Pittsburg State University

Pittsburg State University is a public, state school in a small town setting in Pittsburg, Kansas. Pittsburg State University was founded in 1903 and now enrolls around 6,645 students a year, including 5,181 undergrads. Pittsburg State University offers housing for students.

There are many ways for students to get involved at Pittsburg State University! Love music or performing? Join a campus band, sing in a chorus, or perform with one of Pittsburg State University's theater groups.

Interested in journalism or communications? Pittsburg State University students can write for the campus newspaper, host a radio show or be a producer for the student-run television channel.

Excited for Greek life? Pittsburg State University has fraternities and sororities.

Planning to play sports? Pittsburg State University has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at Pittsburg State University on the Student Life page.

Learn more about life at Pittsburg State University on the Student Life page.

2021 Pittsburg State University Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Overall Acceptance Rate	96%
Average GPA	3.4
Applicants Submitting SAT scores	4%
In-State Tuition	$2,918
Out-of-State	$8,590
Average First-Year Financial Aid Package	$8,718

Is Pittsburg State University a Good School?

The definition of a "good school" is different for different people. Admissions criteria, acceptance rate and average GPA are good indicators of how selective an institution is, but they don't say much about the quality of the education or the student experience. There are a few statistics that can give you a good idea of how satisfied students are and how well a school supports its students.

Let's take a look at to get a better sense of what Pittsburg State University offers and if it sounds like the right college for you.

2021 Acceptance Rate for Pittsburg State University

It is slightly difficult to get into Pittsburg State University. Around 96% of applicants get into Pittsburg State University each year. Last year, 1,822 students applied to Pittsburg State University and 1,741 were admitted.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Pittsburg State University

Retention is the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. This is a way to get a sense of how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

About 74% of students who start at Pittsburg State University come back the next year. The average six-year graduation rate for U.S. colleges and universities is 61% for public schools, and 67% for private, non-profit schools.

Job Outcomes for Pittsburg State University Grads

Job placement statistics for recent graduates can give you a sense of the return on investment a school offers.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Pittsburg State University

Cost is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need. First-year students that attend Pittsburg State University full-time are awarded $8,718 a year in financial aid, on average.

Graduates in the class of 2021 had an average of $24,533 in student loans per borrower. For context, compare this number with the average national debt, which is around $36,000 per borrower.

The 2022-2023 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2021

Some aid is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA as soon as you can. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! You should never have to pay to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), so be very wary of anyone asking you for money.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at Pittsburg State University. Based on this information, how does Pittsburg State University sound? Remember, a school that is perfect for one person may not be the right school for someone else! So ask yourself: Is Pittsburg State University a good school for you?

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Where is Pittsburg State University?

Pittsburg State University is located in the small town setting of Pittsburg, Kansas.

If you want to see Pittsburg State University for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take U.S. Route 69 to Pittsburg, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Kansas City International.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Pittsburg State University and Pittsburg are like without leaving home.

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