Cleveland State University

Cleveland State University (CSU) is a public research university located in downtown Cleveland, Ohio. Founded in 1964 when the state of Ohio took over Fenn College, CSU is part of the University System of Ohio and offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs through its colleges and schools. The university is classified among "R2: Doctoral Universities – High research activity" and is known for its commitment to urban engagement, experiential learning, and community partnerships in Northeast Ohio. The university's main campus is an urban, 85-acre site along Euclid Avenue in Cleveland's Theater District, featuring modern academic buildings, residence halls, the Michael Schwartz Library, the Wolstein Center arena, and research facilities. CSU serves a diverse student body of approximately 15,000 students, including a significant population of first-generation and transfer students, and provides strong connections to Cleveland's business, legal, health-care, and cultural institutions.