PITTSBURG STATE UNIVERSITY

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Pittsburg State University

School Overview

The school's main campus is located in a small town (in Pittsburg, KS). The maximum program length is more than 4 years. The highest degree offered by the school is the Master's degree.

Contacting the School

1701 S Broadway
Pittsburg, KS 66762
Main Phone: (316) 231-7000
Web Site: www.pittstate.edu

Student Body Size and Diversity

In Fall 2002, the school had 5,898 (full-time equivalent) students. 98% of students attend full-time, while 2% attend part-time. In Fall 2002, 446 male students and 437 female students enrolled as first-time students (freshmen, typically). Male students comprised 50.5% of the student body, while females made up 49.5%.

Minority enrollment included African-American (1)%, Hispanic (1)%, Asian (1)%, and Native American (1)%.

School Selectivity

In the class starting in 2002, 7% of applicants were admitted.

Degree Levels

Certificate, 1-2 years
Associate's Degree
Certificate, 2-4 years
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
Certificate, Post-Master's

Degree Programs

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Business And Management

Communications

General Communications

Computer

Education

Engineering Technology And Technicians

English Language And Literature

General English Language

Health Care

Nursing

History And Social Sciences

Home Economics

General Home Economics

Humanities And Liberal Arts

Liberal Arts

Life Sciences

Biology

Literature And Language

Foreign Languages And Literature

Mathematics

Mathematics

Performing And Visual Arts

Physical Sciences

Psychology

Public Administration And Public Service

Social Work

Repair And Mechanic

School Accreditation

Pittsburg State University reports that it is nationally accredited. Accreditation is by an agency recognized by the US Dept. of Education.

Pittsburg State University is accredited regionally by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Institutions of Higher Education (NCACHE). The school is state accredited.

Athletics, Including Athletic Scholarships & Financial Aid

Pittsburg State University belongs to the following athletic conferences:

Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association (for football, basketball, baseball, and track & field).

The school offers financial aid to athletes for football, basketball, baseball, track & field, other sports, and in general.

Special Student Services

Academic Services

Remedial assistance
Accelerated programs
AP credits
Distance learning options
Study abroad

Financial Flexibility

ROTC
Student employment services
Work-study (Co-op)
Career counseling
Placement services for graduates

Cost of Attending

In-State, Living On Campus:	$ 9,076
In-State, Living With Family:	$ 6,200
Out of State, Living On Campus:	$ 14,038

Admission Requirements

The school does not offer open admission; requirements include:

Required:

High-school GPA is required.
Secondary school record is required.
Standardized test scores are required.
A college preparatory program is required.
The TOEFL (if applicable) is required for international students.

Recommended (but not required):

Secondary school rank is recommended.

Neither Required Nor Recommended:

Recommendations are neither required nor recommended.
A demonstration of competency (such as samples of work, e.g.) is neither required nor recommended.

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