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10 Interesting Facts about Pittsburg State University

  1. Pittsburg State University (PSU) is a public university located in Pittsburg, Kansas, USA.
  2. Founded in 1903, it was originally named the Kansas State Manual Training Normal School, and was later renamed Kansas State Teachers College of Pittsburg, before finally becoming Pittsburg State University in 1977.
  3. The university has an enrollment of around 7,000 students and offers over 150 academic programs, including undergraduate and graduate degrees, as well as online programs.
  4. PSU has a diverse student body, with students from all 50 states and more than 40 countries.
  5. The university is organized into four colleges: the College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Business, the College of Education, and the College of Technology.
  6. PSU is known for its strong programs in technology, engineering, and education, and has been ranked as one of the best regional universities in the Midwest by U.S. News & World Report.
  7. The campus features a number of notable buildings, including the historic Russ Hall, which was built in 1915 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
  8. PSU has a strong athletic program, with 13 varsity sports teams that compete in NCAA Division II. The university’s mascot is Gus the Gorilla.
  9. The university is committed to sustainability, and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its carbon footprint, including the use of geothermal energy to heat and cool buildings.
  10. Notable alumni of PSU include Dennis Rader, also known as the BTK Killer, and several professional athletes, including former NFL player Brian Moorman and current MLB player Zach Thompson.

Admission

Acceptance Rate

91%

SAT Range920-1180
ACT Range19-24
Application Fee$30
SAT/ACTConsidered but not required
High School GPArequired
Early Decision/Early ActionNo

Tuition & Fee

Undergraduate In-State1 and Gorilla Advantage1 Tuition & Costs

Tuition & costs per semester (academic year 2022-2023 )
Tuition (flat rate, incl. campus fees)$3,887
+ Books & Supplies (estimated)$500
+ Residence Hall Living (estimated)$4,598
Semester Total (estimated)$8,985
Academic Year Total* (estimated)$17,970

Undergraduate Out-of-State Tuition & Costs

Tuition & costs per semester (academic year 2022-2023 )
Tuition (flat rate, incl. campus fees)$9,559
+ Books & Supplies (estimated)$500
+ Residence Hall Living (estimated)$4,598
Semester Total (estimated)$14,657
Academic Year Total* (estimated)$29,314

International Undergraduate Tuition & Costs

Tuition & costs 2022-2023 (fall and spring semester)
Tuition (flat rate, incl. campus fees)$19,118
+ Sickness/Accident Insurance – 12-month coverage (Required)$2,462
+ Books & Supplies (estimated)$1,000
+ Living Expenses (estimated)$9,196
+ Orientation & SEVIS Compliance$80
Academic Year Total* (estimated)$31,856

All Programs

Accounting
Art
Automotive Technology
Biology
Business Studies
Career & Technical Education
Chemistry
Communication
Computer Information Systems
Computer Science
Construction Management
Economics
Electrical Technology
Elementary Education
Engineering Technology
English & Modern Languages
Environmental and Safety Management
Exercise Science
Exploratory Studies
Family and Consumer Sciences
Field Biology
Finance
General Studies
Geographical and Political Sciences
Graphic Communications Health, Human Performance, and Recreation
History
History, Philosophy, and Social Sciences
Honors College
Human Resource Development
Intensive English
Interdisciplinary Programs
Interior Design
International Business
Management
Marketing
Mathematics
MBA
Military Science
Music
Physics
Psychology and Counseling
Recreation Services, Sport and Hospitality Management
School of Construction
School of Nursing
Social Work
Sociology
Teaching and Leadership
Technology and Workforce Learning
Wood Product Manufacturing

Students

Full-Time Enrollment

4,260 Undergrads


Part-Time Undergrads

565

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