| Year: | 1983 |
| Team: | Central State Marauders |
| Sport: | football |
| Conference: | Independent |
| Record: | 12–1 |
| Head Coach: | Billy Joe |
| Hc Year: | 3rd |
| Stadium: | McPherson Stadium |
| Champion: | Black college national champion |
| Bowl: | NCAA Division II Championship |
| Bowl Result: | L 21–41 vs. North Dakota State |
The 1983 Central State Marauders football team represented Central State University as an independent during the 1983 NCAA Division II football season. Led by third-year head coach Billy Joe, the Marauders compiled an overall record of 12–1 and finished as Division II runner-up. At the conclusion of the season, the Marauders were also recognized as black college national champion.