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Central State University

Wilberforce, OH

Overview

  • Type
    4-year • Public
  • Campus Life
    Medium • Rural
  • Average Per Year After Aid
    $10K
  • SAT Range
    770–950
  • Graduation Rate
    25%
  • Special Mission
    Special Mission
    HBCU

Central State University is a medium, 4-year, public university. This coed college is located in a rural community in a rural setting and is primarily a residential campus. It offers bachelor's, certificate, and master's degrees. This college has an acceptance rate of 96% and a graduation rate of 25%.

From the Institution

Central State University's history begins with our parent institution Wilberforce University, named in honor of the great abolitionist William Wilberforce. Established at Tawawa Springs, Ohio, in 1856, it is affiliated with the African Methodist Episcopal (A.M.E.) Church and is one of the oldest Black-administered institutions of higher education in the nation. In 1887, the Ohio General Assembly enacted legislation that created a Combined Normal and Industrial Department at Wilberforce University. The objectives of this new state-sponsored department were to provide teacher training and vocational education an...

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College Board Code
1107
Application Types Accepted
  • Common Black College Application
  • Online through college's own website
Fee Waiver Info
Available to all qualified students. Visit the college website for details.

Contact Information

Important Dates

Dates are subject to change so confirm important deadlines by visiting the college’s website.

August 1
Financial Aid Application Due

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