Overview
Founded in 1887, Central State University is a 4-year public school in western Ohio and an Historically Black College and University. A member of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund, Central State hosts colleges of Education, Engineering, Business, and Humanities as well as a school of Agricultural Education. In addition to classroom facilities, the Central State campus is home to the National Afro-American Museum and Cultural Center. For athletically-inclined students, Central State fields eight men’s and women’s teams known as the Marauders.
Acceptance Rate:
89%
Average Net Price:
$10,451
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
Average GPA
2.8
Average ACT Composite
16
Average SAT Composite
881
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Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $7,824 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $9,824 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $11,390 |
| Books and Supplies | $1200 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]
Aid & Grants
0
100
61%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
49%
Average Aid Per Year
$6,943
49%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$4,202
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$3,006
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
25%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$885
80%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$4,202
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$15,188,820
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
90%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$6,464
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$9,500
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$296
Students receiving federal loans
88%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,888
Average Other Loans Per Year
$6,119
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Public
- Not for Profit
- HBCU
- Coed
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
3814
Students Applied
35%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
443
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
No
SAT Subject Tests
No
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Application Fee
$35
Fee waivers availableApplications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
Average ACT Composite: 16
Average SAT Composite: 881
SAT Percentiles
Math
Reading
2.8
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By GPA
Students Enrolled By Class Rank
Students Enrolled By Household Income
Admissions Resources
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Master's
Total Number of Students
5,434
Total Number of Undergrads
5,406
0
100
14%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
28%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
21:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- ROTC Army
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
38
Faculty Overview
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Suburb or town
US States Represented
52
Countries Represented
6
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
40%
Student Organizations
40
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
No
Housing
0
100
96%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
Yes
0
100
74%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Marauders/Lady Marauders
School Colors
maroon and gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conf
Total Male Athletes
111
Total Female Athletes
57
Intramural Sports
3
Sports Team (Men)
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Football
- Track and Field
Sports Team (Women)
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
Central State University Athletics: visit page
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
No
Mobile campus emergency alert
No
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$28,600
Top 5 Cities
Dayton
Columbus
Detroit
Cleveland
Cincinnati
Top 5 Employers
Central State University
United States Air Force
US Army
Dayton Public School District
JP Morgan Chase & Co.
Top 5 Sectors
Business Development
Education
Operations
Sales
Community and Socal Services
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$9,500
Loan Default Rate
19%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$296
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingCentral State University is a great HBCU for African American Students. As the only HBCU in Ohio it provides students with with a rich learning experience. The professors go out their way to make sure students comprehend classroom material.
Armond
Central State University is a place of opportunity. Central gives everyone a chance to change. Our saying is Change Is Central for a reason.
Kierra from Washington, DC
Coming to central state is awesome, you feel part of the family as soon as your foot steps on campus. Professor not only are your teachers but they become friends and mentors. There are also great fundamental classes you can take to catch up if your a little behind.
Briana from Cincinnati, OH
This college is one that will give you the experience of a lifetime. Not only is it fun but it teaches you to value yourself as a person. Best of all, it is an HBCU.
Xavion from Moore Haven, FL
It is a great historically black university. You will learn a great deal academically, as well as with yourself. Central State is a family based campus.
Janay from Bellwood, IL
Central State University is a Historically Black University. Being Black, I am learning a lot about my race and the history of my people. This institution's grounds are historic, as many enslaved African Americans has walked on this campus striving for an education.
Central State is a respectable historical black college. I rate Central State an 8 for allowing many students to pursue their degree. This school also has an incredible history and awesome professors.
Angela from Detroit, MI
Central State is a very family-oriented institution. They look out for the best interest of the student(s). Central is a great HBCU from its history to its courses.
Paulisha from Cincinnati, OH
I would rate CSU as an 8 on a scale from 1-10, its not perfect- but the environment and teachers are vibrant and upbeat. I truly enjoy CSU and a lot of the traditions too.
chelsea from Inkster, MI
Change is Central. This institution is one of the greatest. Opportunities are basically given to those who want change.
Chellvie from Dayton, OH
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