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Youngstown State University

Youngstown, Ohio · Public

92%acceptance rate
1000–1260SAT middle 50%
19–25ACT middle 50%
$11,740average net price, in-state

Youngstown State University admitted 92% of 9,090 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1000–1260 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 53% of students graduate within six years.

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Early decision and early action

Youngstown State University doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.

What admissions weighs

How Youngstown State University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.

Very important

  • Course rigor
  • GPA

Important

  • –

Considered

  • Test scores

Not considered

  • Class rank
  • Essay
  • Recommendations
  • Interview
  • Activities
  • Talent or ability
  • Character
  • First generation
  • Legacy
  • Where you live
  • State residency
  • Religion
  • Volunteering
  • Work experience
  • Showing interest

High school GPA

First-year students averaged a 3.07 GPA.

  • 4.022%
  • 3.75–3.9913%
  • 3.50–3.7415%
  • 3.25–3.4913%
  • 3.00–3.249%
  • 2.50–2.9911%
  • 2.00–2.497%
  • Under 2.010%

Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.

What it costs

Full price with housing is $26,399 in-state and $26,759 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $11,740 on average (in-state).

Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:

  • $0–30k$8,053
  • $30–48k$9,286
  • $48–75k$13,171
  • $75–110k$15,906
  • $110k+$16,329

Quick answers

What is Youngstown State University’s acceptance rate?

Youngstown State University admitted 92% of applicants: 8,313 of 9,090 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).

What SAT score do you need for Youngstown State University?

The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1000 to 1260, with a median around 1110. A score at or above 1110 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.

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