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Pittsburg State University

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The university offers more than 200 academic programs and emphasis areas across four colleges, including undergraduate degrees, graduate degrees, EdS degrees, and a doctoral degree in Nursing. Our students enjoy an average class size of just 18 students and benefit from world-class faculty and a vibrant campus life. More than 65,000 alumni proudly declare, "Once a Gorilla, Always a Gorilla."

History

Pittsburg State University was founded in 1903, in vibrant and progressive southeast Kansas. Home to nearly 6,500 students, PSU provides all the benefits of a major college but with small class sizes and personalized experiences. 

Education

Pittsburg State’s academic programs are contained within four distinct colleges, each of which offer a variety of hands-on, interactive education opportunities.

  • The College of Arts and Sciences
  • The College of Education
  • The Kelce College of Business
  • The College of Technology

Research

PSU Research and Grants Administration seeks to enhance discovery and research at Pittsburg State University by assisting faculty, staff and students in developing research activities, searching for external funding opportunities and assisting with the development and submission of funding proposals. PSU Research and Grants Administration also provides research integrity administration including the protection of human research subjects approval process and the investigation of research integrity violations.

Career

The mission statement of the Office of Career Services is to proactively educate students and alumni to make informed career decisions and provide them with assessment, counseling, career courses, resources, along with consultation and employment-related service necessary to optimize their lifespan career development; to network with employers to generate leads; and to support institutionalized outcomes through employment data collection.

Pittsburg State University Key Statistics & Highlights

  • 149 Scholarships
  • 6,500 Students
  • 400 Students (int'l)
  • Public Institution Type

Pittsburg State University Overview

Pittsburg State University Scholarships

Pittsburg State University Scholarships

Below you will find scholarships related to Pittsburg State University. Distinction can be made between scholarships provided by the University and those provided by independent providers.

Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program

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U.S. government
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Grant
Various benefits
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Other Scholarships For Graduate Students

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Education USA
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Grant
72000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
Belgian American Educational Foundation (BAEF)

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The Belgian American Educational Foundation
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Grant
25600 USD
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Next 100 (Kitas 100)

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Government of the Republic of Lithuania
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Grant
40000 AUD
Deadline
30 Apr 2026
Veterans’ Fund Graduate Scholarships
Merit-based

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American Australian Association (AAA)
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Grant
20000 USD
Deadline
31 Mar 2027
Thanks To Scandinavia Grants To Danish Students

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Education USA
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Independent provider
Grant
40000 AUD
Deadline
30 Sep 2026
Veterans’ Fund Indigenous Scholarships
Merit-based

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American Australian Association (AAA)
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Grant
Various benefits
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The Fulbright Program

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Education USA
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Grant
38000 GBP
Deadline
16 Sep 2026
Marshall Scholarships

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The Association of Commonwealth Universities
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Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
Fulbright Award For Postgraduate Study

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Education USA
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Grant
40000 USD
Deadline
30 Sep 2026
Study Abroad Graduate Scholarships of Chungcheongnam-do

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Education USA
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Grant
30000 USD
Deadline
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International Education Center's Study Abroad Programs

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Education USA
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Grant
11000 USD
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Dositeja Fund For Young Talents Of Serbia
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Education USA
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Grant
30000 USD
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Baltic American Freedom Foundation Scholarships

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Education USA
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Grant
300000 HKD
Deadline
30 Sep 2026
Sir Edward Youde Memorial Fellowships For Overseas Studies

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Sir Edward Youde Memorial Fund
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
31 Jul 2026
Udaan India Scholarship

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MPOWER Financing
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Independent provider
Grant
332500 USD
Deadline
31 May 2026
Study Abroad Graudate Scholarships Of SBS Foundation

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Education USA
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
01 Nov 2026
Fulbright-Masaryk Award

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Education USA
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Independent provider
Grant
30000 CZK
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
Olomouc Region Study Scholarship

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Education USA
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 May 2026
National Parent Volunteer Association Scholarships
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The National Parent Volunteer Association
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Student services

Student Government Association - We serve the student body of Pittsburg State University on a campus-wide level by voicing the concerns and issues that impact students to administrators and faculty and represent our students on a state-wide level as well through efforts such as lobbying in Topeka at the Capitol as well as at the monthly Kansas Board of Regents meetings.

Housing services

Pittsburg State offers traditional, apartment and suite-style living options. Rooms are furnished with beds, desks and chairs, chests, and wardrobes. Amenities include parking pass, all utility costs, laundry facilities, kitchen access, high-speed wireless internet, and secured access. Cleaning services for bathrooms and common areas are also provided for most units.

Residence Halls:

  • Bowen Hall
  • Block22
  • Crimson Commons
  • Dellinger Hall
  • Nation Hall
  • Tanner Complex
  • Trout Hall
  • Willard Hall

Library services

  • KTC Library
  • Leonard H. Axe Library

ICT services

  • Free Wi-Fi internet access 
  • Mobile App
  • List of Computer Labs               
  • Gorilla Geek Chat
  • Residence Halls Technology
  • Print

Medical services

Freeman Health System: World-Class Healthcare offers a comprehensive range of healthcare services including cancer care, heart and vascular care, orthopaedics, neurosurgery and behavioral healthcare. 

Campus life

The main campus of Pittsburg State University is in many ways a community in and of itself. Along with our gorgeous, historic academic buildings, our campus also boasts some of the nation’s premier facilities for athletics, recreation, fitness, and the arts. The recently-expanded Overman Student Center also provides a variety of dining and shopping options for students and the community.

Sports facilities

  • Carnie Smith Stadium
  • John Lance Arena/Whetzel Court
  • Ortolani Field
  • Robert W. Plaster Center
  • Garfield Weede Building
  • Prentice Gudgen 
  • Gene Bicknell Sports Complex

Student clubs

  • African Student Association
  • Alpha Gamma Delta
  • Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
  • Alpha Psi Omega
  • Alpha Sigma Alpha

Accreditation

Pittsburg State University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Pittsburg State University Campus Locations

#1 Main Campus
United States Country
Pittsburg City

Pittsburg State University Student Reviews & Awards

4.7

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5/5

Great choice for my master degree

I had an amazing experience at my university. The teachers are very friendly and also open-minded. I learned a lot from them about art and design.

Posted by Provided by ESN
Studied from Oct 2021 - Dec 2023
Posted on Apr 2025
5/5

AMBITIOUS STUDENT AND INTELLIGENT IS TRYING TO GET HIS CHANCE IN HIS LIFE AND RETURN ALL HIS ACKNOWLEDGMENTS AND EXPERIENCES IN THE FIELD OF PHYSIOTHERAPY TO THE PATIENTS AND PROMOTE RESEARCHES IN THIS FIELD.

STILL, IT DOES NOT START.

Posted by Anonymous
Studied from Jan 2001 - Dec 2022
Posted on Oct 2021
4/5

I am Michico from Belize. I enjoy studying and meeting new people. I am very friendly and passionate about my grades

I'm always first in my class and I see myself as an excellent student and colleague

Posted by Anonymous
Studied from Jan 2019 - Jun 2022
Posted on Oct 2021
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