Pittsburg State University

Pittsburg State University is a public four-year institution located in Pittsburg, KS, a distant town. The university enrolls 7,099 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 55.00 out of 100. Its completion rate is 58% (IPEDS 2023), and the retention rate is 78% (IPEDS 2023).

The university offers a broad range of programs at the associate and bachelor's degree levels, including Industrial Technology/Technician, Electrical Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician, Plastics and Polymer Engineering Technology/Technician, Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician, Construction Engineering Technology/Technician, Automotive Engineering Technology/Technician, Occupational Safety and Health Technology/Technician, Printing Management, Engineering/Industrial Management, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Nursing Science, and Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair Technology/Technician.

Pittsburg is located in southeastern Kansas and Pittsburg State University serves as a regional anchor institution for the area. The university's emphasis on applied technology, engineering technology, and health programs makes it a practical choice for students in the region pursuing career-focused degrees.