Pittsburg State University
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About Pittsburg State University
According to Wikipedia, Pittsburg State University is a public university in Pittsburg, Kansas, United States. It enrolls approximately 7,400 students and is a member of the Kansas Board of Regents. History Pittsburg State University was founded in 1903 as the Auxiliary Manual Training Normal School, originally a branch of the State Normal School of Emporia . In 1913, it became a full-fledged four-year institution as Kansas State Teachers College of Pittsburg, or Pittsburg State for short. Over the next four decades, its mission was broadened beyond teacher training. To reflect this, in 1959 its name was changed again to Kansas State College of Pittsburg. It became Pittsburg State University on April 21, 1977.
Pittsburg State University's Online Degrees
Pittsburg State University Admissions, Retention, and Graduation Information
| Annual Applications | Acceptance | Graduation Rate | Median ACT Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2,642 | 86% | 56% | 21 |
How Much Does Pittsburg State University Cost To Attend?
| Tuition (in-state) | Fees (in-state) |
|---|---|
| $5,836 | $1,938 |
How Much Do Pittsburg State University Graduates Make?
If you graduate from Pittsburg State University, then you can expect to earn an average of $44,400 per year. You also have a 90% chance of being employed after 10 years.
Pittsburg State University's Demographics
Demographic data is for full-time, on-campus students.
| Student Body | Under-Grads | Graduates |
|---|---|---|
| 7,497 | 5,113 | 2,384 |
Where is Pittsburg State University?
Pittsburg State University is located at 1701 S Broadway, Pittsburg KS 66762
How Safe is Pittsburg State University?
Pittsburg State University has a violent crime rate of less than .01% and a property crime rate of less than .01%.
What Is Pittsburg State University Known For?
Pittsburg State University is known for it's academic work in the following disciplines:
- Education
- Psychology
- Engineering
- Social Work
- Business
- History
- Medical
- Literature
- Economics
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Communications
- Political Science
- Sociology
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Nursing
- Criminal Justice
Pittsburg State University's Top Areas of Influence With Degrees Offered
Who Are Pittsburg State University's Most Influential Alumni?
Pittsburg State University's most influential alumni include professors and professionals in the fields of Psychology, Social Work, and Education. Here are some of Pittsburg State University's most famous alumni:
- James Tate
- An American poet.
- Lee Ellis
- An American sociologist.
- Gary Busey
- An American actor .
- Michael Shonrock
- A President of Emporia State University.
- Dennis Franchione
- An American college football coach.
- Judith M. LeBlanc
- An American psychologist.
- Debra Dene Barnes
- A Miss America.
- Bill Russell
- A Shortstop, coach and manager in Major League Baseball.
- John E. Jacobs
- An American educator .
- Brian Agler
- An American basketball player-coach.
- John Kassay
- An American craftsman, draftsman and photographer.
- Lee Sechrest
- An American psychologist.
