Cleveland State University Names Director of its Center for Civics, Culture and Society Peter Koritansky, Ph.D. will join CSU in this new role on June 1. View More News

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Founded in 1964, Cleveland State University is a public research institution with more than 14,000 students, 8 colleges and schools and more than 175 academic programs.

We invite you to visit our developing metropolitan campus to experience all that Cleveland State has to offer. To guide you in your discovery, choose the category below which best describes your academic status.

All students must be admitted to Cleveland State before receiving financial aid and scholarships and applying for campus housing. You may complete an application using one of the following methods: Freshmen applicants can apply here through CSU or the Common Application

We are an ever-expanding campus that makes up the largest footprint in Cleveland. We are more than 3,000 internships and co-ops each year. We cheer on the Vikings in 18 NCAA Division I sports.

With nearly 15,000 students, 175+ academic programs and the largest footprint in downtown Cleveland, CSU is dedicated to helping you succeed as a student while preparing for life after graduation. Start your journey here and graduate career-ready.

3 days ago · Welcome to the Cleveland State University Catalog. The Catalog is the official source of the university’s academic programs, courses, policies, and procedures. The catalog should be used as a guide, in conjunction with your academic advisor, in planning a course of study and in meeting requirements for graduation.

All students must be admitted to Cleveland State before receiving financial aid and scholarships and applying for campus housing. Follow these steps to apply for admission to Cleveland State (review application instructions ):

Academic advising is a critical component of the educational experience through which Cleveland State empowers and assists students to develop and implement sound educational plans that are consistent with each student’s personal and academic interests, goals, and career plans.