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General Information About Central State University Central State University is a premier historically black university that nurtures students within a value-based environment focused on excellence in teaching and learning, research, and public service. Our mission is to academically prepare students with diverse backgrounds and educational needs for leadership and service in an increasingly complex and rapidly changing world. An open access institution, Central State University fosters academic excellence, providing a strong liberal arts foundation with majors in selected fields. We are dedicated to: Providing a nurturing and culturally enriched learning environment Stimulating in students an intellectual curiosity and a continuous search for knowledge Teaching students to think creatively and communicate effectively Instilling in students an aspiration for excellence Preparing students to address the challenges of a technologically-oriented world Providing quality educational programs in scientific and technological fields Offering programs with multicultural and global perspectives Reaching out to underserved populations Collaborating with other educational institutions, businesses, and government agencies to enrich learning experiences and educational opportunities for students Central State University throughout its history has provided equal educational opportunities to all qualified applicants. As a historically black institution, the University maintains a special emphasis on the following: Programs in scientific and technological fields where minorities have traditionally been under-represented and in which there is excellent future growth potential Transmitting and preserving the heritage of African-American culture Programs for students who enter the university with academic deficiencies, all offered in a nurturing environment
Institutional statistical data was gathered from the U.S. Department of Education - Institute of Education Sciences, National Center for Education Statistics, 2009-2010.Institution Type - 4-year, Public
Special Learning Opportunities - ROTC (Army)
- Teacher certification
Student Services - Remedial services
- Academic/career counseling service
- Placement services for completers
- On-campus day care for students' children
Credit Accepted - Dual credit
- The acceptance of credits for work experience or military experience are subject to review by the school and cannot be guaranteed.Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation - Not applicable
Federal Aid - Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates offered - Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree
Campus Setting Disability Services Student - 3% or Less
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Admission Total Applicants 6,948 Percent Admitted 39% Men Admitted 37% Women Admitted 40% Full Time Retention Rate 57% -
Submitted ACT & SAT Scores
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25th Percentile Score 75th Percentile Score Critical Reading 340 440 Math 340 440 -
25th Percentile Score 75th Percentile Score Composite 15 18 English 12 18 Math 15 17
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Student Demographics Total Enrolled 2,493 Native American 5.0 Asian 3.0 African American 2,327.0 Hispanic 21.0 Enrolled FullTime Undergraduates 2,040 Enrolled FullTime Graduates 2