Youngstown State University

Youngstown State University is a public four-year institution located in Youngstown, Ohio, situated in a small city setting. The university enrolls 12,849 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 52.17 out of 100. Its completion rate stands at 53% (IPEDS 2023), and the retention rate is 77% (IPEDS 2023).

Youngstown State offers a broad range of health and engineering technology programs. Nursing programs span multiple credential levels, including Registered Nursing and Adult Health Nurse at the associate and bachelor levels, as well as Critical Care Nursing and Family Practice Nurse/Nursing at the bachelor level. Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist is available at both associate and bachelor levels. Engineering technology offerings include Civil Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Electrical/Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician, and Mechanical/Mechanical Engineering Technology/Technician, available as certificates and associate degrees. Health/Health Care Administration/Management and Hospital and Health Care Facilities Administration/Management round out the program mix.

Located in northeast Ohio, Youngstown State serves students from the greater Mahoning Valley region. The university provides workforce-aligned credentials across healthcare and technical fields, making it a practical option for students pursuing career-focused education in the area.