In today’s economy, parents and students alike are placing a high priority on value. As a result, Cleveland State University, which boasts one of the lowest tuition rates in the state, has become a popular college choice. Long known for its affordability and flexibility, Cleveland State is a top draw for Northeast Ohio’s accomplished high school students as a result of enhanced admissions standards and a new honors program. Now in the midst of a massive $350 million campus makeover, Cleveland State offers more than 250 academic programs, attracts world-renowned faculty, partners with prestigious institutions such as the Cleveland Clinic, offers an array of local internship and co-op opportunities, and features various student activities including NCAA Division I athletics. Cleveland State is one of our area’s great institutions and a tremendous value for parents and students looking for a high-quality, engaged learning experience and an affordable college option.

(Cleveland Plain Dealer, Sunday, January 4, 2009)

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