COLUMBUS STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE (Columbus State)
- 550 E Spring St
- Columbus, OH 43215
- OPEID College Code: 00686700
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- General Phone: (614) 287-5353
- President: M Valeriana Moeller
- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Quarter
- Highest Degree: Associate's
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 28,539
- College Alias: Columbus State, CSCC
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Columbus State Community College is a two-year community college located in Ohio that offers associate's degrees and professional/career certificates. Columbus State is committed to providing education to diverse learners, and offers a range of programs to meet the needs of the changing student body. The "Career & Tech" associate's degrees and certificates are offered in more than 120 areas of health, business and engineering technologies. There are also "transfer-friendly" programs in the Arts & Sciences that allow students to complete the first two years of a bachelor's degree, that they will complete at another institution.
Columbus State serves its local community through its Community Education and Workforce Development program, providing non-credit workplace and career-specific training to the local workforce. This includes language training to recent immigrants that helps students meet the requirements to earn a GED, and "transitional workforce" training. Columbus State also provides programs for high school students through its K-12 programs.
History
Columbus State Community College was founded in 1963 with 67 students enrolled.
Academics
The academic calendar for Columbus State Community College follows the quarter system, with four quarters that run 11 weeks each. Columbus State will switch to the semester system in the fall of 2012.
Colleges and Schools
As a community college, Columbus State is not divided into colleges and schools, but rather many departments through which students can earn a degree or professional certificate in two primary areas: Arts and Sciences Degree Programs, and Career and Technology Degree & Certificate Programs.
Student Life
The students of Columbus State can participate in 45 different student clubs, organizations and honor societies. These groups include choir, band, intramural sports, theatre, and the student newspaper.
There is also a Student Ambassadors program, which gives students the opportunity to participate in leadership activities such as:
- Assisting with public relations at special events like job fairs, blood drives, etc.
- Staffing new student orientation programs
- Giving campus tours
- Engaging in community outreach
- Developing special projects in academics or student services
Athletics
The Columbus State "Cougars" athletics teams compete in five intercollegiate sports. The school also has an award-winning cheerleading squad.
Men's Sports:
- Basketball
- Golf
Women's Sports:
- Basketball
- Golf
- Volleyball
Satellite Campuses and Centers
There are two main campuses of Columbus State Community College: Columbus Campus and Delaware Campus. In addition, Columbus State has several conveniently located off-campus sites.
Columbus State Off-Campus Centers:
- Westerville
- Gahanna
- Southeast
- Pickaway County
- Grove City
- Southwest at Bolton Field
- Tolles
- Dublin
- Marysville
Community Life
A key part of the mission of Columbus State is to serve the Columbus-area community by providing educational opportunities to all. Various initiatives and programs provide basic skills training, college preparation, GED preparation, new career training, development of personal interests, and more.
Initiatives, programs and services provided to the community:
- K-12 Initiatives
- Educational Talent Search (a pre-collegiate program for students from grades 6-12)
- ESL Afterschool Communities
- Trade-Skill Training (Orientation to Trade and Apprenticeship Programs)
- COWIC One-Stop Youth Services (assessment and career exploration for at-risk youth)
- Conference Center
- Language Institute
- GED Preparation
- Volunteer Opportunities
- Student Jobs
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- On-Campus Day Care Available
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Website
- www2.cscc.edu
- Mission Statement
- To provide quality educational programs that meet the life-long learning needs of its community. Through its dynamic curriculum and commitment to diverse learners, the college will serve as a catalyst for creating and fostering linkages among the community, business and educational institutions. The college will proactively respond to the changing needs of our community and its role in the global economy through the use of instructional and emerging technologies.
- North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Public Urban-Serving Single Campus
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Higher Part-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Very Large Two-Year
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- Admission Links
- Admissions: cscc.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $50.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: Columbus State Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 73%
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 50% | 44% | 33% | 7% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $3,396 | $3,308 | $1,675 | $1,653 |
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 6.4% | 5.7% | 5.6% |
| Number in Default | 366 | 363 | 345 |
| Number in Repayment | 5,680 | 6,274 | 6,135 |
| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $2,916 | $2,916 | $2,916 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $2,916 | $2,916 | $2,916 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $6,444 | $6,444 | $6,444 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,520 | $1,520 | $1,050 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $6,840 | $6,840 | $6,300 |
| Other Expenses | $1,890 | $1,890 | $1,740 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $1,890 | $1,890 | $1,740 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $4,436 | $4,436 | $3,966 |
| In-State | $4,436 | $4,436 | $3,966 |
| Out of State | $7,964 | $7,964 | $7,494 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $13,166 | $13,166 | $12,006 |
| In-State | $13,166 | $13,166 | $12,006 |
| Out of State | $16,694 | $16,694 | $15,534 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $6,326 | $6,326 | $5,706 |
| In-State | $6,326 | $6,326 | $5,706 |
| Out of State | $9,854 | $9,854 | $9,234 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 28,539 Undergraduate: 28,539
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 12,312 Female: 16,227
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 12,312 Female: 16,227
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 12,877 Part-Time: 15,662
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 12,877 Part-Time: 15,662
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 325 | 1% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 855 | 3% |
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 435 | 2% |
| Ages 18-19 | 4,745 | 17% |
| Ages 20-21 | 5,239 | 18% |
| Ages 22-24 | 4,896 | 17% |
| Ages 25-29 | 4,946 | 17% |
| Ages 30-34 | 2,952 | 10% |
| Ages 35-39 | 1,866 | 7% |
| Ages 40-49 | 2,310 | 8% |
| Ages 50-65 | 1,071 | 4% |
| Age Over 65 | 79 | 0.3% |
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 2,689 | 917 | 1,772 |
| Faculty Status | 1,612 | 285 | 1,327 |
| Tenured Faculty | 216 | 216 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 1,612 | 285 | 1,327 |
| Primarily Instruction | 1,612 | 285 | 1,327 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 116 | 115 | 1 |
| Other Professionals | 138 | 107 | 31 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 823 | 410 | 413 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 274 | 123 | 151 |
| Skilled Crafts | 2 | - | 2 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 98 | 81 | 17 |
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $57,964 (285) | $58,302 (143) | $57,624 (142) |
| Professor | $74,520 (70) | $73,394 (33) | $75,523 (37) |
| Associate Professor | $62,153 (51) | $63,205 (29) | $60,766 (22) |
| Assistant Professor | $53,119 (85) | $53,942 (43) | $52,277 (42) |
| Instructor | $45,804 (79) | $46,389 (38) | $45,263 (41) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $57,964 (285) | $58,302 (143) | $57,624 (142) |
| Professor | $74,520 (70) | $73,394 (33) | $75,523 (37) |
| Associate Professor | $62,153 (51) | $63,205 (29) | $60,766 (22) |
| Assistant Professor | $53,119 (85) | $53,942 (43) | $52,277 (42) |
| Instructor | $45,804 (79) | $46,389 (38) | $45,263 (41) |
- Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (Njcaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $267,883 | $144,380 | $123,503 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 54% | 46% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 54 | 21 | 33 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 53 | 21 | 32 |
| Basketball | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Golf | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Volleyball | 14 | - | 14 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $6,500 | $7,375 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $4,167 | $4,500 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Basketball | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Golf | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Volleyball | 4 | - | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | - | 3 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 55%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 37%
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 8% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 7% |
| Female | 9% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | - |
| American Indian | - |
| Black | 4% |
| Asian | 8% |
| Hispanic | - |
| White | 10% |
| Unknown | 8% |
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Weapons Related | 2 | 1 |
| Drug Related | 7 | 8 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Robbery | - | 1 |
| Burglary | - | 1 |
| Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
- Reviewed on: May 12, 2012
Flag Review - Rating:
- This is actually a great college. If someone says otherwise, it is because they are not a serious student and just want to find reasons to complain. Every chemistry and biology professor I had was very intelligent and actually cared about the students. Admission into Cols State is open admission, so yes, there are plenty of students there who don't care and don't try, but they flunk out sooner than later.
- Reviewed on: April 09, 2012 Flag Review
- Rating:
- I don't know about all the previous reviewer is complaining about, my experience there has been wonderful. Every cc has some ghetto students, but most students here are serious about their studies with lots of healthy competition among them. I've joined many study groups in my harder biology and chem classes. Trust me, if you are serious and want to go here and transfer out, Columbus will be fine for you.
- Reviewed on: March 19, 2012 Flag Review
- Rating:
- Wow, I don't know where to start? This school is so bad, lots of ghetto students thinking they are all that. Classes are hard to get into, I have to beg the professors to let me in. They overbook these classes knowing only the ones who have the time to stay after class will be able to get in. I can not wait to get out columbus state and go to a real college that cares about its students! I'd rank it 0 if I could.
