Columbus State University

Columbus State University is a public four-year institution located in Columbus, Georgia, in a midsize city setting. The university enrolls 9,045 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 45.33 out of 100. Its completion rate is 42% (IPEDS 2023), with a retention rate of 73% (IPEDS 2023).

The university offers programs across associate's, bachelor's, and certificate levels. Offerings include Family Practice Nurse/Nursing (bachelor's), Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance (associate's and 2–4 year certificate), and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (associate's and bachelor's).

Located along the Chattahoochee River in Columbus, Georgia, Columbus State University serves a broad regional student population. Its healthcare and technology programs align with workforce needs in the Columbus metropolitan area and the surrounding military and manufacturing communities.