Create You at Columbus State University
Join a community of connected, creative learners. By applying to Columbus State University, you're taking a crucial step toward a transformational education. Here, we encourage fresh ideas, discover unexpected solutions, and shape new futures every day.
Located in historic and vibrant Columbus, Georgia, and just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, Columbus State is the ideal place to discover your passion and focus your creative mind. You'll be inspired by faculty members who are not only groundbreaking researchers and scholars, but also welcoming teachers and mentors.
At CSU, you'll learn beyond the classroom, developing critical-thinking and creative problem-solving skills that are in high demand in every field. See why university enrollment is 7,800 strong - and growing.
Applying to Columbus State
We want you to have all the information and support you need to apply to Columbus State, so if you have questions, please contact us at enroll@columbusstate.edu or 706-507-8800.
Undergraduate Admission
Students who have graduated high school within the last 5 years and have fewer than 30 transferable college credit hours.
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Students who have earned an undergraduate degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution.
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Students who have attended another college or university (other than dual enrollment) and have earned 30 or more transferrable hours.
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Undergraduate students who have previously attended CSU longer than five semesters ago from when they plan to re-enter.
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High school students wanting to earn college credit that also applies towards their high school diploma.
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Students who graduated high school more than 5 years ago and have fewer than 30 transferrable hours.
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Information and resources for helping parents and guardians of students such as enrollment, financial aid, orientation, and counseling.
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Students who are enrolled in a college or university and would like to complete courses temporarily at Columbus State University.
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