Columbus State University My First Choice

Columbus, Georgia • ColumbusState.edu

Because CSU helps me

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Columbus State University offers an education of transformation – with your needs in mind. Nationally recognized for our commitment to internationalization and community service, we’re small enough to get to know you, yet large enough to offer 65 undergraduate programs (plus 30 graduate degrees) in the fine arts and humanities, business, education, nursing, social sciences, and more.

Become the confident, capable professional you are meant to be. Choose your brightest future with CSU!

CONVENIENTLY LOCATED, NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED

Established in 1958, Columbus State University’s academic programs have achieved national prominence. We’re located 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, Georgia, with two unique campuses.

Our traditional main campus is located in the heart of Columbus and is easily accessible from the interstate. Our RiverPark campus, specializing in the fine arts, is in downtown Columbus along the beautiful Chattahoochee River. We also offer online courses and even online degrees at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.

YOUR BEST LEARNING CURVES

Expect to be challenged in small classes and with one-on-one interaction with your professors.

Learning happens everywhere, with online courses, internships, and research and creative scholarship. Serving the community and studying abroad also expands your horizons. Join clubs, organizations, and athletic programs to develop leadership and teamwork skills.

My professors are really personable.

I can walk into their offices and talk about classes, mentoring, finding an internship, or getting ready for an exam. I can always find someone I need to talk to.

KHALIYAH ABIKOYE ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE ATLANTA, GEORGIA

TRADITIONAL + INNOVATIVE = STUNNING

AT HOME ON CAMPUS

URBAN VIBE, NATURAL SETTING

CSU’s main campus boasts the 106,000 sq. ft. Student

The first year live-on requirement provides endless

Enjoy Columbus, the second largest city in Georgia

Recreation Center (winner of the National Intramural

opportunities to form lasting relationships, become

– a vibrant place with nature as the backdrop.

Recreational Sports Administration Facilities Award),

engaged in campus life, and stay connected to

Take in outdoor concerts, relaxing cafes, and great

the flagship Schuster Student Success Center, and an

resources for academic and personal success. Our

shopping. Fly a virtual space mission at CSU’s

iconic clock tower. A picturesque foot bridge leads to

economical housing options include shared suites and

Coca-Cola Space Science Center. Bike, walk, jog, or

attractive student apartments and recreational fields.

traditional style apartments on the Main Campus and

skate along the beautiful RiverWalk with untouched

In downtown Columbus, the RiverPark campus mixes

loft-style apartments in the heart of downtown Columbus.

natural surroundings. Raft, kayak, river surf, or tube

renovated historic buildings with contemporary awardwinning facilities that house the music, theatre, and art programs along the Chattahoochee River.

along the world’s longest urban whitewater course,

Welcome to CSU’s diverse community of students from many different states, countries, and cultural backgrounds.

Study with professors who are highly networked in their fields. Be challenged by your peers (45% minority and a growing international population) to try on new ideas.

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a 2.5-mile stretch along the Chattahoochee River.

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Currently more than 8,300 students are enrolled in a wide variety of academic programs, from online degrees to a doctorate in education.

CSU is also a popular choice for transfer and international students.

Collaboration with community and world-wide partners help students achieve success.

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UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES BACCALAUREATE DEGREES Accounting Art Art Education Art History Biology Secondary Education Business Chemistry Applied Forensics Professional Secondary Education Communication Communication Studies Mass Media Public Relations Computer Science Applied Games Programming Software Systems Criminal Justice Earth & Space Science Astrophysics & Planetary Geology Environmental Science Geology Secondary Education Education Early Childhood Middle Grades Secondary Special Education English Language & Literature Creative Writing Literature Professional Writing Secondary Education Exercise Science Finance Health & Physical Education Health Science History Secondary Education Information Technology Liberal Arts Military & Global Issues Management Human Resources Management Information Systems Marketing Mathematics Applied Secondary Education Modern Language & Culture Spanish Literature & Culture Spanish w/Teacher Certification

Music Choral Instrumental Music Education Music Performance Instrumental Piano/Organ Vocal Nursing RN-BSN Political Science Psychology Sociology Applied Crime, Deviance & Society Theatre Performance Theatre Design & Technology Theatre Education ASSOCIATE DEGREES Criminal Justice General Studies PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS Pre-Dentistry Pre-Engineering (RETP) Pre-Law Pre-Medicine Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Physical/Occupational Therapy Pre-Veterinary Medicine ONLINE DEGREES Communication Business Information Technology Liberal Arts Nursing RN to BSN Sociology

CSU offers a number of additional academic programs through Certificates, Minors, BS/MS, and Graduate Degree Programs. For a detailed list, and for the most up-to-date listing of Undergraduate majors, please visit ColumbusState.edu

Because prof Each spring, Tower Day allows undergraduate students to showcase their research, creative projects, and other scholarly activities.

AN EDUCATION PLUS

In senior capstone courses, students synthesize their learning with research papers and other work.

or Japan. Spend a semester or year living in CSU’s

Our First-Year Seminar helps students make a successful transition to the university environment.

Pursue research and creative projects under the guidance of talented faculty. Join faculty-led study abroad programs and travel to places like Spain Spencer House and study one-on-one in classical tutorial style with professors at the University of Oxford.

Intern with a local Fortune 500 company like Aflac.

Set your sights on the Honors College and build a portfolio of conference and poster presentations.

My professors go above and beyond to help their students. Because of their encouragement and inspiration, I hope to go on for my masters in nursing. CSU has given me a start to a wonderful future.

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At Columbus State University you will find yourself among talented

fessors know me.

LEADERS IN TRAINING

faculty and staff, with an abundance of academic choices. Our students are highly motivated – they don’t just want to get ahead; they want to train

If you want to make a difference in the world, check

themselves for making a valuable

into CSU’s Servant Leadership Program. Founded in the

impact in their lives and careers.

late 1990s, this program is used as a model for other universities throughout the U.S. You’ll take leadership

When you surround yourself with the

classes, experience hands-on modeling of leadership

best at CSU, the result is an education

practices, and participate in community service projects.

Student projects have included building a wheelchair-

that is creative, inspiring, and personal.

accessible educational playground for the community and recording oral histories for nursing home residents.

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ACTION WITH PURPOSE

MANY WAYS TO BELONG

OPPORTUNITIES TO STAY ACTIVE

It’s not just about staying busy. It’s about exploring

Professional organizations, like the Student Nurses

If you are an athlete, consider participating in our

your passions and developing your abilities. It’s

Association, help you network with faculty, students,

successful NCAA Division II program. Play competitively

about digging deep and finding out who you are.

and employers. Qualified students thrive in honor

and also pursue excellence in the classroom. Or check

It’s about being mentored in a way that helps you

societies, such as Beta Beta Beta for biology majors

out CSU’s many club and intramural teams. Everyone

fully understand what you’re capable of. It’s about

and Lambda Pi Eta for communication majors. Joining

loves the Student Recreation Center and its impressive

making friends for life. So jump in and do it!

a fraternity or sorority means social connections and

workout equipment, classes, rock climbing wall, lap

valuable community service. Performing arts groups

pool, and lazy river. The Columbus Rails-to-Trails project

offer ways to shine in music, art, and theatre. Faith-

runs through both campuses, offering access for bikers,

based organizations help you stay grounded.

joggers, and walkers.

Whether you commute to, or live on campus, there are many ways to find a fit at CSU. Get the most out of your experience by getting involved. With more than100 organizations to choose

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from, you’re sure to find a sense of belonging. Your education is about so much more than the classroom.

I like the diversity of CSU students and enjoy my involvement in the African Student Organization and One Cougar World. By helping with planning activities and fundraising, I’m developing great leadership skills.

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The Cougars have won recent Peach Belt Conference championships in men’s cross country and women’s softball.

Our baseball team has participated in the College World Series, and our golf team has won the national championship five times.

Each year we celebrate our athletes named as AllAmericans and All-American Scholar Athletes.

nnect in so many ways.

NCAA COUGAR ATHLETICS Baseball Basketball Cheer Cross Country Dance Golf

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Tennis Track & Field Soccer Softball Volleyball

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CSU offers more than 100 grants to help students study abroad.

Competitive scholarships and paid internships are offered to first- and secondyear students interested in pursuing education careers in STEM fields (science, technology, engineering, and math).

Many other scholarships are available – check our financial aid website!

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CAREER ASSISTANCE AND MORE

DREAM JOBS JUST AHEAD

AFFORDABLE EXCELLENCE

The Center for Career Development is the place to

The research you performed on breast cancer, as part

An education from CSU is not only excellent, but

go for help with resume critiques, mock interviews,

of your undergraduate biology class, leads to your

also affordable! Because we’re a public university,

and finding that perfect internship. If you’re

acceptance into a prestigious medical school. Or the four-

our tuition is already very reasonable. Plus we’ll

undecided about your major and how to fit your

week, nine-credit study abroad program in Mexico – where

help you obtain the financial assistance you need

interests and aptitudes into a career, see the CCD,

you attend language classes with bankers from Europe –

so that you graduate with minimal debt. There may

ASAP! The Center also hosts many events geared to

leads to an internship abroad in finance. Be connected

even be scholarships and grants available to you

your financial success. The Financial Fitness Series

to so many amazing opportunities.

that do not need to be repaid. Just visit the Financial

helps you understand how to work within a budget and avoid debt. We care about the whole you.

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Aid portion of our website. Get started with CSU!

Think about both affordability and value when you plan your education.

Because CSU is a public university, our tuition is reasonable. Yet because we’re a smaller university, you’ll receive individual attention that is uncommon at larger universities. That translates into remarkable value!

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HISTORY

STUDENTS

COUGAR ATHLETICS

ACCOLADES

Established in 1958, CSU moved to its

CSU enrolls more than 8,300 diverse

Our athletes participate in the highly

Columbus State is consistently recognized for

current main campus in 1963. We’re a

undergraduate and graduate students

successful NCAA Division II program.

its educational impact and outreach efforts

proud member of the University System

from many different states, countries, and

They experience excellent competition in

and is a recipient of the Senator Paul Simon

of Georgia.

cultural backgrounds.

the Peach Belt Conference.

Award for Campus Internationalization and the President’s Higher Education Community

LOCATION

FACULTY

STUDENT LIFE

Service Honor Roll. Additionally, many of

Columbus State University has both main and

CSU employs approximately 315 full-time

CSU supports more than 100 student

CSU’s programs are ranked in reports such

RiverPark campuses in Columbus, Georgia,

faculty, with 70% holding the highest

organizations, including professional and

as U.S. News and World Report, Affordable

100 miles southwest of Atlanta.

degrees in their fields.

honor societies, performing arts groups,

Colleges Online, Top Management Degrees,

community service organizations, faith-

College Choice, OnlineU, GoGrad, Computer Science Online, and GetEducated.

FACILITIES

ACADEMICS

based groups, and social fraternities

Signature buildings include the Student

CSU offers more than 95 programs at the

and sororities.

Recreation Center and the Schuster

undergraduate and graduate levels, with

Student Success Center on the main

both on-campus and online instruction.

RESIDENCE HALLS

Information sessions and campus tours are

campus. The RiverPark campus includes the

Several of our academic programs have

CSU offers a number of on-campus

offered on select weekdays. For a more

award-winning Saunders Center for Music

achieved national recognition.

housing options for both the Main and

comprehensive visit experience, consider

RiverPark Campuses. Faculty in Residence,

attending one of our Discovery Days held on

FINANCIAL AID

Living Learning Communities, and the

select Saturdays through the academic year.

More than $60 million given last year in

freshman live-on requirement provide

Whatever your preference, go online or call

scholarships, grants, and low-interest loans.

the foundation of a fun and meaningful

to schedule your visit. Plan on staying awhile

on-campus housing experience!

and getting to know the Columbus area.

Studies, Corn Center for the Visual Arts, and Riverside Theatre Complex.

Office of Undergraduate Recruitment 4225 University Avenue Columbus, Georgia 31907-5645 706.507.8800 • 866.264.2035 Recruitment@ColumbusState.edu ColumbusState.edu

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A University System of Georgia Institution Columbus State University welcomes qualified students of any race, sex, handicap, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school.

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