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Capital University

Founded in 1830, Capital University is a private four-year undergraduate institution and graduate school located in the Columbus, Ohio, neighborhood of Bexley (about 5-10 minutes due east of downtown Columbus). Capital is a comprehensive, independent university grounded in the Lutheran tradition. With a focus on rigor and experiential learning, Capital capitalizes on their size, location, and heritage to develop the whole person, both inside and outside the classroom. Capital has over 60 majors and 3600 students who attend classes on their campus during the daytime and evenings. Capital University is both a Preferred Pathway and a Dual Admission partner with Columbus State.

Full-Tuition Scholarship Extended to Columbus State Students

Capital University and Columbus State Community College (CSCC) recently announced CSCC transfer students are eligible for additional funding which combined with Capital’s Main Street scholarship for transferring students and Federal Pell Grant funding could total the full cost of tuition and university fees. Students who apply by August 1st (for Fall 2023) and are Pell Grant eligible with a 2.5 grade point average who transfer to begin classes in fall 2023 may receive these additional funds.  All students who apply and are accepted to Capital from Columbus State are awarded the Main Street Scholarship if they meet eligibility requirements.  Once Capital has received the student’s FAFSA, they are evaluated for this additional funding.  (Complete eligibility information below)

  • Must apply and be enrolled in the Capital University Traditional Program full-time (minimum 12 hours each term, fall and spring)
  •  Be Pell Eligible and have remaining Pell funds for the enrollment time at Capital University
  • Be an Ohio resident
  • Be seeking their first bachelor's degree
  • Have a minimum 2.5 cumulative grade point average
  • Be at least sophomore standing when starting at Capital University
  • Students qualify for this scholarship if they finished associate degree from CSCC in the past if they are still Pell eligible and have not exhausted their federal grant eligibility. (And have not attended another university since attending CSCC)

For more information on eligibility requirements, or to apply, contact Selah Ndouta, Columbus State's dual admission coordinator, at 614-287-3859 or sndouta@cscc.edu, or Deanna Bond, associate director of Admission at Capital University, at 614-236-6228 or dbond@capital.edu 

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Dual Admission

Dual admission students are enrolled at both Capital University and Columbus State, gaining immediate access to the campus resources of both institutions, including campus recreation, library, student organization, campus housing, and events.

After completing an associate degree at Columbus State, you have guaranteed transfer to Capital to complete your bachelor’s degree. And thanks to Columbus State’s low tuition, you can earn your degree at a fraction of the cost.

Dual Admission is a good choice for students who are just starting their college career and plan to transfer to Capital.

  • Student plans to earn an Associate Degree at Columbus State Community College.
  • Student plans to earn a Bachelor’s Degree at Capital University.
  • Student earns an Associate Degree with a GPA of 2.5 or higher for guaranteed admission to Capital University and guaranteed Main Street Scholarship of at least $20,000.
  • Students earning between a 2.0 and a 2.49 GPA are eligible for admission and scholarships through a holistic review process.
  • Please note: some academic programs may have higher GPA requirements. Please consult with the Dual Admission Program Coordinator for more information.
  • Student has completed fewer than 30 hours of applied college credit toward degree, including CCP.
  • Student is in good standing (Academic, Financial, and Conduct) at Columbus State Community College
  • Complete the Columbus State Community College Application and the Capital University Dual Admission Intent form before completing 30 hours
  • Meet regularly with the Dual Admission Program (DAP) Coordinator
    • DAP Coordinator serves as primary academic advisor as well as a guide to services, resources, and communities on both campuses
    • DAP Coordinator helps ensure progress toward degree
    • Student must notify DAP Coordinator of any intent to change majors.
    • Student must notify DAP Coordinator if they wish to withdraw from the Dual Admission Program.
  • Student must be registered for courses each autumn and spring semester. Exceptions must be approved by the DAP Coordinator.
  • Student ID and Email Credentials upon approval of the Dual Admission Program Intent Form
  • Ability to live on campus during semesters taking courses at Columbus State Community College
  • Access to 90+ student organizations, including multicultural groups, fraternity and sorority life, religious and spiritual life, and more!
  • Involvement and Opportunities to participate in all major campus events including Welcome Weekend, Back to Cap Week, Fall Family Weekend, Homecoming, Exam Treats, Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Learning, Kids and Sibs Weekend, Annual Leadership Conference, Cap Jam, Athletics, and more!
  • Access to all intramural sports
  • Access to the Mezz Fitness Center
  • Access to 24/7 Study Spaces on campus

CSCC to CAPITAL APPLICATION

Contact

Selah Ndouta profile picture.

For more information about Dual Admission with Capital University, contact:
Selah Ndouta
614-287-3859
sndouta@cscc.edu

Transfer to Capital

Capital University Transfer ProgramsStudents who earn a degree at Columbus State with a 2.5 GPA or higher are guaranteed admission to Capital University.

Scholarships: The transfer Main Street Scholarship ranges from $20,000 to $25,000 based on cumulative grade point average. Additional awards are offered to full time students in our traditional program based on other factors or special talent. The application doubles as your scholarship application and is online and free for all students. Capital also offers a program for students who are Pell Eligible to cover up to full tuition and university fees combining the Main Street Scholarship, Federal Grant funds and Capital gift money. See eligibility information above.

Transfer Programs: Capital has two different "transfer programs." The first is the traditional transfer option into Capital's full-time day academic programs. The second is the adult degree completion option that is available for full or part-time enrollment during the day, evenings, or weekends.

Benefits for Columbus State Graduates

Apply for Transfer to Capital University

Contacts and Visit Information

Contact Capital

Deanna Bond (dbond@capital.edu) works with students looking to transfer to Capital University. Deanna can assist students who are interested in the traditional day undergraduate or the adult degree completion programs.

Deanna welcomes inquiries from students who are just beginning their studies at Columbus State to those who have already graduated and are planning on transferring to Capital University. 

Visit Information

A Capital University admissions representative will be available to meet with students in the University Transfer Center on a drop-in basis twice a month on Tuesday afternoons (see calendar below for dates and times). If students require a different day and time to meet, they may  contact Deanna via phone at 614.236.6228.

Capital also has admission counselors for students interested in the Conservatory of Music. Students interested in the Conservatory, please schedule a meeting with Ishan Thapa  through email at ithapa@capital.edu.

Schedule a visit to Capital

 

Degree Pathways

All degree pathways are available to students who are interested in the Dual Admission program with the exception of those marked with an asterisk "*". Students are encouraged to meet with the Dual Admission program coordinator when choosing a degree pathway as part of the Dual Admission program. 

BA  Bachelor of Arts, Accounting Associate of Arts 2+2
BA Bachelor of Arts, Art Education Associate of Arts 2+2
BA Bachelor of Arts, Business Management AAS in Business Management  2+2
BA  Bachelor of Arts, Business Management Associate of Arts 2+2
BA Bachelor of Arts, Communications AA Communications Bachelor's Degree Transfer Major 2+2
BA Bachelor of Arts, Computer Science AS Computer and Information Science Bachelor's Degree Transfer Major 2+2
BA Bachelor of Arts, Criminology AAS Criminal Justice- Criminal Justice Track 2+2
BA Bachelor of Arts, Criminology AAS Criminal Justice-Probation & Supervision Track  2+2
BA  Bachelor of Arts, Criminology AA Criminology Bachelor's Degree Transfer Major 2+2
BA  Bachelor of Arts, Primary Childhood Education (PK-5) AAS Early Childhood Development and Education 2+2
BA  Bachelor of Arts, Primary Childhood Education (PK-5) AA Early Childhood Education Bachelor's Degree Transfer Major 2+2
BA Bachelor of Arts, Financial Economics AS Economics Bachelor's Degree Transfer Major 2+2
BA  Bachelor of Arts, Creative Writing AA English Bachelor's Degree Transfer Major 2+2
BA  Bachelor of Arts, English Literature AA English Bachelor's Degree Transfer Major 2+2
BA  Bachelor of Arts, Exercise Science AAS Sports and Exercise Studies- Exercise Science Track 2+2
BA  Bachelor of Arts, Film and Media Production Associate of Arts 2+2
BA Bachelor of Arts, Integrated Language Arts Education AA English Bachelor's Degree Transfer Major 2+2
BA Bachelor of Arts, Integrated Mathematics Education AS Mathematics Bachelor's Degree Transfer Major 2+2
BA Bachelor of Arts, Integrated Social Studies Education (History Major) AA History Bachelor's Degree Transfer Major 2+2
BA Bachelor of Arts, Integrated Social Studies Education (Political Science Major) Associate of Arts 2+2
BA Bachelor of Arts, Integrated Science Education (Multiple Areas) AS Integrated Science Education Bachelor's Degree Transfer Major 2+2
BA Bachelor of Arts, Intervention Education AA Early Childhood Education Bachelor's Degree Transfer Major 2+2
BA  Bachelor of Arts, Journalism AA English Bachelor's Degree Transfer Major 2+2
BA  Bachelor of Arts, History AA History Bachelor's Degree Transfer Major 2+2
BA  Bachelor of Arts, Marketing Associate of Arts 2+2
BA Bachelor of Arts, Mathematics AS Mathematics Bachelor's Degree Transfer Major 2+2
BA Bachelor of Arts, Middle Childhood Education- Math/Language Arts Associate of Arts 2+2
BA Bachelor of Arts, Middle Childhood Education- Math/Social Studies Associate of Arts 2+2
BA Bachelor of Arts- Middle Childhood Education- Science/Language Arts Associate of Arts 2+2
BA Bachelor of Arts- Middle Childhood Education- Science/Social Studies Associate of Arts 2+2
BA Bachelor of Arts- Middle Childhood Education- Social Studies/Language Arts AA History Bachelor's Degree Transfer Major 2+2
BA Bachelor of Arts- Middle Childhood Education- Math/Science AS Middle Childhood Math/Science Education Bachelor's Degree Transfer Major 2+2
BSN* Bachelor of Science in Nursing* Associate of Arts* 1+3*
BA Bachelor of Arts, Philosophy AA Philosophy Bachelor's Degree Transfer Major 2+2
BA  Bachelor of Arts, Political Science AA Political Science Bachelor's Degree Transfer Major 2+2
BA Bachelor of Arts, Psychology AA Psychology Bachelor's Degree Transfer Major 2+2
BA  Bachelor of Arts, Public Relations Associate of Arts 2+2
BSW Bachelor of Social Work Associate of Arts 2+2
BSW Bachelor of  Social Work AAS in Social and Human Services 2+2
BA  Bachelor of Arts, Sociology  AA Sociology Bachelor's Degree Transfer Major 2+2
BA Bachelor of Arts, Art Therapy AA Studio Art Bachelor's Degree Transfer Major 2+2

 

 

 

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