About
Contact & Visit
Campus Visits Contact
Contact
Christine Hubert
Director of Admissions
Director of Admissions
Address
One University Plaza
Youngstown, OH 44555
Youngstown, OH 44555
Phone
330 941-2000
Email
enroll@ysu.edu
Experience College Life
Most Popular Places On Campus
Stambaugh Stadium
Beeghly Center
Andrews Wellness Center
Watts Center
Kilcawley Center
McDonough Museum, Planetarium
Beeghly Center
Andrews Wellness Center
Watts Center
Kilcawley Center
McDonough Museum, Planetarium
Most Popular Places Off Campus
Butler Art Museum
Covelli Center
Southern Park Mall
Dyor Performing Arts Center
Millcreek Park
Stamabugh Auditorium
Covelli Center
Southern Park Mall
Dyor Performing Arts Center
Millcreek Park
Stamabugh Auditorium
Campus Tours
Campus Visiting Center
Mon - Fri and Sat (select)
8-5 M-F; Sat 8-12 select
330 941-2000
8-5 M-F; Sat 8-12 select
330 941-2000
Campus Tours
Appointment Required: Yes
Dates: Varies
Times: 9:30 am. and 1:30 p.m Monday through Friday.; Saturday by appointment
Average Length: 2 hours
Dates: Varies
Times: 9:30 am. and 1:30 p.m Monday through Friday.; Saturday by appointment
Average Length: 2 hours
On Campus Interview
Campus Interviews
No
Information Sessions
Not Available
Times
Faculty and Coach Visits
Dates/Times Available
Year-round
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Class Visits
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Not Available
Transportation
Types of Transportation Available to Campus
Greyhound Bus
Youngstown/Warren Airport
Driving Instructions to Campus
http://www/ysu.edu/directions-to-campus
Local Accommodations
Holiday Inn, Hampton Inn, Red Roof, Fairfield Comfort Inn, DoubleTree by Hilton
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Admissions
Overview
Applicants: 6,718
Acceptance Rate: 78%
Average HS GPA: 3.52
GPA Breakdown
16%
4.0
25%
3.75 - 3.99
18%
3.50 - 3.74
13%
3.25 - 3.49
11%
3.00 - 3.24
12%
2.50 - 2.99
5%
2.00 - 2.49
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Learn MoreSAT & ACT Test Scores
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
470 - 580
SAT Math
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
470 - 580
SAT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
940 - 1060
ACT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
18 - 24
Testing Policies
Standardized testing policy for use in admission
Requires applicants to submit either the SAT or ACT
Deadlines
Regular — August 1
Other Admission Factors
Academic
Rigor of Secondary School Record
Academic GPA
Selectivity Rating
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Learn MoreAcademics
Academics
Faculty and Class Information
Student/Faculty
20:1
Total Faculty
716
with Terminal Degree
267
378
Women
338
Men
18
International
Most frequent class size
20 - 29
Most frequent lab / sub section size
2 - 9
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
24%
Graduate in 5 years
41%
Graduate in 6 years
0%
Majors
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BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
Biochemistry.
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
Molecular Biology.
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BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping.
Accounting.
Banking and Financial Support Services.
Business Administration and Management, General.
Business/Commerce, General.
Business/Managerial Economics.
Fashion Merchandising.
Finance, General.
Financial Planning and Services.
Hospitality Administration/Management, General.
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General.
Information Resources Management.
Labor and Industrial Relations.
Management Information Systems, General.
Marketing/Marketing Management, General.
Merchandising and Buying Operations.
Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management.
Operations Management and Supervision.
Public Finance.
Tourism and Travel Services Management.
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COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Advertising.
Broadcast Journalism.
Journalism.
Radio and Television.
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COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
Computer Programming/Programmer, General.
Computer Science.
Information Technology.
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EDUCATION.
Art Teacher Education.
Biology Teacher Education.
Chemistry Teacher Education.
Early Childhood Education and Teaching.
Earth Science Teacher Education.
Education, General.
Education/Teaching of Individuals in Early Childhood Special Education Programs.
Education/Teaching of Individuals with Specific Learning Disabilities.
Elementary Education and Teaching.
English/Language Arts Teacher Education.
Family and Consumer Sciences/Home Economics Teacher Education.
Foreign Language Teacher Education.
Geography Teacher Education.
Health Teacher Education.
History Teacher Education.
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching.
Mathematics Teacher Education.
Music Teacher Education.
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching.
Physics Teacher Education.
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education.
Social Studies Teacher Education.
Spanish Language Teacher Education.
Special Education and Teaching, General.
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ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIES AND ENGINEERING-RELATED FIELDS.
Civil Engineering Technology/Technician.
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General.
Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other.
Electrical, Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician.
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician.
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ENGINEERING.
Chemical Engineering.
Civil Engineering, General.
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Engineering, General.
Industrial Engineering.
Manufacturing Engineering.
Mechanical Engineering.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.
English Language and Literature, General.
Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing.
Rhetoric and Composition.
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FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES/HUMAN SCIENCES.
Apparel and Textiles, General.
Child Care and Support Services Management.
Family and Community Services.
Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General.
Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General.
Human Development and Family Studies, General.
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FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.
French Language and Literature.
Italian Language and Literature.
Spanish Language and Literature.
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HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Athletic Training/Trainer.
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist.
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Assistant.
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science and Allied Professions, Other.
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician.
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist.
Dietetic Technician.
Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services.
Dietetics/Dietitian.
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic).
Environmental Health.
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other.
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General.
Hospital and Health Care Facilities Administration/Management.
Medical Office Management/Administration.
Medical/Clinical Assistant.
Pediatric Nurse/Nursing.
Pre-Dentistry Studies.
Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies.
Pre-Pharmacy Studies.
Public Health, General.
Public Health.
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse.
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist.
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HISTORY.
History, General.
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HOMELAND SECURITY, LAW ENFORCEMENT, FIREFIGHTING AND RELATED PROTECTIVE SERVICES.
Corrections.
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration.
Criminal Justice/Police Science.
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies.
Security and Loss Prevention Services.
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LEGAL PROFESSIONS AND STUDIES.
Pre-Law Studies.
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LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES, GENERAL STUDIES AND HUMANITIES.
General Studies.
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies.
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MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
Mathematics, General.
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MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.
Gerontology.
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NATURAL RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION.
Environmental Science.
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PARKS, RECREATION, LEISURE, AND FITNESS STUDIES.
Health and Physical Education/Fitness, General.
Kinesiology and Exercise Science.
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management.
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PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.
Philosophy.
Religion/Religious Studies.
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PHYSICAL SCIENCES.
Astronomy.
Chemistry, General.
Geology/Earth Science, General.
Physical Sciences.
Physics, General.
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PSYCHOLOGY.
Psychology, General.
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PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROFESSIONS.
Social Work.
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SOCIAL SCIENCES.
Anthropology.
Econometrics and Quantitative Economics.
Economics, General.
Geography.
International Economics.
Political Science and Government, General.
Social Sciences, General.
Sociology.
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VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
Art History, Criticism and Conservation.
Art/Art Studies, General.
Commercial and Advertising Art.
Dance, Other.
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General.
Fine Arts and Art Studies, Other.
Fine/Studio Arts, General.
Graphic Design.
Jazz/Jazz Studies.
Keyboard Instruments.
Music History, Literature, and Theory.
Music Performance, General.
Music Theory and Composition.
Music, General.
Painting.
Photography.
Printmaking.
Stringed Instruments.
Visual and Performing Arts, General.
Voice and Opera.
Degrees
Associate
Bachelor's
Certificate
Diploma
Doctoral
Doctoral/Professional
Doctoral/Research
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
Bachelor's
Certificate
Diploma
Doctoral
Doctoral/Professional
Doctoral/Research
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
Coop
Experiential
Internship
Notable Faculty
Prominent Alumni
Thomas Bopp
astronomer, co-discover of Comet Hale Bopp
Ron Parise
astronaut
Ed O'Neill
actor
Ron Jaworski
former NFL All -Pro and sports commentator
Nathaniel R. Jones
federal judge
Nanette Lepore
Fashion Designer
Amit Patel
cardiothoracic surgeon & world pioneer stem cell therapy for heart failure
Careers
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
24%
Graduate in 5 years
41%
Graduate in 6 years
0%
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
Coop
Experiential
Internship
ROI & Outcomes
Tuition & Aid
Tuition & Aid
Dates
Application Deadlines
Notification Date
Feb 15
Required Forms
FAFSA
School
School
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$5,994
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$6,470
Average Need-Based Loan
$3,787
Undergraduates who have borrowed through any loan program
58%
Average amount of loan debt per graduate
$25,794
Financial aid provided to international students
No
Expenses per Academic Year
Tuition (In-State)
$9,953
Tuition (Out-of-State)
$10,313
Required Fees
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$1,100
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
No
Board for Commuters
$4,166
Transportation for Commuters
$1,872
On-Campus Room and Board
$9,775
Comprehensive Fee
Available Aid
Financial Aid Methodology
Federal
Scholarships and Grants
Need-Based
Advanced Nursing Scholarships
Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
Need-Based Federal Pell
Need-Based Other
Need-Based Private Scholarships
Need-Based SEOG
Need-Based State Scholarships
Non-Need-Based
Institutional non-need-based scholarship or grant aid is available
Federal Direct Student Loan Programs
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFEL)
State Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes
Direct Lender
No
Student Body
Student Body
Overall
Student Body Profile
Total Undergraduate Enrollment
8,918
Foreign Countries Represented
71
Demographics
1.58%
Asian
7.34%
Black
4.56%
Hispanic
74.93%
Caucasian
3.55%
Unknown
4.24%
International
55% female
45% male
17% are out of state
78% are full time
22% are part time
Campus Life
Campus Life
Overview
Campus Life
Undergrads living on campus
11%
Help finding off-campus housing
Yes
First-Year Students living on campus
26%
Campus Environment
Small Urban
96/99
Housing Options
Apartment Married
Apartment Single
Apartment Single
Disabled Student
Dorms Coed
Dorms Coed
Special Needs Admissions
Program / Service Name
CSP Disability Services
Type of Program
For all students with disabilities
College Entrance Tests Required
Yes
Interview Required
No
Documentation Required for LD
A recent multifactored psychoeducational assessmentDocumentation Required for ADHD
Our documentation form or a multifactored psychoeducational assessmentSpecial Need Services Offered
Calculator allowed in exams
Yes
Dictionary allowed in exams
Yes
Computer allowed in exams
Yes
Spellchecker allowed in exams
Yes
Extended test time
Yes
Scribes
Yes
Proctors
Yes
Oral exams
Yes
Notetakers
Yes
Distraction-free environment
Yes
Accommodation for students with ADHD
Yes
Reading machine
Yes
Other assistive technology
Yes
Student Activities
Registered Student Organizations
212
Number of Honor Societies
30
Number of Social Sororities
5
Number of Religious Organizations
11
1% join a fraternity
1% join a sorority
Sports
Athletic Division
Division I
Men's Sports (Penguins)
9 Sports
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Football
Golf
Swimming
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Basketball
Cross Country
Football
Golf
Swimming
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Women's Sports (Penguins)
13 Sports
Basketball
Bowling
Cross Country
Diving
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Bowling
Cross Country
Diving
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Student Services
Day Care
Health
LGBT Support Groups
Army ROTC Offered on-campus
Air Force ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Kent State University
Health
LGBT Support Groups
Minority Support Groups: www.ysu.edu
Army ROTC Offered on-campus
Air Force ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Kent State University
Sustainability
60*
Campus Security Report
Campus Security Report
The Jeanne Clery Act requires colleges and universities to disclose their security policies, keep a public crime log, publish an annual crime report and provide timely warnings to students and campus employees about a crime posing an immediate or ongoing threat to students and campus employees.
Please visit The Princeton Review’s page on campus safety for additional resources: http://www.princetonreview.com/safety
The Princeton Review publishes links directly to each school's Campus Security Reports where available. Applicants can also access all school-specific campus safety information using the Campus Safety and Security Data Analysis Cutting Tool provided by the Office of Postsecondary Education of the U.S. Department of Education: https://ope.ed.gov/campussafety/#/
Other Information
Campus-wide Internet Network
Yes
% of Classrooms with Wireless Internet
100
Fee for Network Use
Yes
Partnerships with Technology Companies
Yes
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
No
Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
Yes
Description
dell for students and employees
Apple products for students and employees.
Wellness Program/Clinical Offerings
Institution has a mental health/wellness program that makes counseling, referral, and well-being services available to all students
Not Reported
Mental Health Website
Not Reported
Education & Training
Types of training available for students and faculty/staff
Program
Availability
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Engaging the Whole Campus
Institution has a Chief Behavioral Health Officer (and/or Chief Wellness Officer)
Not Reported
Peer-to-Peer
Institution has peer-to-peer offerings relating to mental health
Not Reported
Residential Life
Institution incorporates mental health and wellness into the residential experience
Not Reported
Student Orientation
Students who are provided an opportunity to participate in mental-health-orientation activities
First-year students
Not Reported
Incoming transfer students
Not Reported
Returning students
Not Reported
Entering graduate students
Not Reported
Mental Health in the Curriculum
The institution offers for-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
The institution offers non-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
Off-Campus Offerings
Institution offers referrals to off-campus counseling services
Not Reported
Health and Counseling Center Accreditation
Institution's counseling center is accredited
Not Reported
Accrediting body
Not Reported
Taking and Returning from Medical Leave
Institution has an official support program in place for students returning from mental health leave of absence
Not Reported
Counseling Demand
Number of months a year counseling center is open and fully staffed
Not Reported
