Average

Score: 53/100

Central State University

4-Year Public HBCU

📍 Wilberforce, Ohio 45384

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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 26%

Outcomes

48/100

Affordability

C+

56/100

Resources

C+

61/100

Experience

C+

64/100

Prestige

41/100

Quick Stats

3,454

Total Enrollment

26%

Graduation Rate

51%

Retention Rate

17.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

46%

Acceptance Rate

$14,821

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🏠 Housing Market Near Central State University ▼

1% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 35 students who need housing.

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$5,404	$7,404
Room	$6,086
Board	$5,304
Total Cost (On-Campus)	$22,014	$24,014

Financial Aid

90%

Receive Any Aid

73%

Receive Pell Grants

89%

Take Out Loans

$14,821

Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000	$15,607
$30,001 - $48,000	$16,661
$48,001 - $75,000	$18,187
$75,001 - $110,000	$21,211

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Business/Commerce, General 332 grads/yr Education, General 242 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 204 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 88 grads/yr Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General 75 grads/yr Special Education and Teaching, General 26 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 15 grads/yr Psychology, General 15 grads/yr Social Work 12 grads/yr Manufacturing Engineering 8 grads/yr Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering 8 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 7 grads/yr Journalism, Other 6 grads/yr Sociology, General 5 grads/yr Agroecology and Sustainable Agriculture 4 grads/yr Computer Science 4 grads/yr Art/Art Studies, General 3 grads/yr Chemistry, General 3 grads/yr Political Science and Government, General 3 grads/yr Music Performance, General 2 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Central State University's top programs commonly pursue.

Chief executives

$206k/yr 309,400 jobs

Sales managers

$138k/yr 619,500 jobs

Managers, all other

$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs

Industrial production managers

$121k/yr 241,900 jobs

Administrative services managers

$108k/yr 271,200 jobs

Construction managers

$107k/yr 550,300 jobs

Facilities managers

$105k/yr 151,400 jobs

General and operations managers

$103k/yr 3,712,900 jobs

Student Demographics

3,454

Total Students

66%

Women

49%

Traditional Age (18-24)

Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 18%

Hispanic 9%

Black 49%

Asian 2%

Two or More 5%

Non-Resident 5%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 99%

Off-Campus (Renters) 1%

With Family 0%

🏘️ Rental Demand: ~35 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 13%

Hybrid (Some Online) 33%

Fully Online 55%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 49%

25-64 (Adult) 48%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Central State University?

Central State University has an acceptance rate of 46%. This makes it a moderately selective institution with competitive admission standards.

How much does it cost to attend Central State University?

Tuition at Central State University is $5,404 for in-state students and $7,404 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $14,821.

What is the graduation rate at Central State University?

The graduation rate at Central State University is 26%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.

Is Central State University a good school?

Central State University has a Repit College Score of 53/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (C+): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition

Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.

How many students attend Central State University?

Central State University has a total enrollment of 3,454 students.

Is there rental demand near Central State University?

Yes! Approximately 1% of students at Central State University live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 35 students who need rental housing near campus.

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