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Youngstown State University
Youngstown State University is a public four-year school in Youngstown, OH, with its campus in a city. It was founded in 1908[1]. It has about 7,961 undergraduates[7].
Founding year: Wikidata (community-edited) · Other facts: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard- 1908Founded
- 2026Today
Academics
Costs
What a year at Youngstown State University costs in 2026-27, for students from abroad and for in-state students[2].
Where the money goes
$1,181 more a year than an in-state student[2]
In-state figures are for U.S. residents, 2026-27. They are not what an international student pays.
Help paying, for students from abroad
As described by the school. Monthly and four-year figures are our own arithmetic from the yearly total.
Housing and food
The Scorecard does not say whether first-year housing is guaranteed or how many students live on campus. Check the school’s housing page.
Scorecard averages · reference only
These averages include U.S. students and the aid they receive. They are not an international student’s net price.
Getting in
When to apply
- Undergraduate - SpringOctober 1[5]
- Undergraduate - FallJune 1[5]
Dates can change. Check the school’s page before you apply.
Your application checklist
Filled marks come from the school. Dashed marks are not filled in yet.
Scores in detail
What the school asks for, and where its students land.
English test
Stated as a minimum[4]
Accepts TOEFL iBT, IELTS, Duolingo, PTE, SAT or ACT.
Waiver or exemption: Applicants from designated English-speaking countries are exempt from testing.
TOEFL iBT moved to a 1–6 scale for tests taken from 21 January 2026.
SAT and ACT
You do not have to send one. If you do, the gold bar shows where the middle half of enrolled students land.
Extra steps for students from abroad
How many get in
Living in Youngstown
Clubs, sports and activities
For information only. Confirm every figure with the school before you make decisions.