Central State University

A state audit revealed Central State University, Ohio’s only public HBCU, incorrectly charged students tuition and fees, resulting in overcharging and undercharging errors totaling tens of thousands of dollars. The audit also found late payments to retirement systems, prompting penalties exceeding $105,000 to be reclaimed from the former CFO and his insurer. The university claims recent financial improvements under its new president.

Vivek Ramaswamy, an Ohio Republican gubernatorial candidate, initially proposed closing 'subpar' universities but later clarified his stance to closing specific programs within institutions. He faced bipartisan backlash for his comments, including criticism from within his own party, and emphasized consolidating programs to reduce costs and improve regional education quality.