Student Central
Student Central, located on the upper level of Madison Hall, is here for guidance and assistance you need to be a successful student. The Student Services Specialists at Student Central are well versed in every area of Columbus State and will work closely with you to find answers and connect you to the resources you need.
We can help you with: Financial Aid | Registration | Student Forms | Ohio Residency | Cougar ID Cards
In-person and Chat Services
Monday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m
Wednesday: 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Friday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Future Closure Dates:
Thursday, April 16, No classes before 5:00 p.m., offices closed
Friday, April 17, Closed from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Friday, May 1, Closed from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Chat Live!
Chat with Cat, our AI, available 24/7 to answer your general questions!
Live Chat Representative: For further assistance, you can connect with a live representative or request a follow-up during office hours.
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Location
Madison Hall, Upper Level
518 Mt. Vernon Ave.
Columbus, OH 43215
614-287-5353
information@cscc.edu
Summer 2026 Self-Service
Learn how to navigate Self-Service to manage your student account.
Self-Service
Autumn 2026 Workday
Learn how to navigate Workday to manage your student account.
LOG IN TO Workday↵Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Summer 2026: CougarWeb is used to register for classes. Here is a short video tutorial.
Autumn 2026: Workday is used to register for classes.
Here is a short video tutorial.
You can schedule an appointment with your Academic Advisor.
To request an official transcript, you must complete the order online. Here is a short video tutorial on how to access your official and unofficial transcript. Please note: The rush in-person pickup option is not available.
The FAFSA and FSA ID are completed online at www.FAFSA.ed.gov. If you need assistance, please visit our "Applying for Financial Aid" playlist of short videos.
Summer 2026: Visit Financial Aid Self-Service in CougarWeb to view your Financial Aid status, including: accepting your Award Letter, completing
verification forms, Satisfactory Academic Progress status, and more.
Autumn 2026: Visit the Financials Hub in Workday to view your Financial Aid status, including: accepting your Award Letter, completing verification forms, Satisfactory Academic Progress status, and more.
It is important to check your email account frequently. You can access your email by clicking on the "Email" link at the top right-hand side of the Columbus State homepage. Enter your full CSCC email address (username@student.cscc.edu) and password.
Visit www.cscc.edu/snap to learn more about SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits.
Yes! Sign-up for RAVE emergency text alerts.
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Announcements
Summer Semester 2026
June 1, 2026 - August 15, 2026
- Registration Opens, February 16, 2026
- 25/26 FAFSA Priority, Deadline, April 17, 2026
- Fee Payment Deadline, May 27, 2026
- Classes begin, June 1, 2026
- Summer Semester ends, August 15, 2026
Please visit the Academic Calendar for additional dates and deadlines.
Autumn Semester 2026
August 31, 2026 - December 19, 2026
- Registration Begins the Week of, April 20, 2026
- 26/27 FAFSA Priority Deadline, July 17, 2026
- Fee Payment Deadline, August 26, 2026
- Classes begin, August 31, 2026
- Autumn Semester ends, December 19, 2026