Cleveland State University Rankings 2026

Cleveland State University, situated in Cleveland, Ohio, is a public research university and a part of the ‘University System of Ohio’. The university is among the top 20% of American universities that provide chances for research and development. Nearly 16,000 students attend Cleveland State University, including 1,400 from abroad. At Cleveland State University, prospective students have a choice of 150 graduate courses, 30 undergraduate certifications, and a number of other programs.

The 85-acre CSU campus is situated in the heart of Cleveland's downtown. 40 buildings on the campus, with both traditional and contemporary architectural designs, are utilized for accommodation, administration, research, teaching, and recreation. Students have plenty of opportunity for internships and other professional development because of the university campus's strategic placement among numerous firms and institutions.

Over 30 undergraduate certificate programs, 150 graduate programs, 6 post-baccalaureate programs, 11 continuing and extended education programs, and more are available to international and domestic students. The CSU offers eight PhD programs and three legal courses. Ten academic schools and colleges at CSU provide these courses.  

Cleveland State University World Rankings

Subject-Wise Ranking

According to QS Top Universities, Cleveland State University has been ranked #501-550 in the QS WUR Ranking by Subject 2023. According to U.S. News and World Report, this university ranks #181 in Best Undergraduate Engineering Courses, #268 in Economics, and #319 in Nursing.  

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