Information for Students

Admission to the Kelce College of Business

Students desiring admission into the Kelce College of Business must meet the following admission requirements in addition to those of the university. The Kelce College of Business will admit students who meet the following requirements:

Students desiring admission into the Kelce College of Business must meet the following requirements:

Complete 30 semester hours applicable to the degree.
Achieve at least a 2.25 overall cumulative grade point average for Economics, Finance, International Business, Management, and Marketing majors.
Achieve at least a 2.50 overall cumulative grade point average for Accounting and CIS majors.

Complete the following courses with a grade no lower than a C:

English Composition, ENGL 101 or Honors English composition, ENGL 140– 3 hours
Introduction to Research Writing, ENGL 299 or Honors English Composition, ENGL 190 – 3 hours
Speech Communications, COMM 207 – 3 hours
Elementary Statistics, MATH 143 – 3 hours
Computer Information Systems, CIS 130 – 3 hours
College Algebra, MATH 110, 113 or higher level Math- 3 hours
Financial Accounting, ACCTG 201 – 3 hours

Student Recognition

At Kelce College of Business, students are encouraged to be engaged in the learning process and their future careers in business. In addition to awards based on high quality classroom work, we recognize students who show innovative thinking and get involved, leaving behind a memorable impact on the college, student organizations, and the community. Here you will find the best and brightest students at Kelce and get a glimpse at what they are doing to improve their educational experience at Pittsburg State University.

Annual Awards Ceremony

Each spring, Kelce College of Business hosted its annual awards ceremony where students are awarded for their academic achievement and success.

Past Award Ceremonies

Beta Gamma Sigma

Beta Gamma Sigma is the international honor society serving business programs accredited by AACSB International - The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. Membership in Beta Gamma Sigma is the highest recognition a business student anywhere in the world can receive in a business program accredited by AACSB International.

Scholarship Information

All current and prospective students may apply for scholarships on-line at the PSU Office of Student Financial Assistance. Completed applications are due by February 1 each year. Learn more.

Click on the links below to learn about scholarships in the following degree program areas.

Accounting

Business Administration

Computer Information Systems

Economics, Finance and Banking

Management and Marketing

Kelce College of Business

Kelce Undergraduate School of Business

Graduate Assistantships

Graduate Assistantship opportunities may be available within the college, in each department, or university-wide. Graduate Assistantships are limited and granted on a competitive basis. To apply for a GA position in Kelce, check for vacancies at Gorillas4Hire.

Student Organizations

The Kelce College of Business has many opportunities for students to participate in student run organizations and extra curricular activities. There are several organizations designed to get students involved and allow them put their classroom knowledge to effective use while gaining experience in the process.

Study Abroad

To prepare for today’s global marketplace, all majors in the Kelce College of Business are encouraged to participate in one of the many Study Abroad opportunities available through our relationships with other institutions of higher learning around the world. Study Abroad programs can be pursued anytime during a program of study and can be relatively short or long in duration. Students should visit with their advisor about how to best incorporate an international experience into their individual plans.

Kelce faculty members often lead short-term faculty-led study abroad programs in the summer. These programs are available to all Pittsburg State University students and are specifically designed to enhance the business curriculum. For more information about these programs, please see the PSU Study Abroad website.

Additionally, business majors can study on longer summer or semester programs. Our partner universities offer programs in Finland, France, South Korea, and Taiwan. Numerous other opportunities are available to business majors through affiliate study abroad programs.

For more information about any of these programs or any other opportunities, please contact PSU Study Abroad located in 118 Whitesitt Hall.

The Students of the Gladys A. Kelce College of Business Pledge to:

Arrive on time, remain until dismissed at all class sessions, and notify instructors in advance of anticipated absences, late arrivals, or early departures whenever possible.
Turn off cell phones or other electronic devices while in class, unless permission to use them has been granted.
Refrain from class disturbances.
Refrain from use of profane or vulgar language in a threatening or disruptive manner.
Treat fellow students, staff, faculty, administrators, and property with respect.
Refrain from giving or receiving inappropriate assistance.
Prepare assignment and exams honestly, refraining from such unacceptable conduct as plagiarism or unacknowledged appropriation of another’s work in any academic work.
Obey the policies, regulations, and laws of the United States of America, the State of Kansas, The Kansas Board of Regents, Pittsburg State University, and the Gladys A. Kelce College of Business.
If a student observes someone committing dishonesty in connection with academic work, the student is encouraged to report that dishonesty to the appropriate individual (e.g., faculty member or administrator).

The Faculty of the Kelce College of Business Pledge:

TO be dedicated to providing a high quality learning experience for students.
TO create a learning environment that will enhance academic honesty among students.
TO encourage students to make ethical decisions.
TO respect students as individuals and fairly assess their academic achievements.
TO avoid the use of any student research for private gain without authorization of the student.
TO refrain from discriminating against a student based upon gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, disability, political belief or age.
TO conduct scholarly activities with intellectual honesty.
TO obey the policies, regulations, and laws of the United States of America, the State of Kansas, the Kansas Board of Regents and Pittsburg State University.

The Administrators and Administrative Staff of the Kelce College of Business Pledge:

TO be dedicated to providing a high quality learning experience for students.
TO be dedicated to providing a teaching environment that is supportive.
TO interpret accurately and in a fair manner all policies and administrative regulations as they relate to faculty and staff.
TO maintain the confidentiality of privileged information.
TO maintain professional relationships with those that administrators supervise, free from intimidation and disparagement.
TO refrain from making professional decisions based upon personal gain or favors.
TO refrain from discriminating against anyone based only upon sex, race, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, disability, political belief or age.
TO improve professional administrative knowledge.
TO obey the policies, regulations, and laws of the United States of America, The State of Kansas, The Kansas Board of Regents and Pittsburg State University.
TO assist and extend professional courtesy to all colleagues.
TO engage in conduct both during service to the university and in private life that would provide a professional role model.

Violation may affect performance appraisal and continuation of position decisions.