Known for health sciences — excellent value
Columbus State University is a public institution in Columbus with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 994, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 5.5K undergraduates with a 18:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
42% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $44,544 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $11,889.
Established
1958
Motto
Primus inter pares
Mascot
Cody Cougar
Type
Public university
Conference
Ohio Valley Conference
Division
Division II
99%Acceptance
994SAT Avg
5,537Students
18:1Student:Faculty
42%Grad Rate
$44,544Earnings 10yr
$11,889Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate99.2%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 994
Reading & WritingMid: 505
460570
MathMid: 495
400530
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 21
1724
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$5,751
Tuition (out-of-state)$16,805
Room & Board$11,262
Books & Supplies$1,600
Total Cost of Attendance$19,953
Average Net Price$11,889
Median Debt at Graduation$26,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$276
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$10,370
$30–48K$10,797
$48–75K$13,287
$75–110K$15,598
$110K+$15,428
Programs (87)
Student Body
Undergrads
5,537
Gender Split
58% / 42%
Women / Men
First Generation
33%
Pell Grant Recipients
44%
Race & Ethnicity
White 41%
Black 38%
Hispanic 9%
Asian 3%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 1%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate41.7%
Freshman Retention72.7%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$39,190
8 Years$41,799
10 Years$44,544
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$36,100
Men
$43,300
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Source: Wikipedia