Columbus, GA

Columbus State University

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
Columbus State University is a four-year, public school located in Columbus, GA.
It is classified as Master's College and University (larger programs) by Carnegie Classification.
Columbus State University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.

99% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 3,648 applied, 3,616 accepted, and 1,150 enrolled in CSU.
509 men and 641 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.
Admission Stats

940 SAT, 19 ACT

In 2024-25, the average SAT score is 940 and ACT score is 19. The SAT score of 940 is a little bit lower than average, 33 to 41 as in percentile.
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SAT Score
Total8009401060
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing440500530
Math360440530
ACT Score
Composite161922
Math161722
English141822
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2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 undergraduate tuition & fees are $5,898 for Georgia residents and $17,610 for others.
The graduate tuition & fees are $8,268 for Georgia residents and $10,140 for others.
Tuition has increased by 4.80% compared to last year at Columbus State University.
Cost Breakdown

Financial Aid

5,563 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $6,038.
For freshmen, 936 students (99%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $8,299.
Detailed Financial Aid

Student Population

A total of 7,913 students enrolled CSU in 2025.
By gender, 3,220 men and 4,693 women students are enrolled.
There are 6,123 undergraduate and 1,790 graduate students.
More Demographics Stats

134 Major Programs

  • 19 programs through online
  • 35 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Certificate Programs
  • Associate
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Doctorate
  • Post-graduate Certificate
Area of Study

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of CSU is 42% and the transfer-out rate is 3%.
The retention rate is 70% for full-time and 70% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
42%
Transfer-out Rate
3%
Retention Rate
70%
Students to Faculty Ratio
16 to 1
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Facutly & Staffs

A total of 527 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for CSU and the average faculty salary is $79,129. The studetns to faculty ratio is 16 to 1.
There are 1,075 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $60,128.
Number of Faculties
527
Average Faculty Salary
$79,129
Number of Staffs
1,075
Average Staff Salary
$60,128

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • ROTC
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend/Evening College
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • Libraries
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