Race & Ethnicity
Kent State University has a diverse student body with 22% students of color and 2% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
Kent State University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
Kent State University has a gender distribution of 62% female students and 38% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
30% of total enrollment
49% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Kent State University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 62% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 7% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
62%
Traditional Age (18-21)
7%
Non-Traditional (25+)
22%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Kent State University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 2% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 81% in-state residents, 17% out-of-state students, and 2% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
81% of student body
17% of student body
2% of student body
States Represented
45 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
22%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
62%
Female Students
Global Reach
2%
International
Age Diversity
7%
Non-Traditional Age