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Public, 4-Year
Kent, OH

Kent State University at Kent

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

Annual Tuition

$12,846

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

86.7%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

65.1%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$45,388

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Kent State University at Kent is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Kent, OH. With a competitive tuition profile of $12,846, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 65.1% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing500 – 620
20025th–75th percentile800
Math500 – 610
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite18 – 25
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

86.7%

Transfer-Out Rate1.1%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$51,384

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

3.3 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$15,388

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$102,496

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$256,376

Long-term projected return on your education investment

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 Kent is $24,500.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
62.1%
37.9%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
74.6%
Black
9.1%
Hispanic
4.5%
Two or more
4.1%
International
3.2%
Asian
2.3%
Unknown
1.9%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.2%
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

$12,846

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$14,912
$30k - $48k$15,386
$48k - $75k$16,772
$75k+$21,202

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$24,500
Pell Grant Recipients27.4%
Using Federal Loans49.9%
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

78.8%

Success

65.1%

In-State Cost

$12,846

Age 25+ Students

8.0%

Carnegie Class

R1: Doctoral — Very High Research

Working at 6yr

10,766 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

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

Property Crimes

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

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