Columbus State Community College (2024)

The Education You Need for the Career You Want

Whether you want to start a new career, get ahead at your current job, or check “college degree” off your list of life goals, you belong at Columbus State.

We offer two-year degrees and short-term certificates designed to prepare you for the career you want. We work closely with regional employers to understand the skills they look for in job candidates, and translate that knowledge into our classes so you graduate ready to work. And if you’re already juggling work and family, don’t worry — Columbus State’s low tuition, manageable payment plans, and flexible classes make college possible even when life is busy. That's why 68% of our students are over the age of 20.

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Intel & Semiconductor Jobs

Advanced Manufacturing is coming to Central Ohio in a big way, and companies are looking for workers. Intel’s selection of the Columbus Region for its “mega-site” chip fabrication complex brings immediate and long-term career opportunities for future students, current students, job-seekers, and lifelong learners. If you're an adult learner with an aptitude for machines, attention to detail, and no problems with hard work, we want to hear from you.

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I’m starting college for the first time

We understand the unique needs of students who are attending college while working, taking care of families, and fulfilling other responsibilities. With flexible classes including online options, and manageable payment plans, we make it possible for busy adults to earn a college degree.

NEW ADULT STUDENTS

I’ve attended college in the past (other than Columbus State)

More than 9,000 students a year transfer from other colleges to become Columbus State students. If you’re ready to benefit from our small classes, dedicated faculty and low tuition, we’re ready to welcome you as a Columbus State cougar!

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I’ve attended Columbus State in the past

If you have already submitted an application for admission in the past, there is no need to ever re-apply! We will have your information on file already. You may need to update your Columbus State record to reflect any changes in your name, address, phone number, immigration status, or program of study.

RETURNING STUDENTS

I have served in the military

Columbus State is consistently ranked as a top college for veterans. Our Military and Veterans Services team is here to help you with the enrollment process and accessing your education benefits.

MILITARY AND VETERANS SERVICES

Why Columbus State?

Flexible

We offer day and evening classes, as well as flexible online options.

Career Oriented

Many of our degrees and certificates are designed to get you into the career you want in two years or less.

Supportive

We are laser-focused on student success, with resources to support you inside the classroom and outside of it.

Affordable

At less than $5,000 for a full year, we offer the lowest tuition in the region, plus financial aid and scholarship opportunities.

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Degrees

Columbus State offers a wide range of programs that allow you to join the workforce with your two-year associate degree, or transfer on to earn a bachelor’s degree. We have deep roots in STEM, business and manufacturing, health care, social sciences, skilled trades, arts and sciences and more. Explore our degree programs to find the option that’s right for you.

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Certificates

Columbus State also offers a variety of short-term certificate programs in fields where there are career paths with well-paying jobs. Our certificates provide intensive study (usually 1-2 semesters) in a specific discipline and give you the credentials to help position yourself for hire, promotion, retention, or even the next credential as new career opportunities emerge.

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Veterans Services

Columbus State is consistently ranked as a top college for veterans. Our Military and Veterans Services team is here to help you with the enrollment process and accessing your education benefits.

Personal, Supportive Online Learning

For many adult students, online classes and degrees offer much-needed flexibility and convenience. At Columbus State, we offer a wide range of online courses designed to deliver the same engaging experience you expect in a traditional classroom.

Columbus State launched its first online course in 1997, and we’ve been committed to innovation in online learning ever since. We were the first college in Ohio approved by the Higher Learning Commission to offer degrees entirely online. Since 2017, 80% of our graduates completed one or more online classes on their way to earning a degree. Our faculty are equipped with the tools and training they need to inspire and engage students online. In fact, Columbus State Community College has won multiple awards for digital instruction design and original online textbooks, including the Apple Distinguished Program designation and the Campus Technology Teaching & Learning Impact Award.

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Accelerated Training Centers

If you need a faster track to steady employment, our no-cost Accelerated Training Centers can help you reset your career with two to five weeks of training. You’ll become qualified for skilled positions that start at $16-$26 an hour. You’ll also meet hiring managers with positions to fill!

Free trainings can include:

Career counseling
Basic English language skills
Basic computer skills

Please note: Accelerated Training Centers do not offer college credit.

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FAQs

Is Columbus State Community College a 2 or 4 year college? ›

At Columbus State, you can take a two-year degree, then transfer to a four-year school and finish your bachelor's degree. Our degrees are designed to transfer seamlessly to most public colleges in Ohio and a number of private schools. Many students also take a few courses here, then transfer.

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What GPA do you need to get into Columbus State Community College? ›

GPA of 2.0 (high school, vocational program, two-year or four-year higher education institution). If less than 12 credits have been completed at CSCC, the GPA from the most recently attended learning institution will be used for program admission purposes.

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What is the cost per credit hour at Columbus State Community College? ›

Tuition Rates

The Ohio resident credit hour fee of $182.93 is comprised of a $162.43 instructional fee and a $20.50 general fee. The general fee defrays the cost of registration, student activities services, and student support services of a non-instructional nature.

What is the Columbus State Community College acceptance rate? ›

The Columbus State CC acceptance rate is 100%. Popular majors include Liberal Arts and Humanities, Nursing Assistant, and Business. Graduating 31% of students, Columbus State CC alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $26,400.

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Can you get a bachelor's degree from Columbus State Community College? ›

Columbus State offers one bachelor's degree completion program, the Bachelor of Science in Nursing, aimed at students who already have an associate degree in nursing (ADN) or the equivalent.

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Is Columbus State D1? ›

The Columbus State Cougars are the athletic teams that represent Columbus State University, located in Columbus, Georgia, in intercollegiate sports at the Division II level of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), primarily competing in the Peach Belt Conference since the 1990–91 academic year.

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Is Columbus State University hard to get into? ›

The acceptance rate at Columbus State University is 78.6%.

This means the school is lightly selective. The school will have their expected requirements for GPA and SAT/ACT scores.

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What is the tuition for Columbus State University? ›

In-state tuition 5,751 USD, Out-of-state tuition 16,805 USD (2022 – 23)

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What is full-time at Columbus State Community College? ›

Full-Time Enrollment/Part-Time Enrollment – A full-time student is enrolled in 12 or more credit hours in a semester. A part-time student is enrolled in less than 12 credit hours in a semester.

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Is Columbus State University a 4 year college? ›

CSU has grown since its founding in 1958, from a two-year college serving Columbus, Georgia to a four-year university offering graduate and undergraduate programs, some of which have achieved a national reputation.

How many years is Columbus State? ›

The school was granted four-year status in 1965 with offerings of bachelor's and master's degrees. The first four-year class graduated in 1970. In 1996, the school was renamed Columbus State University as part of a program to restructure four-year institutions within the state's university system.

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What are two differences between a community college and a four-year college? ›

Students who begin their studies at a community college are ready to enter university at the junior level, meaning they only need an additional two-years before earning a bachelor's degree. Most community colleges do not offer a bachelor's degree. Instead, community colleges award certificates and associate degrees.