Admission

Admission


 

Point of Pride...

PROUD TO BE THE ONLY GORILLAS IN THE WORLD!

Pittsburg State University is the only college or university in the world that uses the gorilla as their mascot.

In 1920, a group of young men dissatisfied with the state of school spirit organized themselves as the Gorillas ( a 1920s slang term for someone who was enthusiastic or spirited).

On January 15, 1925, the student body unanimously adopted the Gorilla as the University's official someone.

 

Welcome to Pitt State!

Pittsburg State is the ideal university for students who have done well academically, are motivated to learn, and care deeply about preparing for a rewarding future. Our goal is to help you gain the knowledge, skills and experiences that will lead to professional success and personal fulfillment.

Gorilla Sculpture

We offer a broad range of educational opportunities, attracting students from 45 states and 37 countries who come here to study in more than 100 academic programs at the undergraduate and graduate level.

For undergrads who aren't certain what to major in, we also offer a unique Undeclared Program that will help you shape your academic interests and career goals.

Pitt State is a university for those who are eager to learn, and eager to get involved in the life of the campus. The possible ways to get involved are many and varied, ranging from participation in any of more than 150 student clubs and organizations to playing on or rooting for Gorilla sports teams.

Being a Gorilla means being part of traditions celebrated for more than a century.  Homecoming, family weekend, commemoration day-these are the events where you will make memories and know what is it to be a member of the Pitt State family.

 



Undergraduate

Interested in getting your first degree at PSU?  We're eager to have you as a Gorilla!  Getting onto campus is easier than ever, just start with some of the information below.

  1. Schedule a Visit
  2. Submit an Online Application
  3. Submit your ACT scores

Graduate

Ready to advance your education?  We've got just what you need here at PSU!  Reinforce your already strong background with us in one of our top notch post-baccalaureate study areas.

  1. Review programs and requirements
  2. Submit an online application
  3. Submit transcripts to Graduate Office

International

PSU's commitment to international partners is the best around, and you'll find a friendly and inviting atmosphere awaiting you here in southeastern Kansas!

Undergraduate

  1. Review programs and requirements
  2. Submit an online application

Graduate

  1. Review programs and requirements
  2. Submit an online application
  3. Mail/fax unofficial transcript
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