Youngstown State University: Rankings, Fees, Courses & Admissions

Youngstown State University is one of the biggest research universities in the USA. The university is located in Northeastern Ohio between the area of Cleveland and Pittsburgh. The university was founded in 1908 by YMCA. The university joined with the Ohio system of higher education in 1967. In the initial state, a single commercial law course was offered by the YMCA. Later the university offered several courses with the same passion in the entire Youngstown area. It is a place to live as well as learn. Education is everything in the university and experiences are given priority. The opportunities provided by the university enable us to build a professional relationship for future betterment along with a friendly atmosphere. 

The eminent alumni of the university are Harry L. Alford and Pat DiCesare.

Youngstown State University Highlight 

Type of University (Public/Private)	Public
Total Student Population	Total population in the university is 12756
Percentage of International Student Population	Not available
Acceptance Rate	37%
Student-Faculty Ratio	The student- faculty ratio in the university is 14:1
Number of Campuses (Domestic + International)	Not available
Number of Scholarships Awarded	Every year seven scholarships are given by the university.
Official Website	https://ysu.edu/
Official address	1 University Plaza, Youngstown, Ohio, 44555, USA

About Campus and Accommodation 

The main campus of the university is spread over about 145 acres with classroom facilities, housing administrative buildings, dining facilities, a bookstore, and a library. There are 140 student organizations attached to the university that the student can join outside of the class. The university also offers to live on the campus as well as off-campus. The university allows the students to bring their vehicles to the university campus. Dining facilities as well as on-campus housing are available at the university. Five residential halls such as Lyden House, better house, Cafaro House Wick House, and Kilcawley are included on the university campus. 

The rates of accommodation at the university are given below

Description of the accommodation	Fees per year (in USD)
Weller House (1 bedroom)	8000
Weller House (2 or 3 bedrooms)	7000
Weller House (2 or 3-bedroom family)	10000
Single room surcharge	1440
Winter break fee	250
Penguin promise	9700
Non-Penguin promise	9400

Youngstown State University Global Ranking 

The most popular regional university in the Midwest is Youngstown State University. The QS ranking of the university in the year 2023 is #801-1000. As per the Times Higher Education ranking the rank of the Youngstown State University is >600 in the USA college ranking.    

Acceptance Rate of the University 

As per the university context, the acceptance rate of the university is 37%. It indicates that the competition in the university is overall good. The university provides the scope for the students as their minimum number of students accepts the university. 

Top Courses Offered at Youngstown State University 

Some most popular courses offered by the university are given in the table format

UG label

There are many courses available in Under Graduate, those are discussed below.

• Bachelor of Science [B.S] Computer Science
• Bachelor of Science [B.S] Biochemistry 
• Bachelor of Science  [B.S] Marketing Management
• Bachelor of Business Administration [B.B.A] International business
• Bachelor of Science [B.S] Hospitality Management

Courses	Application fees per year (in USD)
Bachelor of Engineering [B.Eng] Mechanical Engineering	13,759
Bachelor of Science  [B.S] Human Resource Management	13,759
Bachelor of Arts [B.A] Journalism	13,759
Bachelor of Engineering [B.Eng] Civil-Environmental Engineering	13,759
Bachelor of Engineering [B.Eng] Electrical Engineering Technology	13,759
Bachelor Digital Media	13,759
Bachelor of Arts [B.A] Economic	13,759
Bachelor of Arts [B.A] Political Science	13,759

PG courses

Courses	Application fees per year (in USD)
Master of Science [M.S] Mechanical Engineering	12,789
Master of Science in Engineering [M.S.E] Civil and Mechanical Engineering	12,789
Master of Business Administration [M.B.A]	13,349
Master of Science [M.S] Chemical Engineering	12,789
Master of Science [M.S] Criminal Justice	12,789

Youngstown State University Admission Process 

Youngstown State University offers 115 diverse courses at the undergraduate level. The students have to submit 45 USD as application fees as per the rules of the university. The students of graduate level must submit 90 USD in their admission process through online mode. The university accepts applications from the students of undergraduate and graduate levels twice a year in the fall semester and spring semester. The students take admission to the university online mode which is applicable for international students also. The special requirement at the time of admission for international students is:

• Affidavit of financial support.
• Copy of passport including name, photo, and date of birth.
• An official test score of the English proficiency test.
• Bank statement within six months from application. 

Documents Required for Youngstown State University 

• High school GPA Score
• SAT/ACT scores; SAT score must be 920 or higher, ACT scores must be 17 or higher
• GED test result as per the requirement
• High school transcription
• Ohio graduation test proof (for Ohio residents)
• Application fee
• Personal essay and two letters of recommendation from the teachers and counselors.

Exam Requirements for Youngstown State University 

English proficiency is mandatory for pursuing higher study in the USA. the students from non-English speaking nations have to provide their English proficiency. The TOFEL, IELTS, and PTE show the English proficiency

The scores of the English proficient test for Youngstown State University:

Test	Undergraduate	Postgraduate
IELTS	6.0	6.5
PTE	58	64
TOFEL	67	80

  Youngstown State University cost of Attendance 

The Cost of attendance and living cost of the UG and PG students are mentioned in the table. The cost in the table is average and estimated that may vary.

Expenses	Cost in USD
Average tuition and fees	15,429 for UG and 14,216 for PG
Room and board	9,400-9,700
Health insurance	1230
Books and supplies	700
Personal expenses	2500
total	25,546-29,559

Available Scholarships for Youngstown State University 

Scholarship name	Scholarship per student	Level Of Study	Type
Go Clean Scholarship	$3,500	Bachelor	Merit-Based
Ellis R. Ott Scholarship	Variable amount	Doctorate	Merit-Based
Fulbright-Nehru Doctoral Research Fellowships	Variable amount	Doctorate	Merit-Based
BL Mandhana Scholarships	$10,000	Bachelor	Merit-Based
AAUW International Fellowships	Variable amount	Doctorate	Merit-Based
RD Sethna Scholarships	$15,000	Bachelor	Merit-Based

Placements at Youngstown State University 

Youngstown State University provides an enormous list of placement programmes that enables its students to start their professional career. Their placement programs are listed below.

Office of career exploration and Development: The programme enables students in getting a stable foot for their professional; development.

87% of students get viable job opportunities within 2 years of their passing. The average salary structure is between $35,900.

Degree	Median Salary (in USD)
Associate	29,640
Bachelor	41,600
Master	42,000