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Pittsburg State University

Pittsburg, Kansas · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$43,793

Acceptance Rate

88%

Graduation Rate

57%

Annual Tuition

$8,008

At a Glance

Total Students

4,162

Retention Rate

78%

Faculty Ratio

15

Financial Aid

45%

Median Debt

$18,969

Campus Setting

Town

Institution Type

Public

Institution Overview

Pittsburg State University is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 88.2%. The university has a student body of 4,162. The retention rate is 77.8%, and the graduation rate is 56.5%. The in-state tuition is $8,008.

One year after graduation, the median earnings are $45,942. Five years after graduation, the median earnings are $43,793, and ten years after graduation, the median earnings are $50,579. The median debt for students is $18,969, and 44.5% of students receive financial aid.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$46k

1 YEAR

$44k

5 YEARS

$51k

10 YEARS

Top 56% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Pittsburg State University alumni earn a median of $45,942. Five years after graduation, median earnings decrease to $43,793. Ten years after graduation, median earnings increase to $50,579. The median debt for graduates is $18,969.

Pittsburg State University has an 88.2% acceptance rate and a 56.5% graduation rate. The retention rate is 77.8%. 44.5% of students receive financial aid. The in-state tuition is $8,008.

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Campus Location

Pittsburg, Kansas

Pittsburg, KS 66762

Pittsburg State University is located in Pittsburg, Kansas. The campus is in a town setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Pittsburg State University has an acceptance rate of 88.2%.