In addition to the University System of Georgia Mission Statement and the Core Mission Statement for State Universities, Columbus State University has the following select mission:

Columbus State University’s mission is to promote educational, economic, social and cultural growth in Georgia and beyond. The University is dedicated to excellence in teaching in a student-centered environment, research and creative activities, service to the region and the state, and community engagement through university-community partnerships. This mission will be achieved within the context of the Mission of the University System of Georgia and the Core Mission Statement for State Universities of the University System of Georgia.