Columbus, Georgia · ★ — / 5 Overall

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Public · 4-year · Doctoral
Columbus State University, located in Columbus, Georgia, is represented in intercollegiate athletics by the Columbus State Cougars, an NCAA Division II program that has primarily competed in the Peach Belt Conference since the 1990-91 academic year. The university fields 16 varsity sports for men and women and also offers a cheer team.
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Ranked #189 in Master's Universities (2025). Source: Washington Monthly ↗
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Ranked #576 on Washington Monthly Best Bang for the Buck (2025). Source: WM Best Value ↗
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4225 University Ave, Columbus, Georgia, 31907-5645
Visit University Site25th–75th percentile
SAT total: 860–1100
SAT ERW: 460–570
SAT math: 400–530
ACT composite: 17–24
Total: 7,610
Undergrad: 6,008
Undergrad full-time: 4,140
Graduate: 1,602
Part-time: 2,998
In-state
Tuition: $5,751
Total cost on campus: $24,797
Out-of-state
Tuition: $16,805
Total cost on campus: $35,851
Room & board: $11,262
Books & supplies: $1,600
Receive aid: 99%
Avg grant aid: $8,299
Pell grant recipients: 62%
Rent: $654 / mo
Average city asking rent, as a roommate share. Zillow Observed Rent Index.
Coffee: $5.25
State average cafe price. Numbeo, 2024.
Gas: $4.19 / gal
State average price. AAA.
Average meal: $8.37
Published board plan, per meal. IPEDS.