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Cleveland State University
Cleveland, OH · Public · Less than 2-year · 10,000–19,999 students
At $12,254 a year, Cleveland State University costs $1,546 less than the median Ohio college ($13,800).
Cheaper options in Ohio
| College | In-state | Out-of-state | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sinclair Community CollegePublicDayton · Less than 2-year | $3,435 | $4,569 | Public |
| 2 | Cuyahoga Community College DistrictPublicCleveland · 2-year | $3,736 | $4,622 | Public |
| 3 | Lakeland Community CollegePublicKirtland · 2-year | $3,741 | $4,477 | Public |
| 4 | Lorain County Community CollegePublicElyria · Less than 2-year | $4,005 | $4,660 | Public |
| 5 | Washington State Community CollegePublicMarietta · 2-year | $4,128 | $4,128 | Public |
| 6 | Clark State CollegePublicSpringfield · Less than 2-year | $4,152 | $4,152 | Public |
Other colleges in Cleveland
| College | In-state | Out-of-state | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cuyahoga Community College DistrictPublicCleveland · 2-year | $3,736 | $4,622 | Public |
| 2 | Remington College-Cleveland CampusPrivateCleveland · 2-year | $16,155 | $16,155 | Private nonprofit |
| 3 | Notre Dame CollegePrivateCleveland · Less than 2-year | $31,950 | $31,950 | Private nonprofit |
| 4 | Cleveland Institute of MusicPrivateCleveland · Less than 2-year | $42,370 | $42,370 | Private nonprofit |
| 5 | Cleveland Institute of ArtPrivateCleveland · Less than 2-year | $46,460 | $46,460 | Private nonprofit |
| 6 | Case Western Reserve UniversityPrivateCleveland · Less than 2-year | $61,584 | $61,584 | Private nonprofit |
| 7 | Ohio Technical CollegeFor-profitCleveland · 2-year | — | — | Private for-profit |
| 8 | Valley College-ClevelandFor-profitCleveland · 2-year | — | — | Private for-profit |
Questions
How much is tuition at Cleveland State University?
Published in-state tuition and fees are $12,254 per year, according to IPEDS 2022 data. This is the sticker price — most students pay less after grants and scholarships.
Is this the price I will actually pay?
Probably not. This is the published sticker price. The average student pays less after federal grants, state aid and institutional scholarships. Use the school's net price calculator — every U.S. college is legally required to have one on its website — for an estimate based on your family's income.
Does tuition include housing and food?
No. The figures above are tuition and required fees only. Room, board, books, transportation and personal expenses are separate and often add $10,000–$20,000 a year for students living on campus.
How current is this data?
These figures come from IPEDS 2022, the U.S. Department of Education's mandatory annual survey of every college that receives federal student aid. Tuition typically rises each year, so treat this as a baseline and confirm current rates on the school's website.
Before you apply
Fill out the FAFSA. It is free and it is how you qualify for federal grants and loans. Many state and school scholarships also require it. Filing early matters — some aid runs out.
Compare the net price, not the sticker price. A $50,000 private college can end up cheaper than a $20,000 public one after aid. Never rule out a school on the published number alone.
Check accreditation. Credits from an unaccredited school usually will not transfer, and employers may not recognize the degree.