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Central State University

Wilberforce, OH · Public · Fringe rural · Website

Central State University campus
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Admission rate
99%
Open
Average net price
$13,307
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
21%
Median earnings
$36,832
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Central State University is a public college in Wilberforce, OH with 2,620 undergraduates. It admits 99% of applicants. The average net price after aid is $13,307 per year ($11,428 for families earning under $30,000). 21% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $36,832 ten years after enrolling.

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Admissions

Admission rate
99%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test blind
Fall 2024
Applicants
3,291
Fall 2023
Admitted
1,514
Fall 2023
Yield
38%
of admitted students enrolled

What Central State University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementConsidered
  • RecommendationsConsidered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$22,374
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$8,300
Out-of-state tuition
$11,300

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$11,428
  • $30–48k$12,808
  • $48–75k$13,894
  • $75–110k$18,112
  • $110k+$18,558

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Outcomes

Graduation rate
21%
Freshman retention
56%
Median earnings
$36,832
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$18,250
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
2,620
Student–faculty ratio
16:1
Receive Pell grants
56%
  • White10%
  • Hispanic5%
  • Black58%
  • Asian1%

Central State University FAQ

What is Central State University's acceptance rate?+

Central State University admits 99% of applicants, which makes it open.

Is Central State University test optional?+

Test blind (scores not considered).

How many students apply to Central State University?+

In Fall 2023, 3,291 students applied to Central State University and 1,514 were admitted; 574 enrolled.

Does Central State University consider legacy status?+

No. Central State University reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Central State University require an essay?+

Central State University reported that an essay or personal statement is considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Central State University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $22,374 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $13,307.

What is Central State University's graduation rate?+

21% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

Sources

Data notes for Central State University

  • Admission rate: The admission rate moved more than 25 percentage points from the prior year’s IPEDS counts; check with the college.

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