Pittsburg State University (Pitt State)
Public four-year university in Pittsburg, KS that costs an average of $14,291 a year after financial aid, admits 89% of applicants and graduates 48% of full-time students.
Net price / year
$14,291
Acceptance rate
89%
Graduation rate
48%
Earnings after 10 yrs
$53,785
PublicTown (distant)4,210 undergraduates
Cost of Pitt State
| Total cost of attendance (per year) | $22,736 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, in-state | $8,599 |
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state | $19,943 |
| Housing and food (on campus) | $10,502 |
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| Average net price after aid | $14,291 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price / year |
|---|---|
| $0–30,000 | $12,043 |
| $30,001–48,000 | $10,727 |
| $48,001–75,000 | $12,602 |
| $75,001–110,000 | $16,167 |
| $110,001+ | $19,423 |
Net price is what students actually pay after grants and scholarships (in-state students). Get your own estimate with Pitt State's net price calculator ↗.
Admissions
| Acceptance rate | 89% |
|---|---|
| Average SAT | 1,050 |
| ACT composite (25th–75th percentile) | 17–24 |
| Test scores | Considered but not required |
Graduation, earnings and debt
| Graduation rate | 48% |
|---|---|
| First-year retention | 77% |
| Median earnings 6 years after enrolling | $49,312 |
| Median earnings 10 years after enrolling | $53,785 |
| Rank in Kansas (earnings) | 19th of 27 similar colleges |
| Median debt of graduates | $17,113 |
| Typical monthly loan payment | $194 (10-year plan) |
| Students with Pell grants | 36% |
| Students with federal loans | 30% |
Majors and programs at Pitt State
Earnings one year after graduation and median debt, by program. Click a program for details and comparisons.
Bachelor's degree programs (44)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | 228 | $72,207 | $16,219 |
| Construction Management | 154 | $71,645 | $20,000 |
| Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians | 23 | $71,487 | — |
| Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians | 73 | $68,795 | $20,519 |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians | 84 | $64,957 | $18,625 |
| Accounting and Related Services | 61 | $57,501 | $16,750 |
| Computer Systems Analysis | 37 | $55,682 | — |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | 59 | $51,726 | $18,375 |
| Marketing | 93 | $49,870 | $18,375 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | 108 | $44,361 | $18,500 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | 39 | $43,154 | $17,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | 111 | $42,992 | $20,875 |
| Business/Commerce | 110 | $42,826 | $18,250 |
| Biology | 103 | $41,666 | $20,500 |
| Graphic Communications | 74 | $40,509 | $18,500 |
| Psychology | 138 | $39,965 | $18,125 |
| Social Work | 40 | $37,860 | $23,625 |
| Communication and Media Studies | 57 | $36,089 | $17,785 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 93 | $35,309 | $13,000 |
| Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences | 30 | $34,698 | $17,500 |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies | 47 | $33,149 | $16,307 |
| Chemistry | 21 | — | — |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | 1 | — | — |
| Computer Science | 5 | — | — |
| Construction Engineering Technology/Technician | 19 | — | — |
| Design and Applied Arts | 21 | — | — |
| Economics | 10 | — | — |
| Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians | 16 | — | — |
| Engineering-Related Fields | 44 | — | $24,006 |
| Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians, Other | 25 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature | 10 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts | 21 | — | — |
| Geography and Cartography | 16 | — | — |
| History | 22 | — | — |
| International Business | 8 | — | — |
| Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies and Services | 13 | — | — |
| Mathematics | 8 | — | — |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | 13 | — | — |
| Music | 8 | — | — |
| Physics | 2 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government | 2 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | — | — | — |
| Sociology | 3 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | 40 | — | $21,250 |
Certificate programs (11)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accounting and Related Services | 7 | — | — |
| Dance | 6 | — | — |
| Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | 11 | — | — |
| Geography and Cartography | 3 | — | — |
| Insurance | 66 | — | — |
| Marketing | 8 | — | — |
| Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians | 5 | — | — |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | 3 | — | — |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies | 16 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | 6 | — | — |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | — | — | — |
Associate's degree programs (6)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | 23 | — | — |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians | 2 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 1,321 | — | — |
| Music | — | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | 9 | — | — |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | 25 | — | — |
Master's degree programs (25)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | 200 | $89,945 | $18,599 |
| Human Resources Management and Services | 42 | $73,227 | $25,973 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision | 61 | $57,268 | $28,941 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | 93 | $56,725 | $17,228 |
| Educational/Instructional Media Design | 29 | $55,186 | $30,108 |
| Special Education and Teaching | 50 | $53,698 | $28,236 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | 178 | $51,882 | $24,328 |
| Accounting and Related Services | 10 | — | — |
| Biology | 13 | — | — |
| Chemistry | 28 | — | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology | 3 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies | 12 | — | — |
| Education, Other | 9 | — | — |
| Engineering Technologies/Technicians | 52 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature | 10 | — | — |
| History | 25 | — | — |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians | 124 | — | — |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods | 119 | — | $20,248 |
| Materials Sciences | 4 | — | — |
| Mathematics | 8 | — | — |
| Music | 13 | — | — |
| Physics | 2 | — | — |
| Psychology | 49 | — | $33,834 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | 17 | — | — |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services | 15 | — | — |
Doctoral degree programs (1)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | — | $105,631 | — |
Professional degree programs (2)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology | — | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | 21 | — | — |
Graduate certificate programs (11)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology | 3 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies | 1 | — | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision | 77 | — | — |
| Educational/Instructional Media Design | 3 | — | — |
| History | 2 | — | — |
| Mathematics | 2 | — | — |
| Psychology | — | — | — |
| Social Work | 3 | — | — |
| Special Education and Teaching | 1 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | 2 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | 8 | — | — |
Similar colleges in Kansas
| College | City | Net price / yr | Acceptance | Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washburn University | Topeka | $11,023 | — | $53,102 |
| Emporia State University | Emporia | $14,364 | 98% | $50,860 |
| Fort Hays State University | Hays | $16,333 | 90% | $53,030 |
| Wichita State University | Wichita | $10,307 | 94% | $56,003 |
| Kansas State University | Manhattan | $18,210 | 82% | $61,473 |
| University of Kansas | Lawrence | $20,004 | 93% | $67,963 |
About Pitt State
| Type | Public four-year university |
|---|---|
| Location | Pittsburg, KS |
| Setting | Town (distant) |
| Undergraduates | 4,210 |
| Student-to-faculty ratio | 14 to 1 |
| Accreditor | Higher Learning Commission |
| Website | pittstate.edu ↗ |
Frequently asked questions
What is Pitt State's acceptance rate?
Pittsburg State University admits 89% of applicants. Admitted students average 1,050 on the SAT.
How much does Pitt State cost per year?
The full cost of attendance is $22,736 a year (tuition and fees: $8,599 in-state, $19,943 out-of-state). After grants and scholarships the average student pays $14,291 a year, and students from families earning under $30,000 pay about $12,043.
How much do Pitt State graduates earn?
Former students earn a median of $53,785 a year, 10 years after first enrolling — 19th of 27 similar colleges in Kansas. The best-paid bachelor's program is registered nursing, nursing administration, nursing research and clinical nursing ($72,207 a year after graduation).
What is Pitt State's graduation rate?
48% of full-time students graduate within six years, and 77% of first-year students return for a second year.