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Central State University

Wilberforce, Ohio · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$27,173

Acceptance Rate

46%

Graduation Rate

26%

Annual Tuition

$7,824

At a Glance

Total Students

3,412

Retention Rate

51%

Faculty Ratio

17

Financial Aid

29%

Median Debt

$30,739

Campus Setting

Rural

Institution Type

Public

Institution Overview

Central State University is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 46% and a student body of 3,412. The university's retention rate is 51.2%, and its graduation rate is 25.5%. The median debt for graduates is $30,739, and 28.8% of students receive financial aid.

The in-state tuition at Central State University is $7,824. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $29,583, increasing to $33,267 ten years after graduation. Five years after graduation, the median earnings are $27,173.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$30k

1 YEAR

$27k

5 YEARS

$33k

10 YEARS

Top 96% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Central State University alumni earn a median of $29,583. Five years after graduation, median earnings decrease to $27,173. However, ten years after graduation, median earnings increase to $33,267. The median debt for graduates is $30,739.

Central State University has a 46% acceptance rate and a 25.5% graduation rate. The retention rate is 51.2%. The in-state tuition is $7,824. A total of 28.8% of students receive financial aid.

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Campus Location

Wilberforce, Ohio

Wilberforce, OH 45384-1004

Central State University is located in Wilberforce, Ohio. The campus is in a rural setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Central State University has an acceptance rate of 46.0%.