Central State University

Central State University is a public four-year institution located in Wilberforce, Ohio, in a rural fringe setting. The university enrolls 6,320 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 30.00 out of 100. Its completion rate is 26% (IPEDS 2023) and retention rate is 51% (IPEDS 2023).

Among its technical program offerings, the university provides an associate degree in Industrial Technology/Technician, preparing students for careers in manufacturing and industrial operations.

Located in Wilberforce in southwestern Ohio, Central State University is one of the nation's historically Black public universities. While it offers a broad academic curriculum, its Industrial Technology associate program addresses workforce needs in the region's manufacturing and technical sectors.