Kent State University at Kent
Public university · Kent, OH · 19,320 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
86%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
1010–1240
ACT (middle 50%)
18–25
Average net price
$20,294
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$31,458
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
51%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Kent State University at Kent?
Kent State University at Kent accepts about 86 of every 100 applicants (86%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1010 and 1240 on the SAT. A score at or above 1240 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1010, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 18–25.
The latest federal data says Kent State University at Kent is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Kent State University at Kent's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Kent State University at Kent cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $31,458 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $20,294 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $13,628 for OH residents and $23,791 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$13,628
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$23,791
- Room & board$14,063
- Total cost of attendance$31,458
- Average net price after grants$20,294
Popular majors
Business, Health Professions & Nursing, Visual & Performing Arts, Psychology, Education.
Kent State University at Kent FAQ
- What is Kent State University at Kent's acceptance rate?
- 86% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Kent State University at Kent?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1010–1240. Aim for 1240 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Kent State University at Kent?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 18–25.
- Is Kent State University at Kent test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Kent State University at Kent is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Kent State University at Kent's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Kent State University at Kent cost?
- About $31,458 a year before aid; $20,294 on average after grants.
- What is Kent State University at Kent's FAFSA school code?
- 003051. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Kent State University at Kent receives your information.
- What is Kent State University at Kent's graduation rate?
- 51% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Kent State University at Kent
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xavier UniversityCincinnati, OH | 86% | 1103–1310 | $31,905 | 71% |
| Heidelberg UniversityTiffin, OH | 86% | — | $22,046 | 61% |
| University of CincinnatiCincinnati, OH | 85% | 1160–1370 | $24,917 | 75% |
| Ohio UniversityAthens, OH | 85% | 1090–1290 | $20,666 | 65% |
| Otterbein UniversityWesterville, OH | 85% | — | $20,189 | 61% |
| Youngstown State UniversityYoungstown, OH | 84% | 1010–1230 | $9,161 | 53% |