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About Columbus State
Columbus State University is a public, state university in the suburb of Columbus, Georgia. Columbus State was founded in 1958. The college currently enrolls around 7,925 students per year, including 6,427 undergraduates.
2022 Acceptance Rate for Columbus State University
It is not difficult to get into Columbus State. In 2022, Columbus State accepted 79% of applicants. Out of 5,273 applications received in 2022, 4,144 students were offered admission.
| Columbus State University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 79% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | Info Not Available |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | Info Not Available |
| Average GPA | 3.1 |
| Test Optional | May require tests |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 10% |
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Columbus State University is located in the town of Columbus, Georgia, near Atlanta.
If you would like to see Columbus State for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 185 to Columbus, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Columbus Metropolitan.
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College Info
Columbus State Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Jun 30
Transfer Applications are Due
Jun 30
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Columbus State is Jun 30.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Columbus State is Jun 30.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Columbus State SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
Not available
Math SAT Range
430 - 560
Reading SAT Range
440 - 570
Columbus State Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$19,706
In State$33,524
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$5,464
$19,282
Fees
$1,380
$1,380
Housing
$11,262
$11,262
Books
$1,600
$1,600
Student Life
Wondering what life at Columbus State is like? There are approximately 7,925 students enrolled at Columbus State, including 6,427 undergraduate students and 1,498 graduate students. 67% percent of students attend school full-time, 89% percent are from GA and 11% percent of students are from other states.
67%
Full Time33%
Part Time89%
In State11%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
7,925
Campus Setting
Suburban
Acceptance Rate
79%
Tuition and Fees
In State
$6,844
Out-of-State
$20,662
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Jun 30
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