Columbus is Calling

Once you’ve experienced it, you may never want to leave. It’s true, Columbus will draw you in. And you’ll quickly see why this unstoppable city is the place to get your college degree. It's also just a cool place to live. Especially now, as Columbus is experiencing massive growth and the undeniable creative energy that comes with it.
Columbus is surging. But don’t take our word for it.
We want you to come here for college. You’ll want to stay for life.
We dropped a few pins for you.

Parable Coffee: The brew is always welcoming. And so is the vibe that surrounds this iconic coffee house.

Two Dollar Radio: This eclectic bookstore and café combination is locally owned and critically acclaimed.

Topiary Park: This iconic sculpture park was created in 1989 and is still a great place to chill and reflect.

Dirty Dungarees: Laundry isn’t so bad after all. Especially if you pair it with live music.

Explore your city for free with your student ID, which doubles as a COTA bus pass!

If you feel like staying close to campus, the Columbus Museum of Art is next door to CCAD and free to students.

THERE’S COOL IN EVERY DIRECTION.
We can tell you all about it, but it would be even better to get out there and see Cbus with your own eyes.