Race & Ethnicity
Columbus State University has a diverse student body with 56% students of color and 1% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
Columbus State University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
Columbus State University has a gender distribution of 58% female students and 42% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
33% of total enrollment
46% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Columbus State University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 44% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 21% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
44%
Traditional Age (18-21)
21%
Non-Traditional (25+)
21%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Columbus State University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 1% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 97% in-state residents, 2% out-of-state students, and 1% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
97% of student body
2% of student body
1% of student body
States Represented
18 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
56%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
58%
Female Students
Global Reach
1%
International
Age Diversity
21%
Non-Traditional Age