Message from the President
Robert Mayes
President
Dear Prospective Student,
Thank you for your interest in the online degree programs available at Columbia Southern University (CSU)! One of the nation’s first completely online universities, CSU offers a unique educational experience designed to fit around your schedule. Choose from associate, bachelor, master, doctoral and certificate programs in business administration, fire science, human resource management, organizational leadership, criminal justice, occupational safety and health and more!
We are dedicated to helping our students achieve their goals. That’s why we offer the following benefits:
Why CSU?
Convenience - All our degree programs are offered completely online, giving you the flexibility to fit your education around career and family commitments. CSU also features an Open Enrollment System, which allows you to begin courses at anytime and study when it best fits your schedule.
Quality Service - Beginning with your initial contact, you'll find that our personalized service is second to none. We are readily available to assist you with information from the application process to graduation requirements.
Maximum Transfer Credit - CSU allows maximum transfer credit for your prior academic credit, training and relevant professional licenses and certifications. Up to 75 percent of undergraduate courses, 50 percent of graduate courses and 15 percent of doctoral work can be transferred into your degree program at CSU.
Flexible Learning - Forget the days of scheduled online sessions and on-site test taking. At CSU, residency is not a requirement and coursework can be completed at times that are most convenient for you.
Military Discounts - All members of the military and immediate family members receive a 10 percent tuition discount.
Textbooks at No Cost - Textbooks are provided at no cost through the CSU Book Grant.
Complimentary Tutoring Services – CSU offers writing and math tutoring services at no cost. Tutoring services are available from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday.
Value - Our tuition is competitively priced to make achieving a quality education affordable and realistic. Federal Student Aid, TA and VA benefits are also available for eligible participants.
We welcome any questions you may have and look forward to receiving your application. Applications and enrollments are accepted throughout the calendar year. You may access the CSU application for admission by visiting www.columbiasouthern.edu/applynow.
I would also like to introduce you to Waldorf College, a subsidiary institution. CSU and Waldorf are independent schools with separate governance and accreditation. Online programs available through Waldorf include:
These online programs are enhanced by short residency courses offered at convenient locations across the country, including the Waldorf campus. These three-day, tuition-free courses feature engaging, hands-on learning experiences and networking opportunities with faculty and classmates. Students are required to complete one to four residency courses depending on hours needed for their degree completion. Learn more by visiting www.waldorf.edu.
Sincerely,
Robert Mayes, Jr.
President