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Pittsburg State University

Pittsburg State University is a medium, public institution located in Pittsburg, ks. Founded in 1903, Pittsburg State University offers undergraduate degrees in 89 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Public
athletics Division 2
undergraduates 4,221 undergraduates
cost $7,774 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into Pittsburg State University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 86.2%
SAT score average 1090
ACT score average 22
Average high school GPA 3.46
Application fee N/A
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Key deadlines

June
30
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Pittsburg State University is known for one of its top majors: Business Administration, Management and Operations. Their student-faculty ratio is 14:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
14 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Business and Management
Health and Medical Professions
Education and Teaching
Engineering and Technology
Arts, Design, and Humanities
Social Sciences and Psychology
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies

Popular majors

Business Administration, Management and Operations
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Construction Management
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Psychology, General

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $7,774
Additional expenses
Room & board $9,426
Books & supplies $1,200
Other expenses $4,814
Cost of attendance* $23,214
Average financial aid package $8,436
Estimated cost $14,778 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $19,118
Additional expenses
Room & board $9,426
Books & supplies $1,200
Other expenses $4,814
Cost of attendance* $34,558
Average financial aid package $8,436
Estimated cost $26,122 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

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Student population

Who’s going to be there? Pittsburg State University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 4,221, with gender binary students split 51% male and 49% female.

Total enrollment

5,732

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
60%
African American %
2%
Hispanic American %
6%
Asian %
1%
Native American %
1%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
5%
Unknown %
25%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At Pittsburg State University, students love their Student Government Association, student athletes compete in Division 2 sports, and freshmen are required to live on campus.

Campus info

map 1701 S Broadway, Pittsburg, KS 66762
phone 620-231-7000
address www.pittstate.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Student government association

Student yearbook

Student newspaper

Student activities council

Students in free enterprise (sife)

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Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 2
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Pittsburg State University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Pittsburg State University?

Pittsburg State University is located in Pittsburg, ks.

What is the acceptance rate at Pittsburg State University? 

The acceptance rate for Pittsburg State University is 86%.

What’s the average GPA for Pittsburg State University?

The average high school GPA for Pittsburg State University students was 3.46.

How much does it cost for 4 years at Pittsburg State University?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at Pittsburg State University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $92,856.

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