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Enrollment Deposit

How much is KSU's enrollment deposit?

Kent State University requires a deposit of $150 to confirm your enrollment.



National Rank

20.30%

Kent State University is in the top 20.30% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.

State Rank

28.30%

Kent State University is in the top 28.30% of colleges in the state of Ohio for deposit cost. 14.29% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.

Type Rank

32.10%

Kent State University is in the top 32.10% of Public, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 37.66% ofpublic colleges do not require a deposit.

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Student Population

Kent State University educates a diverse community of 25,854 students, with 20,418 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 5,436 engaged in advanced graduate studies.


Total Enrollment

25,854


Total Undergraduates

20,418

Total Graduates

5,436


Full-Time vs Part-Time

77% Full-Time

23% Part-Time

Admissions

The admission process at Kent State University has a 88% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $50. Kent State University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 1100 and the average ACT score is 21.


Acceptance Rate

88%


Application Fee

$50

How Do I Apply to Kent State University?

You can apply to Kent State University by going to the official application page and paying the $50 application fee.


SAT

Students submitting SAT

20%

Total Score

400

1600

9901220

Reading and Writing

200

800

490620

Math

200

800

500600

ACT

Students submitting ACT

59%

Composite Score

0

36

1825

English

0

36

1724

Math

0

36

1725

Location

Located in Kent, OH, Kent State University offers students a suburban experience with all the advantages of proximity to urban amenities.


City

Kent


County

Portage County


State

Ohio


Country

United States


Urbanization

Suburb: Large

About

Kent State University features a student-focused approach with a 19 : 1 student-faculty ratio, values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.


Student-to-Faculty Ratio

19 : 1


Religious Affiliation

None


Division in Athletics

NCAA


Sector

Public, 4-year or above


Cost

Kent State University makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $19,046 with 86% of students receiving financial assistance including 30% benefiting from Pell Grants.


Average Net Price

$19,046


Received Aid

86%


Pell Recipients

30%


Combined Sticker Price

In-State: $12,846

Out-of-State: $22,316

Demographics

The Kent State University student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 81% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.


Gender
Men
7,723 (38%)
Women
12,695 (62%)

Undergraduate Ages
Under 18
1,074 (5%)
18-19
7,523 (37%)
20-21
7,125 (35%)
22-24
3,043 (15%)
Over 25
1,653 (8%)

Outcomes

Kent State University prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 19% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.


Graduation Rate

19%

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