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Because CSU helps me dream big.

Columbus State University offers an education of transformation – with your

needs in mind. Nationally recognized for our commitment to internationalization

and community service, we’re small enough to get to know you, yet large

enough to offer 65 undergraduate programs (plus 30 graduate degrees) in the

fine arts and humanities, business, education, nursing, social sciences, and more.

Become the confident, capable professional you are meant to be. Choose your

brightest future with CSU!

CONVENIENTLY LOCATED, NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED

Established in 1958, Columbus State University’s academic programs have achieved national

prominence. We’re located 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, Georgia, with two unique campuses.

Our traditional main campus is located in the heart of Columbus and is easily accessible from

the interstate. Our RiverPark campus, specializing in the fine arts, is in downtown Columbus

along the beautiful Chattahoochee River. We also offer online courses and even online degrees

at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.

YOUR BEST LEARNING CURVES

Expect to be challenged in small classes and with one-on-one interaction with your professors.

Learning happens everywhere, with online courses, internships, and research and creative

scholarship. Serving the community and studying abroad also expands your horizons. Join

clubs, organizations, and athletic programs to develop leadership and teamwork skills.

Because CSU helps me dream big.

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Welcome to CSU’s diverse community

of students from many different states,

countries, and cultural backgrounds.

Study with professors who are

highly networked in their fields. Be

challenged by your peers (45%

minority and a growing international

population) to try on new ideas.

TRADITIONAL + INNOVATIVE = STUNNING

CSU’s main campus boasts the 106,000 sq. ft. Student

Recreation Center (winner of the National Intramural

Recreational Sports Administration Facilities Award),

the flagship Schuster Student Success Center, and an

iconic clock tower. A picturesque foot bridge leads to

attractive student apartments and recreational fields.

In downtown Columbus, the RiverPark campus mixes

renovated historic buildings with contemporary award-

winning facilities that house the music, theatre, and art

programs along the Chattahoochee River.

AT HOME ON CAMPUS

The first year live-on requirement provides endless

opportunities to form lasting relationships, become

engaged in campus life, and stay connected to

resources for academic and personal success. Our

economical housing options include shared suites and

traditional style apartments on the Main Campus and

loft-style apartments in the heart of downtown Columbus.

URBAN VIBE, NATURAL SETTING

Enjoy Columbus, the second largest city in Georgia

– a vibrant place with nature as the backdrop.

Take in outdoor concerts, relaxing cafes, and great

shopping. Fly a virtual space mission at CSU’s

Coca-Cola Space Science Center. Bike, walk, jog, or

skate along the beautiful RiverWalk with untouched

natural surroundings. Raft, kayak, river surf, or tube

along the world’s longest urban whitewater course,

a 2.5-mile stretch along the Chattahoochee River.

My professors are really personable.

I can walk into their offices and talk about

classes, mentoring, finding an internship, or

getting ready for an exam. I can always find

someone I need to talk to.

KHALIYAH ABIKOYEENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCEATLANTA, GEORGIA

Because I love both campuses.

Because I love both campuses.

Currently more than 8,300 students are enrolled in a wide variety of academic programs, from online degrees to a doctorate in education.

CSU is also a popular choice for transfer and international students.

Collaboration with community and world-wide partners help students achieve success.

BACCALAUREATE DEGREESAccountingArt Art Education Art HistoryBiology Secondary EducationBusinessChemistry Applied Forensics Professional Secondary EducationCommunication Communication Studies Mass Media Public RelationsComputer Science Applied Games Programming Software SystemsCriminal JusticeEarth & Space Science Astrophysics & Planetary Geology Environmental Science Geology Secondary EducationEducation Early Childhood Middle Grades Secondary Special EducationEnglish Language & Literature Creative Writing Literature Professional Writing Secondary EducationExercise ScienceFinanceHealth & Physical EducationHealth ScienceHistory Secondary EducationInformation TechnologyLiberal Arts Military & Global IssuesManagement Human Resources Management Information SystemsMarketingMathematics Applied Secondary EducationModern Language & Culture Spanish Literature & Culture Spanish w/Teacher Certification

Music Choral Instrumental Music EducationMusic Performance Instrumental Piano/Organ VocalNursing RN-BSNPolitical SciencePsychologySociology Applied Crime, Deviance & SocietyTheatre Performance Theatre Design & Technology Theatre Education

ASSOCIATE DEGREESCriminal JusticeGeneral Studies

PRE-PROFESSIONALPROGRAMSPre-DentistryPre-Engineering (RETP)Pre-LawPre-MedicinePre-PharmacyPre-Physical/Occupational TherapyPre-Veterinary Medicine

ONLINE DEGREESCommunicationBusiness Information TechnologyLiberal ArtsNursing RN to BSNSociology

Because professors know me.AN EDUCATION PLUS

Pursue research and creative projects under the

guidance of talented faculty. Join faculty-led study

abroad programs and travel to places like Spain

or Japan. Spend a semester or year living in CSU’s

Spencer House and study one-on-one in classical

tutorial style with professors at the University of Oxford.

Intern with a local Fortune 500 company like Aflac.

Set your sights on the Honors College and build a

portfolio of conference and poster presentations.

Each spring, Tower Day allows undergraduate students to showcase their research, creative projects, and other scholarly activities.

In senior capstone courses, students synthesize their learning with research papers and other work.

Our First-Year Seminar helps students make a successful transition to the university environment.

CSU offers a number of additional

academic programs through Certificates,

Minors, BS/MS, and Graduate Degree

Programs. For a detailed list, and for the

most up-to-date listing of Undergraduate

majors, please visit ColumbusState.edu

UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES

Because professors know me.LEADERS IN TRAINING

If you want to make a difference in the world, check

into CSU’s Servant Leadership Program. Founded in the

late 1990s, this program is used as a model for other

universities throughout the U.S. You’ll take leadership

classes, experience hands-on modeling of leadership

practices, and participate in community service projects.

Student projects have included building a wheelchair-

accessible educational playground for the community

and recording oral histories for nursing home residents.

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My professors go above and beyond to help their

students. Because of their encouragement and inspiration,

I hope to go on for my masters in nursing. CSU has given

me a start to a wonderful future.

TYLER FLOOD NURSINGVIEUX-FORT, ST. LUCIA

At Columbus State University you

will find yourself among talented

faculty and staff, with an abundance

of academic choices. Our students

are highly motivated – they don’t just

want to get ahead; they want to train

themselves for making a valuable

impact in their lives and careers.

When you surround yourself with the

best at CSU, the result is an education

that is creative, inspiring, and personal.

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ACTION WITH PURPOSE

It’s not just about staying busy. It’s about exploring

your passions and developing your abilities. It’s

about digging deep and finding out who you are.

It’s about being mentored in a way that helps you

fully understand what you’re capable of. It’s about

making friends for life. So jump in and do it!

MANY WAYS TO BELONG

Professional organizations, like the Student Nurses

Association, help you network with faculty, students,

and employers. Qualified students thrive in honor

societies, such as Beta Beta Beta for biology majors

and Lambda Pi Eta for communication majors. Joining

a fraternity or sorority means social connections and

valuable community service. Performing arts groups

offer ways to shine in music, art, and theatre. Faith-

based organizations help you stay grounded.

OPPORTUNITIES TO STAY ACTIVE

If you are an athlete, consider participating in our

successful NCAA Division II program. Play competitively

and also pursue excellence in the classroom. Or check

out CSU’s many club and intramural teams. Everyone

loves the Student Recreation Center and its impressive

workout equipment, classes, rock climbing wall, lap

pool, and lazy river. The Columbus Rails-to-Trails project

runs through both campuses, offering access for bikers,

joggers, and walkers. Whether you commute to, or live on

campus, there are many ways to find

a fit at CSU. Get the most out of your

experience by getting involved. With

more than100 organizations to choose

from, you’re sure to find a sense of

belonging. Your education is about

so much more than the classroom.

I like the diversity of CSU students and enjoy my

involvement in the African Student Organization and One

Cougar World. By helping with planning activities and

fundraising, I’m developing great leadership skills.

HEPHZBAH UDOCHEMISTRYLAGO, NIGERIA

Because I can connect in so many ways.

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The Cougars have won recent Peach Belt Conference championships in men’s cross country and women’s softball.

Our baseball team has participated in the College World Series, and our golf team has won the national championship five times. Each year we celebrate our athletes named as All-Americans and All-American Scholar Athletes.

Because I can connect in so many ways.

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NCAA COUGAR ATHLETICS

Because doors are opening for me.

CSU offers more than 100 grants to help students study abroad.

Competitive scholarships and paid internships are offered to first- and second-year students interested in pursuing education careers in STEM fields (science, technology,

engineering, and math).

Many other scholarships are available – check our financial aid website!

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Think about both affordability and

value when you plan your education.

Because CSU is a public university,

our tuition is reasonable. Yet because

we’re a smaller university, you’ll

receive individual attention that is

uncommon at larger universities. That

translates into remarkable value!

CAREER ASSISTANCE AND MORE

The Center for Career Development is the place to

go for help with resume critiques, mock interviews,

and finding that perfect internship. If you’re

undecided about your major and how to fit your

interests and aptitudes into a career, see the CCD,

ASAP! The Center also hosts many events geared to

your financial success. The Financial Fitness Series

helps you understand how to work within a budget

and avoid debt. We care about the whole you.

DREAM JOBS JUST AHEAD

The research you performed on breast cancer, as part

of your undergraduate biology class, leads to your

acceptance into a prestigious medical school. Or the four-

week, nine-credit study abroad program in Mexico – where

you attend language classes with bankers from Europe –

leads to an internship abroad in finance. Be connected

to so many amazing opportunities.

AFFORDABLE EXCELLENCE

An education from CSU is not only excellent, but

also affordable! Because we’re a public university,

our tuition is already very reasonable. Plus we’ll

help you obtain the financial assistance you need

so that you graduate with minimal debt. There may

even be scholarships and grants available to you

that do not need to be repaid. Just visit the Financial

Aid portion of our website. Get started with CSU!

From my initial visit, I remember

enjoying my student ambassador, loving

the housing, and getting that ‘I belong

here’ feeling. Between RiverPark and

Main Campus, you’re sure to find

everything you need.

KYLA HARRISELEMENTARY EDUCATIONMARIETTA, GEORGIA

Because doors are opening for me.

A University System of Georgia InstitutionColumbus State University welcomes qualified students of any race, sex, handicap, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school.

GET CONNECTEDSimply use a QR code reader on your

mobile device to scan the code and launch the CSU website in your browser. Be sure to visit our social media sites for

additional information and updates.

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HISTORY

Established in 1958, CSU moved to its

current main campus in 1963. We’re a

proud member of the University System

of Georgia.

LOCATION

Columbus State University has both main and

RiverPark campuses in Columbus, Georgia,

100 miles southwest of Atlanta.

FACILITIES

Signature buildings include the Student

Recreation Center and the Schuster

Student Success Center on the main

campus. The RiverPark campus includes the

award-winning Saunders Center for Music

Studies, Corn Center for the Visual Arts,

and Riverside Theatre Complex.

STUDENTS

CSU enrolls more than 8,300 diverse

undergraduate and graduate students

from many different states, countries, and

cultural backgrounds.

FACULTY

CSU employs approximately 315 full-time

faculty, with 70% holding the highest

degrees in their fields.

ACADEMICS

CSU offers more than 95 programs at the

undergraduate and graduate levels, with

both on-campus and online instruction.

Several of our academic programs have

achieved national recognition.

FINANCIAL AID

More than $60 million given last year in

scholarships, grants, and low-interest loans.

COUGAR ATHLETICS

Our athletes participate in the highly

successful NCAA Division II program.

They experience excellent competition in

the Peach Belt Conference.

STUDENT LIFE

CSU supports more than 100 student

organizations, including professional and

honor societies, performing arts groups,

community service organizations, faith-

based groups, and social fraternities

and sororities.

RESIDENCE HALLS

CSU offers a number of on-campus

housing options for both the Main and

RiverPark Campuses. Faculty in Residence,

Living Learning Communities, and the

freshman live-on requirement provide

the foundation of a fun and meaningful

on-campus housing experience!

ACCOLADES

Columbus State is consistently recognized for

its educational impact and outreach efforts

and is a recipient of the Senator Paul Simon

Award for Campus Internationalization and

the President’s Higher Education Community

Service Honor Roll. Additionally, many of

CSU’s programs are ranked in reports such

as U.S. News and World Report, Affordable

Colleges Online, Top Management Degrees,

College Choice, OnlineU, GoGrad, Computer

Science Online, and GetEducated.

VISIT

Information sessions and campus tours are

offered on select weekdays. For a more

comprehensive visit experience, consider

attending one of our Discovery Days held on

select Saturdays through the academic year.

Whatever your preference, go online or call

to schedule your visit. Plan on staying awhile

and getting to know the Columbus area.

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