Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Pittsburg, Kansas |
| Online | pittstate.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Distant Town |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Pittsburg State University, located in the southeastern Kansas city of Pittsburg, operates on a 430-acre campus characterized by a mix of historic and modern academic buildings. Founded in 1903 as a branch of the state normal school system, PSU has evolved into a comprehensive public university serving students primarily from the four-state region of Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Arkansas. The university maintains strong programs in technology, education, nursing, and business, with its College of Technology being particularly well-known for automotive and construction management programs. Students typically reside in one of seven residence halls or university-managed apartments, while the athletic program competes at the NCAA Division II level as the Gorillas, participating in the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association.
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| GPA | 3.4 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Kansas Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $1,996 |
| Room and Board | $9,398 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $5,396 |
| Total One Year Cost | $24,002 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $1,996 |
| Room and Board | $9,398 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $5,396 |
| Total One Year Cost | $35,686 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Education | 20% |
| Business | 19% |
| Engineering Technology | 14% |
| Health Professions | 7% |
| Communication | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=155681 IPEDS survey data for Pittsburg State University.
Current students may use the Pittsburg State University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025