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Public, 4-Year
North Canton, OH

Kent State University at Stark

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in OH. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$7,272

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

N/A

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

23.9%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$45,388

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Kent State University at Stark is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in North Canton, OH. With a competitive tuition profile of $7,272, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 23.9% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$29,088

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

1.9 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$15,388

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$124,792

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$278,672

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 24%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Kent State University at Stark is $24,500.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
64.0%
35.9%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
79.1%
Black
8.2%
Two or more
4.5%
Hispanic
4.3%
Unknown
1.7%
Asian
1.4%
International
0.7%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.1%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$7,272

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$8,024
$30k - $48k$9,366
$48k - $75k$12,043
$75k+$14,275

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$24,500
Pell Grant Recipients29.0%
Using Federal Loans36.2%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment47.1%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

53.1%

Success

23.9%

In-State Cost

$7,272

Age 25+ Students

17.7%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie 14

Working at 6yr

10,766 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
North Canton (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
North Canton (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.