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ACCEPTANCE RATE

79.42%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

92%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

16:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

36

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$6,401

Average 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

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Secondary Education Degree

The secondary education program at Columbus State University prepares students for a career in teaching both middle and high school, as well as at the university level. The program focuses on teaching grades seven through twelve, depending on the school system and state regulations. Program courses include: comprehensive curriculum on specific/preferred subject matter. Get more details below including other Georgia colleges that offer secondary education degrees.

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Columbus State University

Also known as CSU, Columbus State

928 Manchester Expy, Columbus, GA

CSU provides a variety of program options for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Columbus, Georgia and publically funded. Around eight thousand students enroll at CSU yearly.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Columbus State University offers:

  • Security And Protective Services
  • Social Sciences
  • Health And Clinical Professions
  • Education

To be considered for admissions, you may be required to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit any transcripts or test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions officials. Students may submit either the ACT or SAT exam scores to be considered for admissions to CSU. A score between 1280 to 1610 on the SAT, or 17 to 22 for the ACT is common among accepted students. This school has an admissions rate of about 54% of which only 54% decided to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found at columbusstate.edu.

The cost of tuition varies for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay around $5,400, while nonresidents pay $15,000 annually. The cost of on-campus housing is about $5,400 for the year. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally offered as grants or student loans.

The Columbus State University "Cougars" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs offered include:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division II)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division II)
  • Golf (NCAA Division II)
  • Rifle (NCAA Division II)

To see a full list of programs offered, enrollment information, student services, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.columbusstate.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Secondary Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Columbus State University has offered the following program levels for students:

  • Master's Degree
  • Post-Masters Certificate

Students by Academic Level (2019)

 Graduates
Master's Degree22
Post-Masters Certificate5

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male10
Female17

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Asian1
Black7
Hispanic2
White15
Multiple Races1
Non Resident Alien1

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Students who have completed the Secondary Education program at Columbus State University, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:

Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education

Description

Teach students in one or more subjects, such as English, mathematics, or social studies at the secondary level in public or private schools. May be designated according to subject matter specialty.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.8% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

  • Columbus, GA-AL
    • Total Employment: 520
    • Average Annual Salary: $56380

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admission details below may give an overview of the applicants CSU, Columbus State accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • Life Experience Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and alumni, Columbus State University may provide services to students like:

  • Distance learning
  • Weekend and night classes available
  • Remedial courses
  • Counseling assistance
  • Work study style employment
  • Employment search assistance

Intercollegiate Athletics

CSU, Columbus State is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division II without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Peach Belt Conference)
  • Basketball (Peach Belt Conference)
  • Track and Field (Peach Belt Conference)
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Tennis