Kent State University at Kent is a four-year, public school located in Kent, OH. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.

The Kent State University at Kent's 2024 tuition & fees is $11,767 for Ohio residents and $20,880 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 86% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $9,147.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 25,854 and the students to faculty ratio is 19 to 1 (5.26%).

Kent State University at Kent's acceptance rate is 87.00% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 22.00%. The median SAT scores is 1110 and the ACT socre is 21.

Kent State University at Kent ranked 178th in National Universities and 12nd in Ohio Colleges rankings. Kent State University at Kent is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Kent State University at Kent is $11,767 for in-state students and $20,880 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $12,483 for in-state students and $23,352 for out-of-state students.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $12,175 for Ohio residents and $21,490 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $12,909 for Ohio residents and $24,213 for out-of-state students.

In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$11,767$20,880
Graduate$12,483$23,352
In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$12,175$21,490
Graduate$12,909$24,213

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


Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »87.00% Acceptance Rate / 22.00% Yield
Test Scores »1,110 SAT / 21 ACT
Graduation Rate »64%
Transfer-out Rate6%
Retention Rate78%(full-time), 60% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio5.26% (19 to 1)
Student Population »25,854 (20,418 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$9,147

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

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

Kent State University at Kent 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 Kent State University at Kent
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy, 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' childrenYes

Kent State University at Kent Directory Information

AddressExecutive Office, 2nd Floor Library, Kent, OH 44242-0001
Phone330-672-3000
WEBSchool's Website
AdmissionAdmission Information
Online ApplicationApply Online
Financial AidDeadlines and Applications
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Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, public
Carnegie CategoryResearch University (very high research activity)
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

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