Known for business
Pittsburg State University is a public institution in Pittsburg with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1090, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 4.2K undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
58% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $50,579 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $18,889.
Established
1903
Motto
"By doing, learn."On seal: "Research, Instruction, Service"
Mascot
Gus the Gorilla
Type
Public university
Conference
NCAA Division II ranks
Division
Division II
88%Acceptance
1090SAT Avg
4,162Students
15:1Student:Faculty
58%Grad Rate
$50,579Earnings 10yr
$18,889Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate88.2%
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 21
1824
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$8,008
Tuition (out-of-state)$19,692
Room & Board$9,398
Books & Supplies$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance$22,426
Average Net Price$18,889
Median Debt at Graduation$18,969
Monthly Payment (10yr)$201
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$17,392
$30–48K$17,369
$48–75K$18,833
$75–110K$20,287
$110K+$19,715
Programs (89)
Student Body
Undergrads
4,162
Gender Split
50% / 50%
Women / Men
First Generation
32%
Pell Grant Recipients
32%
Race & Ethnicity
White 79%
Black 3%
Hispanic 7%
Asian 1%
Two+ 6%
Int'l 1%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate57.6%
Freshman Retention77.8%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$43,793
8 Years$47,079
10 Years$50,579
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$37,400
Men
$51,500
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Gorillas
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia