Race & Ethnicity
Youngstown State University has a diverse student body with 22% students of color and 13% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
Youngstown State University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
Youngstown State University has a gender distribution of 55% female students and 45% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
34% of total enrollment
42% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Youngstown State University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 52% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 9% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
52%
Traditional Age (18-21)
9%
Non-Traditional (25+)
24%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Youngstown State University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 13% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 74% in-state residents, 13% out-of-state students, and 13% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
74% of student body
13% of student body
13% of student body
States Represented
28 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
22%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
55%
Female Students
Global Reach
13%
International
Age Diversity
9%
Non-Traditional Age