Pittsburg State University Viewbook 2014-2015

2014-15 VIEWBOOK

Pittsburg State University

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TABLE OF CONTENTSPitt State basics .............................. 2

Explore your major ......................... 4

College of Arts & Sciences ............... 6

Kelce College of Business ................ 8

College of Education ......................10

College of Technology ....................12

How to apply .................................14

Transferring credit .........................16

Pitt State affordability ...................18

Living on campus .......................... 22

Gorilla athletics ............................. 24

Get involved and stay active ......... 26

Your first year ............................... 28

Visit Pitt State ............................... 30

Your checklist ................................31

Campus map ................................. 32

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PITT STATE BASICSAcademicsPSU is a fully-accredited state

university with more than 150

academic programs– many

considered some of the best of their

kind in the U.S. With a student-to-

faculty ratio of 19:1 and average

undergraduate class size of around

20, you won’t get lost in the

crowd. Top-notch faculty combine

personal attention with the latest

in classroom technology to give

you the best academic experience

possible and the campuswide wireless network means

you can study at the library, in your

room or on your laptop outside on

the Oval! Learning doesn’t take place

just in the classroom. Each year,

more than 100 students study

abroad and about 1,300 students

complete internships and field

experiences in their area of study.

The result is that within six months

of graduation, 93% of graduates

are either working or continuing their

education.

By the NumbersWhen you choose Pittsburg State University,

you’re not just choosing the only university

in the U.S. with a Gorilla as a mascot, you

are also choosing a family with a rich history

and strong academics– a place you can call

“home.”

Pittsburg State University President Dr. Steven A. Scott congratulates a recent graduate at Commencement.

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PITT STATE BASICS www.pittstate.edu/about

Financial AidPSU’s Office of Financial Aid is always ready to help students and

families access the many options to help pay for college. In fact,

more than 80% of students receive some type of financial aid,

which includes scholarships, grants, loans or work study. Last year,

for example, the university awarded more than $3 million

in financial aid and more than 700 students had on-campus jobs.

These are some of the reasons that PSU continues to be one of

the most affordable university’s in the region.

Campus LifePSU’s 63,000 alumni

will tell you that your

campus years will be some

of the most memorable

of your life. As one of

about 7,400 students

from 31 states and 42

countries, you will be part

of a diverse, vibrant Gorilla

family that includes more

than 400 international

students and more than 1,000 minority students. When you’re not studying, you’ll have

lots of choices. Those include: More than 150 clubs and organizations; 10 varsity sports;

more than 30 intramural programs; 9 national fraternities and sororities; and hundreds of

concerts, lectures, comedy routines, art shows, movies and other events– almost all free!

Pitt State Gorillas– 2011 NCAA Division II National Football Champions

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College of Arts & SciencesArt• Art 2D General Fine Art 3D General Fine Art Commercial Art Art EducationBiology**• Biology Cellular & Molecular Biology Ecology & Organismic Biology Field Biology & Environment Plant Physiology/ Plant Molecular Biology Plant Taxonomy Pre-Dental (not a dental hygiene program) Pre-Medicine Pre-Optometry Pre-Physical Therapy/ Pre Occupational Therapy Pre-Veterinary• Medical Technology • Biology Education• General Science (minor)• Natural History (minor)Chemistry** • Chemistry Biochemistry Environmental Pharmaceutical Chemistry (requires 2 years of pharmacy school to complete program) Polymer Pre-Dental Pre-Medicine Pre-Veterinary Professional• Chemistry EducationCommunication**• Communication Advertising Broadcasting (Radio, TV) News Editorial Photojournalism Public Relations Theatre• Communication EducationEnglish**• English Creative Writing (Fiction, Poetry) Language Technical/Professional Writing Traditional• English Education• Film & Media Studies (minor)Family & Consumer Sciences• Family & Consumer Sciences Early Childhood Dev. Fashion Merchandising Community & Family Services Interior Design Interior Merchandising • Family & Consumer Sciences Education• Human Ecology (minor)• Youth & Adolescent Development (minor)

History, Philosophy and Social Sciences**• Geography• History• Justice Studies (Criminal Justice, Generalist) • Political Science (Generalist, Pre-Law)• Social Work• Sociology (Criminology, Generalist, Diversity)• History/Government (Social Studies Ed.)• Multicultural Studies (minor)• Philosophy (minor)Mathematics**• Mathematics Actuarial Science Civil Pre-Engineering• Mathematics EducationMilitary Science (minor)Modern Languages & Literatures• French (minor)• Spanish (minor)Music**• Music• Music Performance (Instrumental, Vocal)• Music Education (Instrumental, Vocal)School of Nursing**• NursingPhysics**• Physics Astrophysics Customized Engineering Technology Polymer Pre-Engineering (Aeronautical, Agricultural, Electrical, General, Industrial, Mechanical, Physics) Professional Solid State Physics• Physics Education• Earth & Space Science (minor)• Physical Science (minor)Women’s Studies (minor)

EXPLORE YOUR MAJORTHE PRIMARY EMPHASISat Pitt State is

on teaching, and

our faculty pride

themselves on

giving personal

attention to

students in an

atmosphere in

which much

attention is

given to keeping

class sizes small

enough to allow

for meaningful

personal interaction

with students.

The university

awards bachelor’s

degrees, master’s

degrees, education

specialist degrees,

associate degrees,

and professional

certificates in more

than 150 majors

and academic

programs across

four colleges– the

College of Arts &

Sciences, the Kelce

College of Business,

the College of

Education, and

the College of

Technology.

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Kelce College of Business

College of Education

College of TechnologyAccounting & Computer Information Systems**• Accounting• Computer Information Systems (Information Assurance & Computer Security, System Design)• Computing (minor)• Internal Auditing (minor)Economics, Finance, & Banking• Economics • Finance Management & Marketing**• International Business • Management• Marketing• Business Administration (minor)

Teaching & Leadership**• Early Childhood Birth – 3rd Grade• Elementary Education K – 6th Grade• English for Speakers of Other Languages (minor)• Inclusive Education (minor)• International Teaching (minor)• Leadership Studies (minor) • Special Ed for Family & Consumer Sciences (minor)• Urban & Suburban Experience (minor)Health, Human Performance & Recreation** • Exercise Science• Physical Education Coaching Group Fitness, Dance & Rhythms Strength & Conditioning• Recreation Community, Corporate & Hospital Wellness Recreation Administration Therapeutic Recreation• Dance (minor)Psychology & Counseling** • Psychology Case Management (Acceptance into program required before taking coursework) Developmental Disabilities Human Factors Human Resource Development Legal Issues Military Substance Abuse (Acceptance into program required before taking coursework) • Psychology Education

Please note that students seeking to teach at the high school or middle school level are advised through the department of the area they will teach (example: English teachers major in English Education through the English Department).

Automotive Technology• Automotive Technology Automotive Technical Automotive Mechanical Design Collision Repair & Insurance Management Diesel & Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Management Service Management & Marketing School of Construction• Construction Engineering Technology• Construction Management Building Information Modeling Civil Construction Company Management Field Management Residential Construction Safety Management• Environmental & Safety Management Construction Environmental Management Fire Safety General Industry Human Resource Management• Construction Tech for Interior Design (minor)Engineering Technology**• Electronics Engineering Technology Aerospace Electronics Controls Custom Electronic Embedded Systems Telecommunications • Manufacturing Engineering Technology• Mechanical Engineering Technology Design Electromechanical Manufacturing• Plastics Engineering Technology (Design, Manufacturing)

Interdisciplinary ProgamsMajors• Analytics• Fraud Examination• General Studies• Integrated Studies• International Studies• Sustainability & Resource Management

EXPLORE YOUR MAJORwww.pittstate.edu/academics

** Graduate Programs are available. For more information, please visit www.pittstate.edu/office/graduate

Minors• Fraud Examination • Gerontology• Innovation Engineering• Public Health• Technological Literacy• Women’s Health

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Graphics & Imaging Technologies• Graphic Communications Digital Media Graphic Design Graphic Mgmt. Print Media Web/Interactive Media• Photography (minor)Technology & Workforce Learning**• Vocational Technical Education (Public, Private)• Wood Technology Product Manufacturing Residential Construction Wood Teacher Training• Workforce Development (requires 64-hour or more associate degree in arts or science) Human Resources Supervision & Leadership• Technology & Engineering Ed.• Indust. Mgmt. & Super. (minor)• Human Resource Dev. (minor)Associate DegreesAutomotive Service Technology*Electrical Technology*Wood TechnologyTwo-year Certificate ProgramsElectrical Technology**An additional application and deposit is required for Associate and Certificate programs.

COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCESAS THE LARGEST COLLEGE AT PSU, the College of Arts and Sciences offers more than 50 degree programs, including undergraduate majors and minors as well as

graduate programs in 13 departments and four interdisciplinary areas.

www.pittstate.edu/college/arts-and-sciences

Through extensive outreach programs outside the classroom, the college provides

the campus and the larger community with opportunities for cultural, aesthetic,

and scientific enrichment and development.

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COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES

Students majoring in the College of Arts and Sciences enhance skills by participating in studio, laboratory and other hands-on experiences.

AS THE LARGEST COLLEGE AT PSU, the College of Arts and Sciences offers more than 50 degree programs, including undergraduate majors and minors as well as

graduate programs in 13 departments and four interdisciplinary areas.

• Students graduating in Math and Physics enjoy near 100% placement in careers or graduate school.

• More than 90% of pre- Medicine, pre-Physical Therapy, pre-Dentistry and pre-Optometry graduates are accepted to medical or professional schools on their first application!

• Communication (Broadcasting emphasis) students won more television awards from the Kansas Association of Broadcasters than any other state institution in 2013.

• Students in Fashion Merchandising recently partnered with L.A. based TOMS shoes on an event that helped to provide shoes to children in need.

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KELCE COLLEGE OF BUSINESS

The College continues to earn accolades such as accreditation from AACSB International

(the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business), recognition by the Princeton

Review as one of the best business colleges in the nation, and one of only around 100

schools in the country to earn certification by the Committee on National Security Systems.

www.pittstate.edu/college/business

WITH A MISSION of offering a world-class education that engages students and prepares them for a future in the business world,

the PSU Gladys A. Kelce College of Business stands out among the best in the country.

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KELCE COLLEGE OF BUSINESS

Kelce College of Business majors are encouraged by faculty to take their education outside the classroom to expand their learning opportunities.

• The Executive on Campus series brings in alumni who have developed great careers and reached high levels of success to speak with students.

• The College is the home of two major academic journals with worldwide readership, the Journal of Managerial Issues and The American Economist.

• Students have their choice of excursions to places like France and Korea, where they can spend time studying business.

• PSU’s Enactus student organization consistently receives top honors in regional and national competition with their community outreach projects.

• The College is one of only 44 colleges in the world to offer a program in Endorsed Internal Auditing.

WITH A MISSION of offering a world-class education that engages students and prepares them for a future in the business world,

the PSU Gladys A. Kelce College of Business stands out among the best in the country.

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WHAT ONCE SERVED as the foundation for the development of Pittsburg State University, the College of Education now consists of

three departments: Health, Human Performance, and Recreation; Psychology and Counseling; and Teaching and Leadership.

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION

www.pittstate.edu/college/education

Outstanding faculty in the College of Education are dedicated to providing

excellence in learning for our future educators.

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WHAT ONCE SERVED as the foundation for the development of Pittsburg State University, the College of Education now consists of

three departments: Health, Human Performance, and Recreation; Psychology and Counseling; and Teaching and Leadership.

Students in the College of Education are supported by faculty and staff as they prepare to enter the workforce.

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION

• No other university in Kansas has an integrated psychology and counseling department, which allows the department to offer comprehensive, in- depth programs in each area.

• An average of 80 school districts per year choose PSU’s Teacher Interview Day to hire new teachers.

• Each year student teachers are honored for their achievements at the Student Teachers Recognition ceremony. Education students recite the PSU Teacher’s Oath and are presented with a specially designed medallion.

• Students in Health, Human Performance and Recreation organize activities such as relay races and aerobic dance for nearly 1,000 third graders at PSU‘s annual Kansas Kids Fitness Day.

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THE MISSION OF the College of Technology is to continue to be the number one center for excellence in technology for the state of

Kansas, as well as the broader region.

COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY

www.pittstate.edu/college/technology

At nearly 280,000 square feet, the Kansas Technology Center (home of the College

of Technology) includes more than 13 computer labs and more than 40 technical

laboratories for student learning.

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THE MISSION OF the College of Technology is to continue to be the number one center for excellence in technology for the state of

Kansas, as well as the broader region.

Tens of millions of dollars worth of equipment gives PSU students learning opportunities that translate into a nearly 100% job placement rate.

• Several technology programs (Plastics Engineering Technology, Wood Technology and Automotive Technology) are in the top five programs of their type in the nation.

• Students regularly compete in national team competitions such as the SAE Baja, SAE Formula and NASA Moonbuggy events. In 2014, PSU hosted the Baja SAE Kansas.

• Each year students participate in the College of Technology Company Day where over 125 companies showcase internship and employment opportunities.

• Six faculty members in the School of Construction hold Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design certification in order to incorporate green and sustainable construction practices into the curriculum.

COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY

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HOW TO APPLYSUBMIT THE APPLICATIONfor admission and scholarships at www.pittstate.edu and pay the $30 application fee.

Students are encouraged to submit an application anytime after their junior year of high school. Students will need a copy of test scores and a partial high school transcript listing senior coursework to complete the Application for Admission and Scholarships. Transfer students should have transcripts sent from all previously attended institutions.

Self-reported academic information will be used for initial admission and scholarship consideration. Official final transcripts and if applicable, test scores, mailed from the high school and/or college(s) will be required to complete a student’s admission file.

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Visit www.pittstate.edu/admission to begin your application. Be sure to complete your application by submitting the appropriate documents below.

APPLYING AS A FRESHMAN:• Self-reported ACT or SAT scores• Self-reported grades and GPA from high school• List of your senior year courses• College transcripts (if applicable)

• Application fee

APPLYING AS A TRANSFER STUDENT:• College transcripts • High school transcript (applicable if transferring fewer than 60 credit hours and planning to apply for federal financial assistance)

• Application fee

Submit documents to:Fax: 620.235.6003 Email: [email protected] Mail: Pittsburg State University Office of Admission 1701 S. Broadway, Pittsburg, KS 66762

For more information visit www.pittstate.edu/admission

There are provisions for a small number of exceptions to the admission standards. Please contact the Admission Office if you have any questions.

HOW TO APPLYwww.pittstate.edu/admission

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KANSAS AND OUT-OF-STATE FRESHMEN UNDER 21 YEARS OF AGE:Graduates from an accredited high school must meet the following:• Complete the Kansas precollege curriculum (or the respective state precollege curriculum for non-residents)* with a 2.0 (2.5 for non-residents) or higher grade point average (GPA) on a 4.0 Scale AND meet one of the following requirements:• ACT composite score of 21 or higher (SAT of 980 or higher), OR• Rank in the top one-third of graduating class(If applicable, a student must also achieve at least a 2.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale on all transferable college credits) Graduates from an unaccredited high school or homeschool must meet the following:• Complete the Kansas precollege curriculum (or the respective state precollege curriculum for non-residents)* with a 2.0 (2.5 for non-residents) or higher grade point average (GPA) on a 4.0 Scale AND meet the following requirement:• ACT composite score of 21 or higher (SAT of 980 or higher)(If applicable, a student must also achieve at least a 2.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale on all transferable college credits) * Kansas precollege curriculum:

· 4 units of English· 4 units of Math (nothing below Algebra I will be accepted) OR 3 units and ACT college readiness math benchmark of 22 - Students may also complete 1 unit by achieving 3 college credits in College Algebra· 3 units of Natural Science (1 unit must be Chemistry or Physics)· 3 units of Social Science· 3 units of electives (English, Math, Natural Sciences, Social Science, Fine Arts, Computer Information Systems, Foreign Languages, Personal Finance, Speech, Debate, Forensics, Journalism and Career Technical Education)

High School Equivalency Diploma Recipients must meet the following:• Complete an approved high school equivalency diploma with the prescribed scores (prescribed scores can be found at www.pittstate.edu/admission) AND meet the following requirement:• ACT composite score of 21 or higher (SAT of 980 or higher)(If applicable, a student must also achieve at least a 2.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale on all transferable college credits)

INCOMING FRESHMEN STUDENTS 21 YEARS OF AGE AND OLDER • Graduate from an accredited or unaccredited high school or homeschool (unaccredited high school or homeschool not applicable for non-residents) OR• Complete an approved high school equivalency diploma with the prescribed scores (prescribed scores can be found at www.pittstate.edu/admission)

TRANSFER STUDENTS(A transfer student is defined as a student with 24 or more transferable college credit hours earned after high school graduation.)• cumulative GPA of 2.0 on 4.0 scale in all college coursework

TRANSFERRING CREDITFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONSQ: Who is considered a transfer student?A: You are considered a transfer student if you have completed at least 24 credit hours of college-level course work after high school graduation.

Q: When should I apply?A: The Office of Admission suggests you apply at least 6 months prior to the semester you plan on attending Pittsburg State University. Your application is considered complete once your fee, transcript(s) and other required academic credentials are received. If you are currently taking courses when you apply, send a transcript with your in-progress work and another at the end of the term with your final grades.

Q: How will my credits transfer?A: Most academic course work will be accepted by Pitt State if the credit was earned from a regionally accredited two-year or four-year college or university. Course equivalency information is available for many institutions at www.pittstate.edu/ admission/information/transfer- student. If course information is not available for your institution, call the PSU Registrar’s Office at 620-235-4200.

Q: Does PSU accept AP (Advanced Placement) or IB (International Baccalaureate) credit?A: Subject to academic department approval, students completing the AP exam with scores of 5, 4 or 3 may

ARE YOUcurrently attending

another college

or university and

thinking about

transferring to Pitt

State?

At Pitt State, you

will be joining a

campus community

that welcomes

hundreds of new

transfer students

each year. We

strive to provide

you with the

resources you need

to be successful

in and out of the

classroom. These

resources include

transfer specific

scholarships,

transfer orientation

programs and

transfer visit

events, just to

name a few.

For more

information, check

out www.pittstate.

edu.

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TRANSFERRING CREDIT receive appropriate credit. The results of AP exams must be sent to PSU directly from the College Board.

Pittsburg State recognizes the IB Diploma Program and awards advanced standing credit for specific scores on the higher level examinations. Credit is awarded on a course- by-course basis as determined by departmental chairs. Visit www.pittstate.edu/ registrar for additional details.

Q: Does PSU accept/offer Credit by Exam or CLEP credit?A: Academic departments determine the CLEP norm group and the percentile at or above which credit will be awarded. Typically credit is awarded for scores starting at the 50th percentile.

Academic departmental exams are available for credit and are available by special arrangement through the individual academic department involved. Visit www.pittstate.edu/registrar for additional details. Q: Will PSU accept military credit?A: Pittsburg State generally follows the recommendations of the Office of Educational Credits listed by the American

www.pittstate.edu

Council of Education (ACE). Advanced standing credits, as noted on the student’s military transcript, will be given to veterans for formal service school courses on the basis of the ACE.

Q: Do I have to have an associates degree to transfer? A: No, you can transfer anytime as long as you meet transfer admission requirements.

Q: Do I have to send all my transcripts? A: Yes. In order for PSU to determine whether you meet admission requirements, we must evaluate your entire academic history including course work completed at each institution attended.

Q: I am in high school and taking college courses. Am I considered a transfer student? A: No, in order to be considered a transfer student, a student must have completed at least 24 credit hours of college-level course work after high school graduation.

At Cleveland Plaza, just outside University Housing’s South Complex, students take part in one of many activities offered throughout the year by the Campus Activities Center.

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COSTS

The following is an example of the expenses for a full-time undergraduate student living in a residence hall for the 2014-2015 academic year:

FULL-TIME FEES (10 hours or more)

Full Fees & Tuition .................................$3,115 .......... $4,349 ..........$8,168Fees include access to the Student Recreation Center, Student Health Center, all student sponsored activities and all home regular season sporting events. Fees also cover the cost of a student’s photo ID and parking permit.

Books & Supplies (estimate)* ...................$500 ............ $500 .............$500*A rental program through Barnes & Noble may assist in reducing book costs.

Residence Hall Living(double room, 7-day access meal plan) ........ $3,578 ......... $3,578 ...........$3,578

Costs does not include $45 application fee.

Cost for one semester ......................$7,193 .......... $8,427 ..........$12,246

Cost for academic year ................... $14,386 ........ $16,854 .........$24,492

PART-TIME FEES PER HOUR(9 hours or less & summer classes) ..........$221 .......... $303.50........... $558

Please note that the College of Technology has an additional per credit hour fee of $14 for each credit hour (up to 10 credit hours) for courses taken in the College of Technology with a cap of $140 per semester.

Gorilla Edge Legacy MSEP

PITT STATE AFFORDABILITYUNLIKE MANYother schools,

at Pitt State

you pay a

FLAT TUITION

amount for 10

or more credit

hours, which

lets you add

extra courses

without

incurring any

additional

tuition costs.

And, at Pitt

State, student

fees – such as

your Gorilla

ID card, event

tickets, student

health center

and recreation

center access,

and parking –

are included in

tuition costs.

In-state

Gorilla Advantage

Out-of- State

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www.pittstate.edu/affordabilityPITT STATE AFFORDABILITY

TUITION BREAKS

The Gorilla AdvantageStudents who qualify will pay in-state tuition to PSU! Counties included: ARKANSAS – Benton and WashingtonMISSOURI – Barry, Barton, Bates, Cass, Cedar, Clay, Dade, Henry, Jackson, Jasper, Lawrence, McDonald, Newton, Platte, St. Clair and VernonOKLAHOMA – Craig, Delaware, Mayes, Nowata, Ottawa, Rogers, Tulsa and Washington

The Gorilla Edge Students who qualify will pay 150% of in-state tuition! States included: Arkansas, Missouri and Oklahoma (outside of the Gorilla Advantage counties) and Texas

Midwest Student Exchange Program (MSEP) Students who qualify will pay 150% of in-state tuition! States included: Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota and Wisconsin

Pitt State Legacy Program Students who qualify will pay 150% of in-state tuition! To be considered, a student must have a parent or grandparent who graduated from PSU.

FLAT RATE TUITION and special tuition break

programs make Pitt State

very affordable.

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www.pittstate.edu/affordabilitywww.pittstate.edu/car

PITT STATE AFFORDABILITY

STUDENT FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE & SCHOLARSHIPS

Scholarships, grants, student loans and work-study are important ways to help finance a college education. Student employment can also be a rewarding way to earn financial support.

Need-based financial aid:File the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) after January 1 for each academic year (PSU Code 001926) at www.fafsa.edu.gov. Priority deadline is March 1.

Merit Scholarships:Complete the application for admission and scholarships (available at www.pittstate.edu) prior to February 1. Applications received after this date will be considered only if funds remain available.

STUDENT EMPLOYMENT

The Student Employment Office assists students enrolled at Pittsburg State in finding part-time employment and internship opportunities on- or off-campus. Most positions pay minimum wage (currently $7.25 per hour) and are limited to 20 hours a week. Common positions include: office & lab assistant, cashier, tutor, data entry operator and web page designer. To start the job search, students must first register with the Career Services Office through Gorillas4Hire at www.pittstate.edu/car.

More than 80% of PSU students

receive some type of financial

assistance.

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PITT STATE AFFORDABILITYFreshman Deadline forScholarships Amount Criteria Consideration Honors College $9,500-($2,000 Study Abroad Stipend) 28 ACT & 3.5 HS GPA to apply; January 15 $4,500-($2,000 Study Abroad Stipend) separate application required; $1,000 www.pittstate.edu/academics/honors

Academic $500 22/23 ACT & 3.2 HS GPA Rolling*Achievement $700 24/25 ACT & 3.2 HS GPA Award $900 26/27 ACT & 3.2 HS GPA $1,200 28 or above ACT & 3.2 HS GPA (renewable for one year)

Valedictorian $1,000 Ranked #1 in high school graduating class Rolling* Award

Diversity $1,000 (renewable for three years) 19 ACT & 3.4 HS GPA, meet other factors Rolling* Scholarship 20 ACT & 3.3 HS GPA, meet other factors 21 ACT & 3.2 HS GPA, meet other factors

Alumni Legacy Amounts vary Parent must be a PSU graduate; February 1 21 ACT or 3.0 HS GPA

Departmental Amounts vary Criteria vary, February 1Awards go.pittstate.edu/scholarship/univ/UNIV

General Amounts vary Criteria vary, February 1Scholarship Fund go.pittstate.edu/scholarship/univ/UNIV

Transfer Deadline forScholarships Amount Criteria Consideration Transfer Scholar $2,000 (renewable for one year) Completed at least 42 credit hours with February 1Leadership a 3.25 GPA; separate application required; Program www.pittstate.edu/affordability/scholarships

Academic $750-$1,500 Completed at least 24 credit hours with a Rolling*Achievement 3.5 GPA OR Completed at least 48 credit Award hours with a 3.25 GPA

Diversity $1,000 (renewable for one year) Completed at least 24 credit hours with a Rolling* Scholarship 3.5 GPA, meet other factors

Phi Theta Kappa $500 Active membership in Phi Theta Kappa Rolling*Recognition Award Proof of membership required

Kansas All-State $1,000 Selected as a member of the Kansas Current year Academic Team All-State Academic Team by PTK and the selection Kansas Association of Community Colleges

Alumni Legacy Amounts vary Parent must be a PSU graduate; February 1 21 ACT or 3.0 HS GPA

Departmental Amounts vary Criteria vary, February 1Awards https://go.pittstate.edu/scholarship/univ/UNIV

General Amounts vary Criteria vary, February 1Scholarship Fund https://go.pittstate.edu/scholarship/univ/UNIV

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* Rolling as funds are available

* Rolling as funds are available

LIVING ON CAMPUSPITT STATEwill be your home

away from home.

Campus Housing

provides safe

and comfortable

residential

facilities and a

well balanced food

service program,

both competitively

priced.

We know that

students living

on campus

traditionally

maintain higher

grade point

averages than

those living off

campus. The

residence halls

provide an

environment that

enhances students’

intellectual

and social

development.

Each building

is staffed with

student oriented

professionals.

www.pittstate.edu/housingwww.gorilladining.com

PSU LIVING INCLUDES:• Free Wi-Fi internet access• Security – halls are locked 24 hours• Expanded basic cable (55+ channels)• Traditional furnishings (including bed, desk, chair and closet space)• Lounge areas – Equipped with oak furniture, TVs and study tables• Laundry Facilities • Theme floors – including Academic Excellence & Wellness

North Campus ComplexBowen Hall, Tanner Complex and Trout Hall make up the north campus complex. Each hall is co-ed by floor with double occupancy rooms, central bathroom by floor, has a central lobby, study lounge, kitchen area and recreation room.

Crimson Commons is the newest of our residence halls, completed in the fall of 2010. Each unit includes four private bedrooms with common living room, kitchenette and restroom.

South Campus ComplexDellinger and Nation Hall make up the largest residence hall complex on campus and are connected to Gibson Dining Hall. More than 450 students enjoy the option of two or three occupancy rooms, central lobby, study lounge, kitchen area and recreation room.

Willard Hall is reserved for students categorized as upper-classmen. Willard offers suite style living with two-person and four person rooms with bath.

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LIVING ON CAMPUS

CAMPUS DINING

Gibson Dining HallOffering a wide variety of culinary options, Gibson Hall is definitely NOT your traditional cafeteria. Served in a sit-down atmosphere, every meal includes beverages and desserts. “Ma Gibs,” as our students call the dining hall, provides late night dining options as well. You’ll find yourself wanting to go back for more…and you can with our “all-you-care-to-eat” format.

University ClubLocated in the lower level of the Overman Student Center, the University Club is the place to be for students looking for a place to relax and unwind. Several food and beverage options are available in PSU’s own Cyber-café, so you can have a pick-me-up while surfing the web.

Gorilla CrossingLocated in the Overman Student Center, the Gorilla Crossing is the perfect place to “grab a quick bite” or join friends for a meal. Our “food court” design allows you to choose between a variety of restaurants so you’re certain to find the right one to fit your taste and budget.

Axe GrindLocated in the Axe Library, the Axe Grind serves assorted beverages and snacks, providing students an opportunity to take a break while studying.

KTC Café Just because you have class in the Kansas Technology Center doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a delicious meal. The KTC Café offers hot meals, sandwiches, snacks and beverages with lounge style seating, big screen televisions and a fantastic staff.

www.pittstate.edu/housingwww.gorilladining.com

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GORILLA ATHLETICSNOTHINGBRINGS the campus

community

together quite

like Gorilla

Athletics!

Whether your

future is on

the field or

cheering in the

stands, Pitt State

Athletics is sure

to make you a

Gorilla sports

enthusiast!

John Lance Arena/Whetzel Court

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Competing in what has been touted as one of the most competitive conferences in the nation, our athletes are high achievers both on and off the field. Since 1990, PSU has produced more CoSIDA Academic All-America® student athletes than all other NCAA Division II institutions. And… it’s not only our athletes who have created a winning tradition. Gorilla fans provide the atmosphere that opposing teams have learned to fear. We invite you to share in the excitement!

GORILLA ATHLETICSWomen’s SportsBasketballCross CountrySoftballTrack & FieldVolleyball

www.pittstategorillas.com

Men’s SportsBaseballBasketballCross CountryFootballTrack & Field

Have the talent to play Division II sports with the Gorillas? Submit a questionnaire for your sport at pittstategorillas.com.

All potential student athletes must be registered through the NCAA Eligibility Center.

Visit www.ncaaeligibilitycenter.org to start the process today!

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CAMPUS LIFE Pittsburg State University annually registers more than 150 different student organizations. Organizations are categorized into the following categories:

AND STAY ACTIVE

Academic Cultural Fraternity/Sorority Honorary Housing PoliticalRecreationalReligiousServiceSpecial Interest

For a complete list of organizations please visit the Campus Activities Center website at pittstate.edu/cac.

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The intramural sports program offers a variety of activities. Participating in intramural sports is a great opportunity to develop the essential qualities of leadership, teamwork, and communication, while having a good time.

We want our students to have the best resources possible to make friends, have fun and enjoy a healthy lifestyle here at Pitt State! The Student Recreation Center provides many of these opportunities. Designed for the fitness, wellness and recreational needs of students, this facility features state-of-the-art equipment and recreational areas. The 100,000 square-foot, two-story building includes a four-court gymnasium, fitness areas, indoor track and lounge.

Intramural sports offered:NFL Pig Skin PicksCollege Picks3 vs 3 Outdoor Basketball TourneyTeam Handball TourneyKickball Tourney Flag Football LeagueField Goal Kicking ContestIndoor Soccer TourneyTable Tennis TourneySoftball TourneyInnertube Water Polo TourneyIndoor Volleyball LeaguePreholiday 5 vs 5 Basketball Tourney

RECREATION/INTRAMURAL SPORTSAND STAY ACTIVE

The 2013 Homecoming King and Queen participate in the Homecoming Parade through downtown Pittsburg.

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YOUR FIRST YEARThe most challenging time for any college student is the beginning of the experience in this new environment. The Student Success Center is focused on assisting students with the social, personal, and academic adjustments needed for a successful transition to Pitt State.

Pitt C.A.R.E.S.,Freshman Experience, TransitionsAdmitted students and their families attend the Pitt C.A.R.E.S. programs for freshmen or transfer students. Once on campus, freshmen will participate in both Gorilla Warm-up and Freshman Experience.

The Freshman Experience course is designed to prepare students to succeed both in and after college.

Transfer students may take Transitions, a course designed to provide transfer students the opportunity to interact with students who are sharing in their same experiences and to introduce students to PSU. A variety of programs and services are introduced during both courses.

Exploratory StudiesIf you are one of the many students who are not ready to declare a major, Pittsburg State has a program to meet your needs. Exploratory Studies is designed to assist students in meeting the general education requirements while assisting them in assessing their interests and strengths.

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YOUR FIRST YEARwww.pittstate.edu/office/sspwww.pittstate.edu/careers • www.pittstate.edu/healthwww.pittstate.edu/office/study_abroad • www.pittstate.edu/office/diversity

Career ServicesThe Career Services office strives to educate students and alumni so they may make informed career decisions. Services include on-campus interviews, career fairs, internship programs, job search workshops, mock interviews and an on line job search service. The staff helps students create a professional resume, prepare for an interview, and develop a job search plan. In addition, Career Coaching/Counseling is available by appointment.

Study AbroadThe world is a great classroom and students are encouraged to go out to experience it for themselves. The Study Abroad Program consists of trips that are from a few weeks long to ones that can last an academic year. Destinations include France, Spain, the United Kingdom, Finland, Australia, South Korea, Peru, Costa Rica, Malta, Argentina, Russia and Germany. Students who participate in our Study Abroad program regularly come home saying, “it changed my life!”

Building CommunityThe Office of Student Diversity hosts several culturally enriching programs and activities throughout the academic year. Understanding the value and importance of diversity on the campus of PSU, this office strives to educate and celebrate our differences. Students

work closely with the office, participating in workshops, retreats, cultural heritage celebrations, and other activities.

Student Health and WellnessThe Bryant Student Health Center promotes the health and well-being of students in order to enhance their educational experience. The Bryant Student Health Center provides high quality, convenient, cost-effective health and counseling services for PSU Students.

During Pitt C.A.R.E.S. for Freshmen, students participate in small group discussions led by current PSU students and make a trip to their academic department to meet with a faculty adviser.

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VISIT PITT STATE!www.pittstate.edu/admissionConsider this your invitation to visit Pitt State! During the fall and spring semesters, PSU offers a number of visit events. These events allow you to meet current students, talk with faculty from many academic areas and mingle with future classmates. Advanced registration is required for the following events:

For Seniors: Rumble in the Jungle – Oct. 4 and Nov. 8, 2014 Tour Pitt State – March 7, 2015

For Juniors: Junior Jungle Day – April 4, 2015

For Transfer Students: Transfer Tuesdays 2014 – Sept. 9, Oct. 14 and Nov. 4 2015 – Feb. 2 and March 3

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Pitt State also offers individual campus visits. Chat with an admission representative, tour campus with a PSU student, talk to a professor and check out the residence halls!

Individual visits are available Monday through Friday. Schedule your campus visit by calling 800-854-PITT (7488) or go to www.pittstate.edu/admission

Want to learn more about Pittsburg, Kansas? Pittsburg is a close-knit community with a lot to offer including a number of recreational facilities, including:

Golf coursesParksSoftball fieldsYMCA

“The Oval” is one of the most beloved places on the PSU campus. Students can be found playing frisbee, participating in a campus activity or studying on one of the many park benches.

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BowlingMovie theatersAquatic centerDay spas

YOUR PSUCHECKLIST¨Complete a short interest page and become a Pitt State VIP at www.pittstate.edu/ admission/undergraduate.

¨Schedule a campus visit. Call 1-800-854-PITT (7488) or go to www.pittstate.edu/admission.

¨Apply for admission and scholarships online at www.pittstate.edu. Be sure to have a copy of your test scores and a high school transcript or another listing of your high school coursework, including GPA and course grades. You will not be able to accurately complete your application without this information readily available. Priority deadline for scholarship consideration is February 1. (If you completed a paper application for admission, complete a separate scholarship application online at www.pittstate.edu/ affordability.)

¨Take the ACT and have your scores sent to PSU (our ACT school code is 1449).

¨Have your college or university transcripts (if any) sent to Pitt State.

¨Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as soon after January 1st as possible. Apply on-line at www.fafsa.ed.gov.

¨Complete the University Housing contract. In February, housing contracts are available online at www.pittstate.edu/house.

¨Register for PITT C.A.R.E.S. The registration will be sent in April to freshmen that have been admitted to PSU. Transfer students will receive the information in March for the fall semester and October for the spring semester.

¨Have an official final high school transcript with graduation date sent to PSU. (A transfer student with fewer than 60 credit hours must submit a final high school transcript if they will be receiving financial assistance.)

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The Gorilla, a symbol of strength and power, was chosen as the Pittsburg State mascot in 1925. The ferocious beast was dubbed “Gus.” PSU is the only college or university in the country with the Gorilla as a mascot. This unique mascot continues to represent the University with an exceptional reputation of strength, intelligence, ferocity and loyalty.

Pittsburg State University is committed to a policy of educational equity. Accordingly, the University admits students,grants financial aid and scholarships, conducts all the educational programs, activities, and employment practices without

regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, ancestry or disabilities.

Pittsburg State UniversityPittsburg, Kansas • 1-800-854-PITT (7488) • www.pittstate.edu

Pittsburg State University Admission Representative contact information

Dana [email protected] .............. 913-529-4489

Jason Bilberry ..................... [email protected] ............. .620-235-4031

Terra Higgins ................ [email protected] .............. 620-235-4581

Jim Snyder ............................ [email protected] ............. .620-235-4454

LaMont Thompson .......... [email protected] .............. 620-235-6078

Transfer student contact:Penny Cook ............................ [email protected] .............. 620-235-4293

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