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Columbus State University

4225 University Ave, Columbus, GA 31907

Overview

  • OPEID/FAFSA College Code: 00156100
  • President: Tim Mescon
  • Fax: (706) 568-2462
  • Type: Public, 4-Year or Above
  • Calendar System: Semester
  • Highest Degree: Doctoral - Research
  • Local Area: Midsized City
  • Student Enrollment: 8,298
  • College Alias: CSU, Columbus State
  • College Mascot: Cougars

Columbus State University

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Student Services Offered

  • Remedial Services
  • Academic or Career Counseling Services
  • Employment Services
  • Placement Assistance For Graduates

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning
  • Study Abroad
  • Teaching K-12 Certification Offered

    • - State Approved for Certification

  • ROTC

    • - Army

Website:

www.columbusstate.edu

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Governing System

  • University System of Georgia

Accreditation

  • Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges

Facilities and Programs Offered

  • Library Available

College Carnegie Classifications

  • Basic Classification
    • - Masters Colleges and Universities (Larger Programs)
  • Undergraduate Classification
    • - Professions Plus Arts & Sciences, Some Graduate Coexistence
  • Graduate Classification
    • - Postbaccalaureate, Arts & Sciences Dominant
  • Undergraduate Profile Classification
    • - Medium Full-Time Four-Year, Inclusive
  • Enrollment Classification
    • - High Undergraduate
  • Size Classification
    • - Medium Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential

Degrees & Programs

Awarded Student Degrees and Programs

The following is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered. The table below details the number of degrees or certificates that were awarded in the 2010-11 school year to graduates broken down by degree or major type. Please contact Columbus State University directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.

Biological and Biomedical Sciences

 CertificateAssociateBachelorMasterDoctorMore Actions
Biology Degree--41--
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Business and Marketing Studies

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Accounting Degree--36--
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Business Administration Degree--5727-
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Commerce Degree--20--
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Finance Degree--31--
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Management Information Systems Degree--20--
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Marketing Degree--44--
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Computer and Information Sciences

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Computer Degree--2430-
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Education

 CertificateAssociateBachelorMasterDoctorMore Actions
Art Teacher Education Degree--2--
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Counseling and Guidance Services Degree---21-
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Drama and Dance Teacher Education Degree--2--
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Early Childhood Education Degree5-6924-
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Education Administration Degree31--23-
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Education, Other Degree-----
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Education, Teaching Individuals with Specific Learning Disabilities Degree---13-
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Education, Teaching of Individuals with Mental Retardation Degree--17--
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Educational and Instructional Media Design Degree---2-
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English and Language Arts Teacher Education Degree3-716-
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Mathematics Teacher Education Degree5-15-
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Music Teacher Education Degree--152-
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Physical Education Degree--1210-
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School Library Media Specialist Degree---8-
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Science Teacher Education Degree--16-
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Secondary Education Degree2--9-
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Social Science Teacher Education Degree---3-
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Social Studies Teacher Education Degree--82-
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Teacher Education and Professional Development, Other Degree---7-
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Teaching English As Second Language Instructor Degree1----
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Middle School Education Degree12-2019-
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English Language and Literature

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English Language and Literature Degree--18--
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Rhetoric and Composition Degree--29--
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Foreign Languages and Literature

 CertificateAssociateBachelorMasterDoctorMore Actions
French Language and Literature Degree--1--
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Spanish Language and Literature Degree--5--
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Health and Clinical Professions

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Health Services Degree--48--
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Nursing Degree--103--
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History

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History Degree--10--
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Liberal Arts and Sciences

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Liberal Arts Degree-18---
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Mathematics and Statistics

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Mathematics Degree--8--
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Natural Resources and Conservation

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Environmental Science Degree---5-
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Physical Sciences

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Chemistry Degree--6--
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Geology and Earth Science Degree--3--
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Psychology

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Psychology Degree--34--
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Recreation and Fitness Studies

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Kinesiology and Exercise Science Degree--37--
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Parks and Recreation Management Degree--1--
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Security and Protective Services

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Criminal Justice Degree1591491--
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Social Sciences

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Political Science Degree--14--
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Social Sciences, Other Degree---119-
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Sociology Degree--24--
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Visual and Performing Arts

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Drama Degree--14--
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Drawing Degree--12--
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Music Degree--7--
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Music Performance Degree1-12--
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Admissions

Disclaimer

The admissions information is provided for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future admissions policy.

Admissions Quick Facts

Admissions Summary

Prospective students should view the admission and application details below to get a better idea of the candidates Columbus State University accepts. Some of the details provided may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, a range of SAT/ACT scores of accepted students, as well as any college credits that may be accepted. This information can be used to get a better idea of your chances of getting into Columbus State University.

Also, make sure to visit the admissions office webpage (http://www.columbusstate.edu), where you can learn more about any additional application requirements and deadlines.

The Columbus State University admissions office phone number is (706) 568-2035. This is the last updated number we have on file, please contact us if incorrect.

You can also apply online here: http://admissions.columbusstate.edu

Admissions Links

Application Fees

  • Undergraduate Application Fee: $40.00 Fall 2011
  • Graduate Application Fee: $40.00 Fall 2011

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credit
  • AP Credit

Considerations for Admission

  • High School or Secondary School GPA
    • - Required
  • High School or Secondary School Record
    • - Required
  • College Preparatory Program Completion
    • - Required
  • Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...)
    • - Required
  • TOEFL
    • - Required

Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2011

 MaleFemaleTotal
Number of Applicants1,6192,5484,167
Number Granted Admission (%)919 (57%)1,350 (53%)2,269 (54%)
Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%)505 (55%)724 (54%)1,229 (54%)

Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2011

 NumberPercent (%)
SAT ® Exam88372%
ACT ® Exam51442%

SAT Scores for Accepted Students Fall 2011

 25th Percentile75th Percentile
SAT ® Critical Reading440550
SAT ® Math420530
SAT ® Writing420530

ACT Scores for Accepted Students Fall 2011

 25th Percentile75th Percentile
ACT ® Composite1722
ACT ® English1722
ACT ® Math1722

Enrollment Data

Overall Student Enrollment

  • Total Student Enrollment: 8,298

    • - Undergraduate: 7,069

    - Graduate: 1,229

Student Gender

  • Total Student Gender

    • - Male: 3,286

    - Female: 4,892

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.7 : 1

  • Undergraduate Gender

    • - Male: 2,805

    - Female: 4,163

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.7 : 1

  • Graduate Gender

    • - Male: 481

    - Female: 729

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.7 : 1

Student Attendance

  • Total Student Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 5,341

    - Part-Time: 2,837

  • Undergraduate Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 4,908

    - Part-Time: 2,060

  • Graduate Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 433

    - Part-Time: 777

Student Race Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Non-Resident Alien921%
American Indian550.7%
Black2,77933%
Asian1552%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander330.4%
Hispanic3264%
White4,68556%
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Student Age Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Age Under 181221%
Ages 18-191,89823%
Ages 20-211,58219%
Ages 22-241,51419%
Ages 25-291,05813%
Ages 30-345236%
Ages 35-394646%
Ages 40-497189%
Ages 50-652833%
Age Over 65160.2%

Graduation Rates

Disclaimer

The data listed below is for informational purposes only. Although graduation, transfer, and retention rates should be included in determining the performance of a school, it is only one of many factors to consider and may not provide a clear representation of the school's performance. These figures are based on a cohort or subset of students.

Graduation and Retention Rates Quick Facts

Retention Rates

The retention rate figures represent the percentage of first time students (full-time or part-time) that complete the first year and return the following year.

  • Full-Time Students: 70%
  • Part-Time Students: 48%

Overall Graduation Rates

 (%) of Entering Class
All Students31%

Graduation Rates By Gender

 (%) of Entering Class
Male25%
Female35%

Graduation Rates By Race

 (%) of Entering Class
Non-Resident Alien38%
American Indian100%
Black27%
Asian44%
Hispanic29%
White33%

Graduation Rates By Number of Years to Graduate

 (%) of Entering Class
4 Years or Less12%
5 Years24%
6 Years31%

Tuition & Fees

Disclaimer:

The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition and Fees Quick Facts

Alternative Tuition Plans Offered

    To get a personalized estimate for the cost of attending Columbus State University, visit their online calculator by clicking the following link: http://finaid.columbusstate.edu

    Estimated Cost of Attendance or "Net Price" for Full-Time Beginning Students

    The "Net Price" figures apply to undergraduate students beginning full-time enrollment who have paid the in-state/district tuition and were awarded grants or scholarships.

     2010-112009-102008-09
    Average Net Price$8,761$8,541$8,722
    $0 - $30,000$7,909$7,499$7,642
    $30,000 - $48,000$8,913$7,811$8,653
    $48,001 - $75,000$11,071$11,454$10,891
    $75,001 - $110,000$13,102$12,537$12,222
    More Than $110,000$13,070$12,837$12,404

    Undergraduate Student Tuition, Fees, and Expenses

    2011-122010-112009-10
    In-District Tuition and Fees$5,457$4,996$4,248
    In-State Tuition and Fees$5,457$4,996$4,248
    Out of State Tuition and Fees$17,266$14,572$13,540
    Books and Supplies$1,070$1,072$974

    Undergraduate Housing Expenses

    2011-122010-112009-10
    On Campus
    Room and Board$8,808$8,542$8,888
    Other Expenses$3,704$3,334$3,157
    Off Campus
    Room and Board$8,653$7,262$8,061
    Other Expenses$4,541$4,033$3,975
    Off Campus with Family
    Other Expenses$4,541$4,033$3,975

    Undergraduate Total Expenses

    2011-122010-112009-10
    On Campus
    In-District$19,039$17,944$17,267
    In-State$19,039$17,944$17,267
    Out of State$30,848$27,520$26,559
    Off Campus
    In-District$19,721$17,363$17,258
    In-State$19,721$17,363$17,258
    Out of State$31,530$26,939$26,550
    Off Campus with Family
    In-District$11,068$10,101$9,197
    In-State$11,068$10,101$9,197
    Out of State$22,877$19,677$18,489

    Financial Aid

    Disclaimer

    The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.

    Financial Aid Quick Facts

    Financial Aid Office Phone Number

    The Columbus State University financial aid office phone number is (706) 568-2036. This is the most up to date contact information we have, please contact us if incorrect.

    Financial Aid Office Webpage

    Financial Aid Office

    Financial Aid Breakdown 2010-11

     # Receiving Aid% Receiving AidAverage Amount
    Any Financial Aid1,02789%-
    Any Grant or Scholarship Aid91279%$6,827
    All Federal Grants57850%$5,089
    Pell Grants57450%$4,605
    Other Federal Grants29626%$1,007
    State/Local Grants & Scholarships54647%$5,291
    Institutional Grants & Scholarships12711%$3,113
    All Student Loans60953%$5,709
    Federal Student Loans60753%$5,547
    Other Student Loans151%$7,315

    Federal Loans - Student Repayment Default Rates

    This table shows the number and percentage of students who received federal student loans but had problems paying them back. A high default rate may represent a lack of quality instruction or a poor hiring climate for graduates of a school.

     200920082007
    Default Rate (%)6.3%5.9%6.0%
    Number in Default979794
    Number in Repayment1,5361,6411,547

    Housing & Meals

    Campus Housing Information - Room & Board

    • Are On-Campus Board or Meal Plans Provided?:

      • - Yes, the number of meals offered are based on the maximum meal plan provided.

    • Is Living On-Campus Required?:

      • - No

    On-Campus Dorms - Details

    • Total Dormatory Capacity: 1,200
    • Estimated Cost for On-Campus Dorm: $4,950

    On-Campus Board or Meal Plans - Details

    • Estimated Board or Meal Plan Costs: $3,310
    • Number of Meals Per Week Provided: 19

    Crime & Safety

    Arrests Made Per Year

    This table reports the number of arrests made per year that took place both on and off campus. These figures were reported by the institutions themselves and have not been subject to independent review.

     2010-112009-102008-09
    Off Campus Surrounding Area
    Weapons Related-1-
    Drug Related-23
    Liquor Related--3
    On Campus
    Weapons Related915
    Drug Related182430
    Liquor Related212327
    Nearby Public Area
    Weapons Related212
    Drug Related223
    Liquor Related241821
    Residence Hall
    Weapons Related712
    Drug Related12212
    Liquor Related863

    Criminal Offenses Per Year

    This table reports the number of criminal charges per year that took place both on and off campus. These figures were reported by the institutions themselves and have not been subject to independent review.

     2010-112009-102008-09
    On Campus
    Robbery11-
    Aggravated Assault1-1
    Burglary1392
    Vehicle Theft221
    Arson11-
    Nearby Public Area
    Robbery-2-
    Vehicle Theft-1-
    Residence Hall
    Robbery1--
    Aggravated Assault1-1
    Burglary1292

    Sports & Teams

    Athletic Associations

    • Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

    NCAA or NAIA Conferences

    • College Basketball Conference: Peach Belt Conference
    • College Baseball Conference: Peach Belt Conference
    • College Track & Field Conference: Peach Belt Conference

    Student Aid Amounts for Athletes

     TotalMen's TeamsWomen's TeamsCoed Teams
    Total Aid$931,502$445,569$485,933$14,950
    Ratio (%)100%47%51%2%

    Sports and Players Breakdown

     TotalMen's TeamsWomen's TeamsCoed Teams
    All Athletes19393928
    Baseball3131--
    Basketball281711-
    Golf1596-
    Rifle8--8
    Soccer27-27-
    Softball16-16-
    Tennis17107-
    Track and Field, Outdoor351817-
    Track and Field, X-Country1688-

    Coaches Salary Breakdown

     TotalMen's TeamsWomen's TeamsCoed Teams
    Head Coaches-$29,711$34,341$42,500
    Assistant Coaches-$30,348$30,566-

    Number of Coaches Per Team

     TotalMen's TeamsWomen's TeamsCoed Teams
    All Coaches209101
    Baseball33--
    Head Coaches11--
    Assistant Coaches22--
    Basketball422-
    Head Coaches211-
    Assistant Coaches211-
    Golf211-
    Head Coaches211-
    Assistant Coaches----
    Rifle1--1
    Head Coaches1--1
    Assistant Coaches----
    Soccer2-2-
    Head Coaches1-1-
    Assistant Coaches1-1-
    Softball2-2-
    Head Coaches1-1-
    Assistant Coaches1-1-
    Tennis211-
    Head Coaches211-
    Assistant Coaches----
    Track and Field, Outdoor211-
    Head Coaches211-
    Assistant Coaches----
    Track and Field, X-Country211-
    Head Coaches211-
    Assistant Coaches----

    Faculty & Instructors

    Employee Type Breakdown

     TotalFull-TimePart-Time
    Total Employees1,023735288
    Faculty Status507309198
    Tenured Faculty140140-
    Graduate Assistants121-121
    Instruction, Research and/or Public Service469271198
    Primarily Instruction469271198
    Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial3636-
    Other Professionals24223210
    Technical and/or Paraprofessional27619680
    Clerical And Secretarial1158134
    Skilled Crafts2222-
    Service and/or Maintenance1207644

    Full-Time Faculty Average Salary Breakdown

     TotalMaleFemale
    9/10 Month Contract
    All Faculty$58,974 (247)$62,355 (141)$54,477 (106)
    Professor$72,540 (52)$72,992 (38)$71,313 (14)
    Associate Professor$61,111 (72)$63,419 (41)$58,059 (31)
    Assistant Professor$54,051 (97)$57,482 (51)$50,247 (46)
    Instructor$54,141 (8)$54,563 (2)$54,000 (6)
    Lecturer$39,915 (18)$41,941 (9)$37,889 (9)
    11/12 Month Contract
    All Faculty$85,646 (24)$88,374 (13)$82,423 (11)
    Professor$94,668 (14)$98,709 (8)$89,281 (6)
    Associate Professor$77,943 (6)$71,730 (3)$84,155 (3)
    Assistant Professor$62,750 (2)$59,000 (1)$66,500 (1)
    Lecturer$68,500 (2)$85,000 (1)$52,000 (1)
    Equated 9 Month Contract
    All Faculty$59,958 (271)$63,195 (154)$55,696 (117)
    Professor$73,583 (66)$74,344 (46)$71,834 (20)
    Associate Professor$61,316 (78)$63,097 (44)$59,012 (34)
    Assistant Professor$53,997 (99)$57,305 (52)$50,336 (47)
    Instructor$54,141 (8)$54,563 (2)$54,000 (6)
    Lecturer$41,528 (20)$44,702 (10)$38,355 (10)
    *Not all of the programs above may be offered
    Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2011: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
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