Undergraduate Admission
Students who have graduated high school within the last 5 years and have fewer than 30 transferable college credit hours.
Apply NowCreate 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.
Apply Now Without Test Scores
SAT and ACT scores are not required for undergraduate applicants for Spring, Summer or Fall 2021.
GRE and GMAT scores are not required for most graduate applicants for Spring, Summer and Fall 2021.
The Duolingo Assessment will be used for non-native English- speaking applicants for Spring, Summer and Fall 2021.
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.
Graduate School Admission
Students who have earned an undergraduate degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution.
Apply NowTransfer Students
Students who have attended another college or university (other than dual enrollment) and have earned 30 or more transferrable hours.
Apply NowUndergraduate Returning Students
Undergraduate students who have previously attended CSU longer than five semesters ago from when they plan to re-enter.
Apply NowDual-Enrollment Students
Students enrolled in participating Georgia high schools who want to earn high school and college credit simultaneously.
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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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Resources for counselors to help students’ transition to college as seamless as possible.
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