Cleveland State University

📍 About Cleveland State University

Cleveland State University (CSU) is a public research university located in downtown Cleveland, Ohio, USA. Established in 1964, it has grown into a dynamic urban institution offering 175+ academic programs across multiple disciplines.

• 🎓 Student population: 14,000+
• 🏫 Colleges & schools: 8
• 📚 Strong focus: career-ready education, research, and community engagement
• 🌆 Unique feature: Urban campus with strong industry connections and internships

CSU is particularly known for its hands-on learning, with thousands of internship and co-op opportunities that help students gain real-world experience.

🏆 Rankings of Cleveland State University

🌍 Global Rankings

• QS World University Rankings 2026: #1401+ globally
• QS (USA ranking): #104 in the U.S.

🇺🇸 U.S. Rankings

• U.S. News (2024):
  • #69 among U.S. universities
  • Ranked among top national universities
• Undergraduate ranking (U.S. News): around #342 nationally

📊 Other Rankings

• Niche 2026:
  • #22 in Ohio
  • #9 among public universities in Ohio

📈 Washington Monthly Rankings

• Among top public universities in Ohio
• Strong performance in:
  • #2 in social mobility (Ohio)
  • #3 in service (Ohio)
  • #6 in research (Ohio)