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Capital University

With a focus on liberal arts education and student success, Capital is the oldest university in Central Ohio with almost 200 years of academic excellence. Designed as an accessible higher education experience, Capital is a private four-year undergraduate institution and graduate school located in Columbus, Ohio.

Capital offers 64 majors and 56 minors. Dedicated faculty work with students through high-impact learning activities in the classroom, academic advising sessions, and research opportunities. Alumni can be found across the globe leading the way to a bright future.

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Main Street Scholarship and Capital University Preferred Pathway Award

All students who are accepted to Capital from Columbus State are awarded the Main Street Scholarship if they meet eligibility requirements (full-time, daytime, traditional transfer student). The Main Street Scholarship ranges from $20,000 to $25,000 based on cumulative grade point average.

Columbus State students can be considered for additional funding that could result in a full tuition and fees award called the Preferred Pathway Award. The Preferred Pathway Award is a combination of The Main Street Scholarship, Capital scholarships, Pell Grant funding, and other needs-based grants. Students must apply by August 1 for an Autumn 2025 start date, have a 3.0 cumulative GPA, and be Pell Grant eligible to qualify for the Preferred Pathway Award. Complete eligibility information is below.

Eligibility and requirements for the Preferred Pathway Award:

  • Apply and be enrolled in the Capital University traditional program as a full-time student (minimum 12 hours each term, fall and spring).
  • Be Pell Grant eligible and have remaining Pell funds available to be used at Capital.
  • Be an Ohio resident.
  • Be seeking their first bachelor’s degree.
  • Have a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average
  • Have at least sophomore standing when starting at Capital University.
  • Have not attended another university after completing their associate's degree from Columbus State. 

Dual Admission

Dual admission students are accepted to 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

Benefits for Columbus State Students

Capital University Transfer Programs

Links to Apply

Dual Admission Students submit the application at the link below:

Dual Admission Application

Transfer Students submit the application to transfer at the link below. The transfer application doubles as your scholarship application.

Transfer Application

Contacts

Contact Capital

Selah NdoutaFor more information about Dual Admission with Capital University, contact:

Selah Ndouta
614-287-3859
sndouta@cscc.edu

For more information about Transferring to Capital, contact:

Students with the last names between A-K:

Sam Kime-Law
614-236-6101
slaw@capital.edu

Students with the last names between L-Z:

Lisa McKitrick
614-236-6101
lmckitri@capital.edu

For more information about International Admission, contact:
Tessa Perry
614-236-6185
Tperry33@capital.edu

For more information about Conservatory Admission, contact:
Ishan Thapa
614-236-6435
Ithapa@capital.edu

For more information about the Capital City Teacher Residency Program, contact:

   Kris Fedeczko kfedeczko@capital.edu 

 

 

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

 

 

Department Contact

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