Youngstown State University — acceptance rate 80%, tuition $9,611 in-state, $9,971 out-of-stateYoungstown State University campus, Youngstown, OH. Photo: Dllu, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
Outcomes
B
70/100
Affordability
C+
61/100
Resources
C
54/100
Experience
B+
78/100
Prestige
C
43/100
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
11,040
Total Enrollment
53%
Graduation Rate
77%
Retention Rate
18.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
80%
Acceptance Rate
$11,740
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Youngstown State University ▼
16%
of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.
The campus ZIP (44555) has no residential market, so these figures average 7 nearby ZIP codes within 3 miles of campus (44504, 44506, 44502, 44510, 44507, 44505…).
What happens to students who enroll at Youngstown State University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
$41,544
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$37,590
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$24,000
Median debt at graduation
50.5%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,120
Average SAT
21
Median ACT
33.8%
Students receiving Pell grants
Typical debt at graduation equals about 58% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 13th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (OH wage index 0.88). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at Youngstown State University
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
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🏆 Where Youngstown State University Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,711 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person38%
Hybrid (Some Online)41%
Fully Online20%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)78%
25-64 (Adult)10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Youngstown State University?
Youngstown State University has an acceptance rate of 80%.
This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Youngstown State University?
Tuition at Youngstown State University is
$9,611 for in-state students
and $9,971 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $11,740.
What is the graduation rate at Youngstown State University?
The graduation rate at Youngstown State University is 53%.
This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Youngstown State University a good school?
Youngstown State University has a Repit College Score of 61/100 (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 (C): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Youngstown State University?
Youngstown State University has a total enrollment of 11,040 students.
Most students (78%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near Youngstown State University?
Yes! Approximately 16% of students at Youngstown State University live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 1,711 students who need rental housing near campus.
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