 62 0
    Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs Bachelor Master
    Broadcast Journalism 28 0
    Journalism 2 0
    Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services Bachelor Master
    Computer Science 5 0
    Education Bachelor Master
    Early Childhood Education and Teaching 10 0
    Education, Other 1 2
    Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching 2 0
    Secondary Education and Teaching 4 0
    Special Education and Teaching, General 6 0
    Teacher Education, Multiple Levels 5 0
    Engineering Bachelor Master
    Manufacturing Engineering 4 0
    Water Resources Engineering 1 0
    Engineering Technologies/Technicians Bachelor Master
    Industrial Technology/Technician 2 0
    English Language and Literature/Letters Bachelor Master
    English Language and Literature, General 8 0
    History Bachelor Master
    History, General 3 0
    Mathematics and Statistics Bachelor Master
    Mathematics, General 1 0
    Parks, Recreation, Leisure, and Fitness Studies Bachelor Master
    Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies 8 0
    Physical Sciences Bachelor Master
    Chemistry, General 4 0
    Geology/Earth Science, General 1 0
    Psychology Bachelor Master
    Psychology, General 16 0
    Public Administration and Social Service Professions Bachelor Master
    Social Work 1 0
    Security and Protective Services Bachelor Master
    Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 9 0
    Social Sciences Bachelor Master
    Economics, General 0 0
    Political Science and Government, General 3 0
    Sociology 8 0
    Visual and Performing Arts Bachelor Master
    Art/Art Studies, General 3 0
    Jazz/Jazz Studies 0 0
    Music Performance, General 2 0
  • Central State University Deadlines

    Regular Admissions

    Regular application deadline
    No closing date
    Priority application deadline
    -
    Fall application deadline
    -
    SAT Reasoning / ACT scores due
    June 15
    SAT Subject score report due
    -
    College will notify student by
    -
    Student must reply to acceptance by
    No set date
    Deadline for housing deposit
    August 1

    Financial Aid

    Financial aid priority deadline
    February 15
    Financial aid deadline
    -
    College will notify student of financial aid decisions on or about
    -
    Student must reply to financial aid decision by
    -

    Early Decision/Action

    Early decision deadline
    -
    College will notify student of early decision by
    -
    Early action deadline
    -
    College will notify student of early action by
    -

    Transfer Students

    Transfer priority application deadline
    -
    Transfer priority financial aid deadline
    -
    Transfer application closing date
    June 15
    Transfer deadline for filing financial aid forms
    -
    College will notify student of transfer decision by
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  • Armond

    CSU is great for students that didn't do so well in high school, the teachers are patient and are willing to work with students who need special attention in certain areas, its also a great school for students who like small class sizes and the… more read full review

    CSU is great for students that didn't do so well in high school, the teachers are patient and are willing to work with students who need special attention in certain areas, its also a great school for students who like small class sizes and the Honors program is always there for the students who excelled in their High School class..CSU has something to offer for everyone. read full review

  • Nakita from Canal Winchester, OH

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