Overview
Enrollment
Kent State University at Kent, located in Kent, Ohio, is a public research institution established in 1910. Situated within proximity to major urban centers, it is less than an hour?s drive from both Cleveland and Akron. The campus is characterized by its blend of traditional, modern, and postmodern architecture and offers a range of student housing options, including residence halls and apartment-style living. Kent State serves as an educational hub for a diverse student body and provides a broad spectrum of undergraduate and graduate programs, with notable emphasis on aeronautics, nursing, and business. The university operates with a more selective admissions process. While Kent State supports a variety of NCAA Division I sports teams, known as the Golden Flashes, the university particularly stands out in the realms of fashion and aeronautics education rather than athletic conquests.
In the most recent statistical year 20,369 prospective students applied, and 17,929 were granted admission. Of those admitted 4,281 enrolled in the school. 19,791 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 6,063 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $12,304 plus fees of $160. Kent State is ranked 839 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Kent State is rated within the lower 38% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Kent State University at Kent within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#839 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#316 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#36 in Best Colleges in Ohio
#9 in Best Public Colleges in Ohio
#85 in Best Value Colleges in Ohio
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 990/1220 |
| ACT | 18/25 |
| GPA | 3.61 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Aug 1, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $50 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Ohio Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $160 |
| Room and Board | $12,676 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,514 |
| Total One Year Cost | $30,854 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $160 |
| Room and Board | $12,676 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,514 |
| Total One Year Cost | $39,960 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 21% |
| Health Professions | 14% |
| Education | 10% |
| Communication | 8% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 7% |
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Questions and Answers
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Last updated February 24, 2024