by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Central State University degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Central State University measures up.
Central State University is ranked #1,642 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of B- (above average for value). Within Ohio, it ranks #63 of 139 for value.
Among the majors Central State University offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's Degree | #113 of 243 |
| General Business/Commerce | #113 of 243 |
| Criminal Justice Administration | #335 of 638 |
| General Psychology | #510 of 1,068 |
| Psychology | #510 of 1,068 |
| Business, Management & Marketing | #676 of 1,477 |
Read the full Central State University value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Central State University is ranked #101 out of #143 in Ohio for quality and #63 out of #139 for Ohio value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Central State University financial aid page to be sure.
Central State University is ranked #1,642 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Central State University is priced competitively for the quality of education it provides, earning it a good value recognition from College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Central State University costs about $13,800. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $55,199 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $21,892 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $13,096 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $13,800 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $55,199 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the Central State University net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Central State University degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $87,568 | — | — |
| All Students | $55,199 | #1,642 | B- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $52,384 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $87,568 | — | — |
| All Students | $55,199 | #63 | C |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $52,384 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Central State University shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $15,607 |
| $30K–$48K | $16,661 |
| $48K–$75K | $18,187 |
| $75K–$110K | $21,211 |
About 92% of Central State University undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $7,074 per year. Get more details on the Central State University financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Central State University cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.