Central State University

As Ohio’s only public Historically Black College or University (HBCU) and 1890 Land-Grant Institution, Central State has enriched minds and changed lives for over 135 years — always with a focus on the future. Today, we enhance opportunities for all, creating future leaders in humanities, arts, social sciences, education, and business and diversifying science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) industries through innovative degree programs, bold research initiatives, and an extension program guided by our Land-Grant mission.

Central State by the numbers

636 Acres of campus
 
24:1 Student-faculty ratio
 
36 Academic degree programs
College/University
 
Central State University Wilberforce, Ohio
What’s next on your path to Central State? Explore options to attend Central State University on our scenic campus in Wilberforce, Ohio, or the Dayton, Trotwood, or Xenia satellite locations. You can also expand your horizons from the comfort of your home by completing an online degree program with Central State Global, our online learning unit. The choice is yours, and your journey begins by  starting your application today . You may also  request information  about Central State University. Whether you are a high school student enrolling in College Credit Plus, or an undergraduate, transfer, international, graduate, or online student, you have a place at Central State. Other types of learners are re-admitted students, Strategic Ohio Council for Higher Education (SOCHE) students, and other non-degree-seeking students. Your future awaits Applying to Central State University has never been...