Cleveland State is a metropolitan university that offers an amazingly rich environment for learning. You will receive an education in the real world, for the real world and among a diverse and engaged student body. Explore our majors and minors and other academic offerings. View our undergraduate catalog to find information on academic policies, specific requirements for majors, and course descriptions. We also offer a wide range of pre-college programs if you are interested in getting a head start on your college career.

Apply for Admission

Applications are accepted throughout the year. You are strongly encouraged to apply for admission in the fall of your senior year or as early as possible due to limited space in certain academic programs.

Admission Requirements

Review the admission requirements for incoming freshmen, which detail minimum requirements and types of admission.

Important Dates and Deadlines

Review a list of important dates and deadlines for applications, scholarships, financial aid, Honors Program, housing, and special events.

Check Status of Your Application

From CampusNet, applicants can view the status of their admission decision as well as materials that have been or need to be received (transcripts, test scores, etc.). To log in, use your seven digit Cleveland State University ID number and your CampusPass password, which will be mailed to you soon after applying to Cleveland State. If you did not receive or have forgotten your CampusPass password, please call 216.687.5050 for assistance. Select the "Applicant" tab at the top of the page. For assistance, please click on the Help button on the upper right of your screen.

Contact an Admissions Recruiter

Our admissions recruiters are available to answer your questions regarding Cleveland State and to assist you with your admissions questions. Contact your admissions recruiter.