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Central State University

Wilberforce, OH 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate89%

About Central State University

Central State University is a public, state university in the rural area of Wilberforce, Ohio. Central State University was founded in 1887. The university currently enrolls around 5,434 students a year, including 5,406 undergrad students.

Central State University Acceptance Rate

It is not difficult to get into Central State University. In 2022, Central State University accepted 89% of applicants. In 2022, 3,814 students applied to Central State University and 3,388 were admitted.

Central State University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance
Overall Acceptance Rate 89%
Early Decision Acceptance Rate ED not offered
Early Action Acceptance Rate EA not offered
Average GPA 2.8
Test Optional May require tests

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Central State University is located in Wilberforce, Ohio, near Dayton.

If you would like to see Central State University for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take U.S. Route 35 to Wilberforce, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Dayton International.

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College Info

1400 Brush Row Road PO Box 1004 Wilberforce, OH 45384

Campus Setting: Rural

Central State University Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Continuous processing

Transfer Applications are Due

Continuous processing

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Central State University is Continuous processing.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Central State University is Continuous processing.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

Central State University SAT Scores

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Central State University Tuition & Fees

Tuition & Fees

$18,496

In State

$20,496

Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$5,176
$7,176
Fees
$2,420
$2,420
Housing
$10,900
$10,900
Books
Unknown
Unknown

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Student Life

Wondering what life at Central State University is like? There are approximately 5,434 students enrolled at Central State University, including 5,406 undergraduate students and 28 graduate students. 58% percent of students attend school full-time, 23% percent are from OH and 77% percent of students are from other states.

58%

Full Time

42%

Part Time

23%

In State

77%

Out-of-State

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

5,434

Campus Setting

Rural

Acceptance Rate

89%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$7,596

Out-of-State

$9,596

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Continuous processing
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