Kent State University
800, Kent, Ohio | Founded: 1910 | Public, University | School ID: 000245 | Visit University
Why Kent State University | Scholarship Details | University Accreditation/ Recognition
About
Founded in 1910, Kent State University is a public research university in Kent, Ohio. The institution is state-supported and among the public universities in Ohio, and it is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission to assure its high value academics. Kent State is renowned for excellence in research, student support, and global education, which makes the institution one of the top choices among public U.S. universities.
With over 41,000 enrollments within the institution, Kent State makes sure that the academic environment is indeed vibrant and welcoming for all; in addition, it attracts more than 3,000 international students worldwide. Providing the Global Scholarship, which funds tuition for undergraduate international students based on academic merit, Kent State provides financial aid up to a waiver of $15,000. That shows the commitment of Kent State to the global higher education community and its concern to make sure accessibility of the highest quality is guaranteed to students coming from various parts of the world.
Features
Why Kent State University
- It is located in a vibrant town with easy access to cultural events, arts, and natural scenic areas.
- Offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs through nine campuses.
- It has research centers for specialization in very many areas, including liquid crystals, advanced materials, and public health.
- Provides career counseling, internships, and extensive study abroad opportunities.
- Also provides health services, counseling, and over 400 student organizations for an assistive campus environment.
Scholarship Details
Global Scholarship
The Kent State University Global Scholarship is designed for international undergraduate students who demonstrate academic excellence. This scholarship provides financial assistance to eligible students from outside the United States, helping to reduce the cost of tuition for those pursuing a degree at Kent State.
| High School or College GPA (Out of 4.0, U.S. GPA) | Annual Scholarship (Renewable) |
| Admitted to Honors College | $15,000 + Honors Scholarship ($2000) |
| 3.70+ | $12,000 |
| 3.6-3.69 | $10,000 |
| 3.5-3.59 | $7,000 |
| 3.49 and below | $4,300 |
University Accreditation/ Recognition
Kent State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, a member of the North Central Association, assuring that this guarantee would show the academic standard level and verify certain regional and national recognition. Kent State has also been granted specialized accreditation or approval for a number of individual programs: the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET for the quality of its engineering programs, and the National Association of Schools of Art and Design for its art and design programs. Other accreditations include the American Veterinary Medical Association for veterinary programs, the National League for Nursing for nursing programs, and approval from the Ohio Board of Nursing Education and Nurse Registration-all these together set out Kent State's commitment to industry standard and quality education across diverse fields.
Location
800, Kent, Ohio
Financials
| Descriptions | Subtotal |
|---|---|
| Avg Cost of Tuition/Year | USD 21,702 |
| Cost of Living/Year | USD 13,425 |
| *Application Fee |
USD 0 - USD 70
*Charged once per application |
| Estimated Total/Year | USD 35,127 |
