| Year: | 1988 |
| Team: | Central State Marauders |
| Sport: | football |
| Conference: | Independent |
| Record: | 11–2 |
| Head Coach: | Billy Joe |
| Hc Year: | 8th |
| Stadium: | McPherson Stadium |
| Champion: | Black college national champion |
| Bowl: | NAIA Division I Semifinals |
| Bowl Result: | L 0–13 vs. Carson–Newman |
The 1988 Central State Marauders football team represented Central State University as an independent during the 1988 NAIA Division I football season. Led by eighth-year head coach Billy Joe, the Marauders compiled an overall record of 11–2. At the conclusion of the season, the Marauders were also recognized as black college national champion.