Is Pitt State worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Pitt State is ranked #1,640 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of C-. Within Kansas, it ranks #36 of 55 for value.
Among the majors Pitt State offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Plastics & Polymer Engineering Technology/Technician | #2 of 3 |
| Industrial Technology | #2 of 3 |
| Printing Management | #3 of 3 |
| Information Systems | #7 of 13 |
| Computer Systems Analysis | #7 of 13 |
| Automotive Engineering Technology/Technician | #8 of 11 |
| Mechanics | #8 of 11 |
| Manufacturing Engineering Technology | #19 of 26 |
| Industrial & Management Engineering | #20 of 33 |
| Engineering | #20 of 33 |
Below is the detailed Pitt State value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
Pittsburg State University is ranked #3 out of #57 in Kansas for quality and #36 out of #55 for Kansas value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Pitt State financial aid page to be sure.
Pittsburg State University is ranked #1,640 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Pittsburg State University is priced appropriately for the quality of education it provides, making it a fair value according to College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Pitt State costs about $17,827. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $71,308 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $21,621 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $15,784 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $17,827 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $71,308 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about Pitt State net price and the factors that affect it.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Pitt State degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $86,484 | — | — |
| All Students | $71,308 | #1,640 | C- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $63,136 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $86,484 | — | — |
| All Students | $71,308 | #36 | C |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $63,136 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Pitt State shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $17,392 |
| $30K–$48K | $17,369 |
| $48K–$75K | $18,833 |
| $75K–$110K | $20,287 |
| Over $110K | $19,715 |
About 65% of Pitt State undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $10,306 per year. Get more details on the Pitt State financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the Pitt State net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.