Pittsburg State University , Pittsburg, USA

Pittsburg State University, sometimes known as PSU or Pitt State, is an open university. It began as the Auxiliary Manual Training Normal School in 1903 and was transformed into a full-time, four-year college in 1913 as 'Kansas State Teachers College of Pittsburg.' After changing its name to Kansas State College of Pittsburg in 1959, it was granted university status in 1977 and given the name Pittsburg State University.

The university, which is located in Pittsburg, Kansas, educates approximately 7,400 students. Students can pick from over 200 undergraduate and graduate programmes at the university, which is an officially recognised higher education institution. Not only that, but the university is a member of the Kansas Board of Regents and serves over 400 foreign students from 40 countries through a variety of academic programmes and facilities.

The university is situated on around 223 acres of land. The university campus is home to the largest academic building in Kansas that offers a sophisticated technology programme, the magnificent Kansas Technology Center. A performance hall, theatre, spectacular lobby, art gallery, reception hall, and multi-use practise area for huge musical ensembles are also available at the university. Aside from that, the institution operates the Kansas City Metro Center Campus, which is located in the city's metro area. A variety of bachelor's and master's degree programmes are available on campus. Salina Area Technical College now offers two other degree programmes.

Why Pittsburg State University?

On campus, PSU has almost 7,100 students.

• More than 200 academic programmes are available at various levels at the university.
• Residence halls house over 1,100 students.
• The student-to-faculty ratio is 17:1, with an average undergraduate class size of 18 students.
• Within six months of graduation, 93 percent of PSU alumni find work or continue their studies.
• It includes students from 42 different nations and 32 different states.

Pittsburg State University  Rankings

• #86 Regional Universities Midwest - US News & World Report 2021

Pittsburg State University Course Rankings

Pittsburg State University Business Courses Ranks

• #308 UG Business- US News & World Report 2021

Admission Standards - Easy

Applications Accepted - 95.6% 

Pittsburg State University International Student Admissions

International students from all around the world are encouraged to apply to Pittsburg State University. Applications are being accepted for the months of August (Fall), January (Spring), and June (Summer) (Summer). International students must apply well ahead of the semester deadlines to ensure adequate processing time.

SAT/ACT scores are not required for international students. The University assesses applicants based on their supporting documentation as well as their minimum grade point average (GPA). International students should estimate the cost of living and studying in the United States, as they must offer adequate proof of financial support in order to be admitted.

Application Portal: Online Application

Application Fee: 60 USD (non-refundable) and 45 USD for Express Mail of I-20 (after admission)

Admission Requirements: To be considered for admission to Pittsburg State University, students must provide the following documents:

• Academic records in each topic are translated into English and the original documents are kept in the native language.
• High school diploma
• On a scale of 4.0, a minimum GPA of 2.5 for undergraduates, 2.0 for transfer applicants, and 2.7 for graduates is required.
• Original TOEFL/IELTS/PTE scores for English Language Proficiency (scores mentioned later in the article)
• Official Bank statement of the last 6 months
• Financial Statement of Support document
• Mailing Address document
• Passport (if available)

Pittsburg State University English Proficiency Test Score for International Students

As confirmation of English language proficiency, international students must submit an official TOEFL/IELTS/PTE score to the Office of International Programs and Services. The table below shows the minimum scores required for undergraduate admission.

Higher scores are required for graduate programmes and some undergraduate majors (Communication, Psychology, ESOL, and Nursing*). The minimum requirements are listed below.