Cleveland State University

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Cleveland State University partners with world-class hospitals, Fortune 500 companies, government research centers, and cultural institutions to give its students academic, research, and job opportunities.

  • A Top 100 University

    USA Today, 2018

  • #18 Public Universities for Upward Mobility & Research Impact

    Brookings Institution, 2019

International Graduate Programs

In collaboration with Cleveland State University, Shorelight has created a suite of programs that provide academic and student support services designed specifically for international graduate students to make your transition easy and successful. A select number of graduate degrees are offered.

Important Dates

Spring 2026

Application Deadline

December 1, 2025

I-20 Transfer Deadline

December 15, 2025

Payment Deadline

December 20, 2025

Arrival & Mandatory Check-in Date

January 3, 2026