Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
95.48%
SAT Average
980
ACT Range
17-25
Cleveland State University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 95.48%. This means approximately 955 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 9,077 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
95.48%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $12,613 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $17,973 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $26,310 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $16,065 | State avg: $17,854. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 39.01% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 46.90% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Cleveland State University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$17,973
Room and board
$14,760
Books and supplies
$900
Other expenses
$3,770
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$26,310
Average net price
$16,065
Average aid coverage
39%
$10,245 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Cleveland State University pays approximately $16,065 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Ohio average of $17,854 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Cleveland State University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Ohio and national averages.
Cleveland State University net price
$16,065
Ohio average
$17,854
National average
$17,506
Cleveland State University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $17,973 and average net price at $16,065. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$17,973
Current net price
$16,065
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
48.91%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$52,131
Undergraduates
9,077
10-Year Median Earnings - Cleveland State University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Cleveland State University graduates earn about 1.2x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Cleveland State University?
Undergraduates
9,077
Completion rate
48.91%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
39.01%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
46.90%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 39.01% of Cleveland State University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 46.90% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Cleveland State University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Cleveland State University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Cleveland State University lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Cleveland State University is listed at 2121 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44115-2214. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Cleveland State University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland State University | 95.48% | $17,973 | $16,065 | $52,131 |
| Chamberlain University-Ohio | 75.00% | $19,686 | $32,074 | $92,405 |
| Case Western Reserve University | 28.68% | $64,671 | $38,909 | $87,989 |
| Ohio Northern University | 73.35% | $37,800 | $25,727 | $80,928 |
| Four County Career Center | Not available | Not available | Not available | $77,338 |
Similar Schools in Cleveland
This local cluster focuses on nearby Cleveland schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Cleveland.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cleveland State University's acceptance rate?
Cleveland State University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 95.48%.
How much is Cleveland State University tuition?
Cleveland State University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $17,973.
What is Cleveland State University's average net price?
Cleveland State University's average net price in the local dataset is $16,065.
What is Cleveland State University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $52,131 for Cleveland State University.
Is Cleveland State University accredited?
Cleveland State University's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Cleveland State University?
The local dataset lists 9,077 undergraduate students at Cleveland State University.
What percentage of Cleveland State University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Cleveland State University in the local dataset is 39.01%.
What is the federal loan rate at Cleveland State University?
The federal loan rate for Cleveland State University in the local dataset is 46.90%.
Where should I verify Cleveland State University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Cleveland State University or the latest official federal education data.