Admissions Overview
The admission process at Cleveland State University has a 95% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Cleveland State University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
95%
Less Selective
Application Volume
10,274
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
16%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Cleveland State University has a 95% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Cleveland State University evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredHigh School Class Rank
Not ConsideredWork Experience
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Cleveland State University.0 About 33% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 17 to 25.
ACT Scores
33% of students submitted1
36
17 – 25
1
36
16 – 24
1
36
16 – 24
Admission Statistics
10,274 students applied to CSU. Of those, 95% were accepted (9,810 students). Of these 9,810 accepted students, 1,593 chose to enroll.
10,274
Total Applicants
9,810
Students Admitted
1,593
Students Enrolled
95%
Acceptance Rate