Columbus State University

Columbus State University (CSU) offers nationally distinctive programs in the arts, education, business, nursing and more. Columbus State provides a creative, deeply personal and relevant college experience. Serving the Southeast while attracting students from around the world, CSU thrives on community partnerships to deliver excellence for students who want to achieve personal and professional success in an increasingly global environment.Just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, CSU is part of the University System of Georgia, enrolling almost 8,500 students in a wide variety of degree programs, from online degrees to a doctorate in education.Since 1958, CSU has educated students who have gone on to become leaders at the local, state and national level. Currently, the university offers 46 undergraduate and 42 graduate degrees.Boasting stellar faculty, impressive facilities and small class sizes, CSU offers top-notch educational opportunities, including nationally accredited programs in art, chemistry, music, nursing, theatre, business, and teacher education. The university also offers a variety of online offerings and an extensive continuing education program.Students in all majors have opportunities beyond campus to enhance traditional learning through internships, clinical experiences, cooperative education and field research alongside senior professors. Columbus State offers valuable service to the community and "real world" experience to its students by collaborating on projects with a variety of business/industry, civic, arts and governmental partners.