Central State University

UNCF’s holistic, powerful study, “Transforming Futures: The Economic Engine of HBCUs,” reaffirms the significant economic contributions of Central State University. Through the production and consumption of various goods and services by Central State University’s faculty, employees and students, this institution acts as a catalyst for economic growth locally and regionally. This dynamic creates a ripple effect, leading to increased employment opportunities, heightened economic expansion and a more dynamic community environment.

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Founded in 1887 in Wilberforce, Ohio, Central State University (CSU) stands as Ohio’s sole public HBCU and an 1890 Land-Grant Institution. CSU provides a diverse array of degree programs, featuring prominent ones in education, arts and sciences, as well as business and industry, encompassing manufacturing engineering and water resources management.

  • $104.2M
    Total Economic Impact
  • 976
    Jobs
  • $751.3M
    Lifetime Earnings of 2021 Graduates