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dream big. 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.
Because
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.
se I love both campuses.
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. TYLER FLOOD NURSING VIEUX-FORT, ST. LUCIA
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. ColumbusState.edu
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. ColumbusState.edu
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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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the housing, and getting that ‘I belong here’ feeling. Between RiverPark and
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Main Campus, you’re sure to find everything you need.
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From my initial visit, I remember
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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.
g for me.
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! ColumbusState.edu
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-
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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.
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