YSU lauded for affordability


YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State University is included on a national list of Online Colleges That Win on Affordability.

The list was developed by AffordableCollegesOnline.org after an analysis of online degree programs at more than 2,000 accredited colleges and universities across the country.

“YSU offers an exceptional collection of distance learning options at a very affordable price,” Dan Schuessler, founder and chief executive of AC Online, said in a news release. “Our sincerest congratulations on being one of today’s leaders in affordable distance learning.”

It is the second time this year that AC Online has included YSU in one of its rankings. Over the summer, YSU was noted as a top school for providing the greatest lifetime return on investment.

YSU offers seven fully online degree programs.