C+

Above Average

Score: 57/100

Pittsburg State University

4-Year Public

📍 Pittsburg, Kansas 66762

🌐 https://www.pittstate.edu/

Outcomes

72/100

Affordability

50/100

Resources

C+

55/100

Experience

72/100

Prestige

36/100

Quick Stats

5,722

Total Enrollment

58%

Graduation Rate

78%

Retention Rate

15.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

88%

Acceptance Rate

$19,357

Avg Net Price

🏠 Housing Market Near Pittsburg State University ▼

2% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 137 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value

$139,782

Avg Monthly Rent

$914

1-Year Change

+6.4%

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For parents & investors

The Pittsburg State University Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $139,782
Avg rent near campus: $914/mo — vs ~$598/mo campus room rate
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 66756 (7.8% cap, Mulberry)

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🏆 Where Pittsburg State University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥇

Technology Teacher Education/Industrial Arts Teacher Education

of 5 schools

🥇

Printing Management

of 1 schools

#11

Industrial Technology/Technician

of 29 schools

#16

Insurance

of 19 schools

#20

Construction Management, General

of 53 schools

#22

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies

of 100 schools

#22

Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies

of 32 schools

#29

Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General

of 50 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$6,128	$17,472
Room	$5,386
Board	$3,324
Total Cost (On-Campus)	$24,002	$35,686

Financial Aid

90%

Receive Any Aid

32%

Receive Pell Grants

53%

Take Out Loans

$19,357

Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000	$17,392
$30,001 - $48,000	$17,369
$48,001 - $75,000	$18,833
$75,001 - $110,000	$20,287
$110,001+	$19,715

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 1,370 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 133 grads/yr Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other 119 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 106 grads/yr Psychology, General 89 grads/yr Industrial Technology/Technician 86 grads/yr Construction Management, General 81 grads/yr Educational Leadership and Administration, General 64 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 62 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 55 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 52 grads/yr Technology Teacher Education/Industrial Arts Teacher Education 46 grads/yr Accounting 37 grads/yr Physical Education Teaching and Coaching 36 grads/yr Printing Management 34 grads/yr Speech Communication and Rhetoric 34 grads/yr Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies 34 grads/yr Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General 33 grads/yr Finance, General 29 grads/yr Insurance 29 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Pittsburg State University's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other

$78k/yr 183,400 jobs

Education teachers, postsecondary

$72k/yr 74,900 jobs

Elementary school teachers, except special education

$62k/yr 1,422,700 jobs

Registered nurses

$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs

Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary

$80k/yr 91,600 jobs

Managers, all other

$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs

Psychologists, all other

$118k/yr 55,300 jobs

Industrial-organizational psychologists

$110k/yr 5,600 jobs

Student Demographics

5,722

Total Students

52%

Women

86%

Traditional Age (18-24)

Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 76%

Hispanic 7%

Black 3%

Asian 1%

Two or More 6%

Non-Resident 6%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 84%

Off-Campus (Renters) 2%

With Family 13%

🏘️ Rental Demand: ~137 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 25%

Hybrid (Some Online) 58%

Fully Online 17%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 86%

25-64 (Adult) 9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Pittsburg State University?

Pittsburg State University has an acceptance rate of 88%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.

How much does it cost to attend Pittsburg State University?

Tuition at Pittsburg State University is $6,128 for in-state students and $17,472 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $19,357.

What is the graduation rate at Pittsburg State University?

The graduation rate at Pittsburg State University is 58%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.

Is Pittsburg State University a good school?

Pittsburg State University has a Repit College Score of 57/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition

How many students attend Pittsburg State University?

Pittsburg State University has a total enrollment of 5,722 students. Most students (86%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

Is there rental demand near Pittsburg State University?

Yes! Approximately 2% of students at Pittsburg State University live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 137 students who need rental housing near campus.

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