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Columbus State University
Columbus, GAPublicCity Setting
Open Admission • 99% Acceptance
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Overview & Identity
Columbus State University is a public institution located in the city setting of Columbus, GA. The university supports an undergraduate student body of 5.6K students and has an admission acceptance rate of 99%.
Quick Facts
Institution Type
Public
Student Population
5.6K (Medium)
Admissions Selectivity
99% (Open Admission)
Predominant Degree
Bachelor's
Locale / Setting
City
Admissions & Academics
Admitted Student Scores
SAT Reading440 - 530
200typical 50% range800
SAT Math360 - 530
200typical 50% range800
ACT Composite16 - 22
1typical 50% range36
99%
Acceptance Rate
Open Admission
Top Majors & Programs
Health Sciences15% of degrees
Business & Marketing10% of degrees
Social Sciences6% of degrees
Biological Sciences5% of degrees
Engineering1% of degrees
Programs / Fields of Study
Program
Credential
Earnings 4yr
Earnings 5yr
Debt
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $119,397
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $111,944
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Education, Other.
Credential: Doctoral Degree
Earnings 4yr: $107,801
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Criminal Justice and Corrections.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $94,267
Earnings 5yr: $79,972
Debt: N/A
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $91,069
Earnings 5yr: $99,441
Debt: N/A
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $89,659
Earnings 5yr: $82,023
Debt: $30,980
Educational Administration and Supervision.
Credential: Doctoral Degree
Earnings 4yr: $85,580
Earnings 5yr: $78,235
Debt: N/A
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $80,694
Earnings 5yr: $93,070
Debt: $31,000
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $78,778
Earnings 5yr: $75,699
Debt: N/A
Educational Administration and Supervision.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $74,854
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Social Sciences, Other.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $67,595
Earnings 5yr: $51,801
Debt: N/A
Finance and Financial Management Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $65,380
Earnings 5yr: $58,109
Debt: $25,488
Criminal Justice and Corrections.
Credential: Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings 4yr: $65,062
Earnings 5yr: $55,292
Debt: $12,833
Management Information Systems and Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $63,514
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $26,751
Special Education and Teaching.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $63,482
Earnings 5yr: $62,060
Debt: N/A
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $62,834
Earnings 5yr: $60,142
Debt: N/A
Accounting and Related Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $61,389
Earnings 5yr: $53,104
Debt: $26,500
Political Science and Government.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $57,008
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Student Counseling and Personnel Services.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $54,549
Earnings 5yr: $58,393
Debt: N/A
Business/Commerce, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $53,246
Earnings 5yr: $54,271
Debt: $31,000
Tuition & Cost Portrait
Avg Net Price$13,115
In-State Tuition$5,898
Out-of-State Tuition$17,610
Net Price DifferentiatorAverage Net Price is what typical families actually pay out of pocket after receiving federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships. It provides a more accurate metric of affordability than the sticker tuition.
Financial Assistance & Support
45%
Pell Grants
38%
Take Loans
38%
Repayment
Student Outcomes & ROI
Earnings Milestones Post-Graduation
6 Years Post-Entry
$39,190
+14% growth
10 Years Post-Entry
$44,544
Completion Signals
42%
Graduation Rate
4-Year Completion
70%
Retention Rate
1st-to-2nd Year Return
Median Debt at Graduation
$15,000
Est. Monthly Payment
$162/mo
Based on standard 10yr path
Campus & Demographics
Student Demographics & Community
Diversity Mix
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Gender Balance
43%
Men57%
WomenThe campus gender distribution displays a split of 43% men and 57% women.
Student Vitals
First-Gen Share
33%
Part-Time Share
28%
Avg Family Income
$46,212
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