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Have you started your college search, but are struggling to find what campus is the right fit for you? Having a tough time differentiating what makes each university unique? Every school posts highlights for prospective students to see- but aren’t you curious to know what it’s really like to be a Penguin? Here, we sit down with current students to find out their favorite parts of joining the YSU family.
What’s your favorite thing about YSU’s location?
There’s tons to do from going to the minor-league hockey games downtown or heading to one of the restaurants around town for a meal. I love the variety and options that being in Youngstown provides!
As a graduate transfer student, what made you decide to come to YSU?
I wanted to continue my student-athlete career here, but also the facilities and resources provided by YSU are something I couldn’t find at other colleges.
Why should prospective students choose YSU?
I personally love how the tuition here is extremely affordable. Also, the facilities available for students are wonderful, and the university provides a lot of on-campus activities for students. I still have my penguin from the free YSU Build-A-Penguin event back in the fall!
Describe or explain your favorite thing (or things!) that YSU offers that your previous school didn’t. In other words, what sets YSU apart from other universities?
I really enjoy the access to endless resources such as mental health counselors, doctors, nutritionists and other staff that are all provided by the University. I also like that there are so many recreational activities and university events that students can participate in to stay active and entertained throughout the week.
Lastly, what’s the best part about being a Penguin to you?
I love the friends I have made here, and how involved the campus community is!
Nearly 11,000 students
Over $8 Million in Scholarships Given Annually
21 Average Class Size
5 University Residence Halls with plenty of nearby apartments
14:1 Student-to-Faculty Ratio
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Tuition and fees may vary by major, college, area of study or based on your location. The university reserves the right to assess fees for special services and programs applicable to students. First-time International undergraduate students’ tuition rate is established based on first enrollment and remains unchanged for four consecutive years. Graduate students should plan for a yearly tuition increase of approximately 5%.
For a complete list of additional fees and detailed tuition information please visit the University Bursar website here.
Cost of the most popular room and meal plan combination; Your cost will depend on the plans you select. Costs in the box cover the most popular room and meal plan combination (on-campus); If you choose to live off-campus, the estimated cost of room and meals will be around $12,000 based on 12 months.
Based on average books & supply costs
Health insurance is required for international students.
Applicants must have graduated from high school or have successfully completed the General Education Development (GED) test to be considered for admission. Freshman applicants applying for admission to Youngstown State University must submit a high school transcript or GED transcript. Submission of American College Test (ACT) or Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT) scores is optional. Please note: some majors require test scores to be admitted into the program.
Applicants must have a cumulative weighted high school grade point average of 2.00 (on a 4.00 scale) or higher, a core unweighted grade point average* of 2.00 (on a 4.00 scale) or higher and have an ACT composite score of 17 or higher or a SAT composite score of 920 or higher (evidence-based writing and reading and math) to be admitted unconditionally. (*Core gpa is calculated based on grades earned in the following courses – English, mathematics, science, social science and foreign language, if applicable, from 9th through 12th grade).
Fall 2024
application deadline is
August 1, 2024
