Kennesaw State University (KSU) is a four-year, public school located in Kennesaw, GA. It is classified as Research University with high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R2 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R2 University comparison page.

The KSU's 2024 tuition & fees is $5,786 for Georgia residents and $17,040 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 83% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $6,569.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 43,190 and the students to faculty ratio is 22 to 1 (4.55%).

KSU's acceptance rate is 69.18% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 51.44%. The median SAT scores is 1120 and the ACT socre is 22.

KSU ranked 261st in National Universities and 4th in Georgia Colleges rankings. Kennesaw State University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Kennesaw State University is $5,786 for in-state students and $17,040 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $6,664 for in-state students and $20,524 for out-of-state students.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $5,786 for Georgia residents and $17,040 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $6,664 for Georgia residents and $20,524 for out-of-state students.

In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$5,786$17,040
Graduate$6,664$20,524
In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$5,786$17,040
Graduate$6,664$20,524

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.


Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »69.18% Acceptance Rate / 51.44% Yield
Test Scores »1,120 SAT / 22 ACT
Graduation Rate »46%
Transfer-out Rate26%
Retention Rate75%(full-time), 58% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio4.55% (22 to 1)
Student Population »43,190 (38,927 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$6,569

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

Kennesaw State University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.

Special Learning Opportunities at KSU
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy, NAVY, Air Force
Weekend/Evening CollegeYes
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenNo

Kennesaw State University Directory Information

Address1000 Chastain Rd, Kennesaw, GA 30144
Phone470-578-6000
WEBSchool's Website
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AthleticAthletic Team Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, public
Carnegie CategoryResearch University (high research activity)
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

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