Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003032
- Phone: (216) 791-5000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
94.01%FINANCIAL AID RATE
90%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
16:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
22FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$7,473Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Cleveland State University (CIM)
11021 East Blvd, Cleveland, OH
About
Cleveland State University, located in Cleveland, Ohio, is a public four year institution established in 1964 when the state took over operation of Fenn College, itself established in 1923. The school grew larger in 1969 when it assumed control then absorbed Cleveland-Marshall College of Law. Over the years the school has grown larger, encompassing a large portion of the Cleveland area and enrolling an increasing number of students year after year. Currently the school enrolls over 17,000 students per year, providing them with a variety of programs to study. All programs and facilities are reviewed and updated regularly to meet the needs of modern students. Today the school is among the best in the region, providing a quality education to residents of Ohio as well as international transfer students. The school's central location in a major metropolitan area allows for many cultural and extracurricular activities to take place.
Academics
Cleveland State University offers degrees in a variety of majors, typically taking four years to complete and resulting in a bachelor's degree. Major programs require students to fulfill general education courses, take lower and upper division courses related to their major, as well as elective courses that allow the students to experience classes outside of their major. Additionally, students may take on a minor degree that allows for study in a secondary field, with less overall coursework. Graduate programs are also available, allowing students to continue their education for either a master's or doctoral degree. Graduate programs have separate admissions requirements, requiring a lesser degree, appropriate test scores, and academic proficiency.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and FInancial Aid
To be considered for admission at Cleveland State University students must have earned a cumulative GPA of 2.3, have an ACT score of 16 or an SAT score of 770, and have completed all the high school courses required for graduation. If a student meets these requirements, he or she will have the application for admission reviewed and a decision rendered. Once the final decision is made the student will be notified, and if admitted, provided the information necessary to begin their academic career at CSU.
Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants, work study programs and scholarships. Students in need of financial assistance are required to complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the resulting information from which will be used by the school's financial aid department to put together an aid packet that meets the students financial needs and identifies aid program eligibility. Students must reapply for financial aid prior to each academic year due to the possibility of changing financial circumstances and may be asked to provide additional information randomly to verify the FAFSA's accuracy as per new federal regulations.
Athletics
The Cleveland State University Vikings participate in intercollegiate athletics through the National Collegiate Athletic Association Division 1. Prior to becoming CSU, the school participated in athletics as the Fenn College Foxes. Intercollegiate athletics provide students an opportunity to experience competition in a healthy environment, developing physical skills as well as habits such as good health, teamwork, discipline and leadership, that may be applied to one's personal, professional and academic life. Students interested in experiencing the camaraderie associated with intercollegiate athletics must try out for a team, with additional information such as dates, times, and forms available through the school's athletics department. Individuals participating in intercollegiate athletics must balance their schoolwork with their team sports, making time for both while maintaining a GPA that allows continued participation in athletics.
Athletic programs offered include:
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Fencing
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give you an idea of the candidates Cleveland State University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at Cleveland State University is about 16,000. The enrollment breakdown by academic level is 12% enrolling as graduate students and 75% as undergraduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $14,400. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $40 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are:
- In-State Tuition: $11,000-$13,000
- Nonresident Student Tuition: $15,000-$18,350
- Charges per unit:
- State Residents: $450-$540 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $640-$760 per credit unit
- Some programs may have a frozen tuition rate, which means the tuition will stay the same for up to five years.
Financial Aid Details
The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 90% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 78% | $8,432 |
Receiving Student Loans | 62% | $6,197 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Cleveland State University may provide student services like:
- Online classes
- Night and weekend classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Counseling assistance
- Work study style employment
- Assisting students to find work
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Counseling Psychology (Ph.D.) Program
- Law Program
- Music Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Occupational Therapy (OT) Program
- Speech-Language Pathology Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
Cleveland State University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division I without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Basketball (Horizon League)
- Track and Field (Horizon League)
- Fencing
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Cleveland State University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B, D, M)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (B, D, M)
- Accounting (B, M)
- Finance (B)
- Advertising and Marketing (B)
- International Business (B)
- Information Systems
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B, M)
- Public Relations (B)
Education
Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering (B, M)
- Chemical Engineering (B, M)
- Civil Engineering (B, M)
- Electrical Engineering (B, M)
- Biomedical Engineering (M)
- Engineering (D)
- Software Engineering (M)
- Industrial Engineering
English Language and Literature
- English (B, M)
- Creative Writing (M)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B)
- Occupational Therapy (M)
- Physical Therapy (D)
- Physician Assistant (B)
- Nursing Administration (M)
- Public Health (M)
- Music Therapy (B)
History
- History (B, M)
Interdisciplinary Studies
- Museum Studies (M)
Legal Professions and Studies
- Law (D)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B, M)
Natural Resources and Conservation
- Environmental Science (B, M)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B, M)
- Religious Studies (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B, M)
- Clinical Psychology (C)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (B, M)
- Public Administration (B, M)
- Community Organization and Advocacy (M)
- Human Services (M)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Social Sciences
- Criminology (B)
- Urban Studies (B, D, M)
- Political Science (B)
- Sociology (B)
- International Relations (B, M)
- Economics (B, M)
- Anthropology (B)
- Social Science (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
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- Kent State University - Kent Campus in Salem, OH (29 miles away)
- University of Akron in Akron, OH (31 miles away)
- Youngstown State University in Cincinnati, OH (60 miles away)
- Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Shenango in New Kensington, PA (63 miles away)
- Ohio State University - Mansfield Campus in Lima, OH (68 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003032
- Phone: (216) 791-5000
- School Homepage