Youngstown State University Admissions

05/12/2026

Transfer students, we are just 3 days away… join us this Friday for Transfer and Adult Student Visit Day! Registration is closing soon, make sure to secure your spot! Visit the link in our bio for more info

05/05/2026

Attention all student looking to transfer to YSU.... Don't miss our Transfer and Adult Student Visit Day on May 15th! This is a great way to visit campus and learn about all the amazing things we have to offer our students. Visit the link in our bio to learn more and register!

05/01/2026

Happy National College Decision Day Future Penguins! You YSU is the place for you 🐧

Commit today! Log into your Penguin Portal and complete two very important steps:
1. Confirm your enrollment
2. Sign up for an orientation session

Go Guins!

02/27/2026

Orientation sign-ups are now open for Fall 2026 incoming freshmen! 🎉

This is your first step toward an exciting and successful start to the semester. Join us to meet new classmates, connect with campus leaders, and get all the information you need to feel prepared and confident.

Log into your Penguin Portal today to secure your spot. We can’t wait to welcome you!

02/17/2026

The first Penguin Preview Day of 2026 was a success! Thank you to everyone who attended, we hope you had as much fun as we did.

For those who weren’t able to attend or if you’d like to come again, we can’t wait to see you at our next one on Friday June 26th!

02/16/2026

Applications are now open for Youngstown State University Steubenville!

For more information, programs and how to apply: https://ysu.edu/locations/steubenville

The wait is over! 🐧🎉

Youngstown State University has officially announced its first slate of academic programs for YSU Steubenville, launching Fall 2026.

From healthcare and skilled trades to public safety, education, business and IT, these associate degrees and certificates are designed to meet real workforce demand. Whether you’re a recent high school graduate, an adult learner or a working professional looking to up-skill or re-skill, YSU Steubenville is building clear pathways from the classroom to career. 💪✨

This is just the beginning. Learn more at https://brnw.ch/21wZZKw

02/09/2026

Registration closing soon for Penguin Preview Day this Friday, February 13th.

You'll have the opportunity to explore buildings and classes, talk to professors and students, learn about majors and offerings, and tour the campus.

Sign up to attend: https://ysu.edu/admissions/penguin-preview-day

02/02/2026

Fall in love with YSU at Penguin Preview Day on Friday, February 13, 2026.

You'll have the opportunity to explore buildings and classes, talk to professors and students, learn about majors and offerings, and tour the campus.

Sign up to attend: https://ysu.edu/admissions/penguin-preview-day

06/30/2025

We are excited to welcome new CDL and Aviation programs to YSU! Our recruiters were busy at the ribbon cutting ceremony last week discussing the programs and meeting potential students. See the flyers attached for more information!

05/09/2025

Thank you to CCCTC for hosting a fantastic Signing Day yesterday! Congratulations to all the students who committed to Youngstown State University — your journey is just beginning, and we can't wait to see all you accomplish at YSU!