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Central State University

Central State University is a small, public institution located in Wilberforce, oh. Founded in 1890, Central State University offers undergraduate degrees in 31 majors.

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4 Year, Public
Division 2
3,429 undergraduates
cost $7,824 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into Central State University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are neither required nor recommended to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

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Acceptance rate 46.0%
SAT score average N/A
ACT score average N/A
Average high school GPA 2.89
Application fee $35
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Central State University is known for one of its top majors: Business/Commerce, General. Their student-faculty ratio is 17:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
17 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Business and Management
Social Sciences and Psychology
Law and Legal Studies
Health and Medical Professions
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies
Arts, Design, and Humanities
Education and Teaching

Popular majors

Business/Commerce, General
Psychology, General
Social Work
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Health and Physical Education/Fitness
Biology, General
Journalism

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $7,824
Additional expenses
Room & board $11,390
Books & supplies $1,200
Other expenses $1,600
Cost of attendance* $22,014
Average financial aid package $13,450
Estimated cost $8,564 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $9,824
Additional expenses
Room & board $11,390
Books & supplies $1,200
Other expenses $1,600
Cost of attendance* $24,014
Average financial aid package $13,450
Estimated cost $10,564 See my potential costs

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

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Student population

Who’s going to be there? Central State University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 3,429, with gender binary students split 34% male and 66% female.

Total enrollment

3,454

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
18%
African American %
49%
Hispanic American %
9%
Asian %
2%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
5%
Unknown %
17%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At Central State University, student athletes compete in Division 2 sports. Freshmen are required to live on campus.

Campus info

map 1400 Brush Row Rd, Wilberforce, OH 45384
phone 9373766011
address https://www.centralstate.edu/
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Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 2
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsNo
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Central State University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Central State University?

Central State University is located in Wilberforce, oh.

What is the acceptance rate at Central State University? 

The acceptance rate for Central State University is 46%.

What’s the average GPA for Central State University?

The average high school GPA for Central State University students was 2.89.

How much does it cost for 4 years at Central State University?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at Central State University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $88,056.

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