Central State University: Review & Facts
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Central State University is a small four-year, public school with 5,435 students enrolled. This school was established in 1887 and is one of the 3 colleges located in Wilberforce, Ohio.Central State University is one of the Historically Black College or University institutions (HBCU).
Academic Offerings
Bachelor's degree and master's degree are offered at Central State University.Majors
Offered
Offered
39
Central State University implements a semester-based curriculum calendar system and allows you to choose from 39 majors. The most popular concentrations are Business, Criminal Justice, Education, Psychology, and Communication and Journalism. Read the details about Majors offered at this college and see program Ratings.It is worthwhile to know student retention and graduation rates when you apply to a school to get your diploma or to engage in a long-term study; high retention and graduation rates are typically a positive sign. Nevertheless, if you would like to transfer out or take non-credit coursework, these metrics are not important.
Central State University student retention rate is very low at 41% (way below Ohio average). Taking this statistic into consideration, apparently students do not seem to enjoy their stay at this school.
Student Retention
41%
Bad
The graduation rate at Central State University is low - 30%.Student to faculty ratio at Central State University is reasonably decent: 21:1. Read more regarding faculty at this college in the Faculty & Salaries report.
Tuition and Loans
Average tuition pricing is low, about $7,200 a year. The additional fees at Central State University not covered by tuition are roughly $2,500; which comes to $9,700 per academic year.Read the details about Central State University additional charges as well as availability of loans and likelihood of repaying them upon graduation in the Tuition & Loans report for this college.
Admissions Information
Acceptance
Rate
Rate
89%
Easy
According to recent data, 3,814 applications were submitted and 3,388 were accepted, so it is easy to get accepted at this school.This school might accept dual credits and advanced placement credits for admission.
Read the details about admissions as well applicants' SAT and ACT test scores at Central State University in the Admissions and Tests report for this school.
Opportunities and Services
Dormatory
Annual Price
Annual Price
$5,800
Medium
Central State University provides study abroad programs and evening/weekend study opportunity, which is a wonderful option for those who work full-time.This school helps students to evaluate their career options and find a full-time job upon graduation.
Safety
Grade
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C-
Unsafe
Central State University provides on-campus housing. Dormitory capacity at this college accommodates roughly 1,500 students, which provides a reasonable on-campus housing option. The room price is reasonable -- around $5,800 a year.Army ROTC programs are available at Central State University. Reserve Officers' Training Corps commissioning programs typically imply elective classes in addition to required college curriculum, possible funding for your tuition, and an obligation to serve upon graduation.
ROTC
Available
Available
Yes
Based on the college crime numbers, Central State University seems to be a relatively safe school. Read the details in the Campus Crime report for this college.
Central State University Location and Address
Postal Address:Central State University
1400 Brush Row Rd
Wilberforce, Ohio
45384-1004, USA
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