KENT STATE UNIVERSITY - KENT CAMPUS (KSU)

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  • Kent, OH 44242
  • OPEID College Code: 00305100
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  • General Phone: (330) 672-3000
  • President: Dr. Lester Lefton
  • Type: Public, 4-Year or Above
  • Calendar System: Semester
  • Highest Degree: Doctoral - Research
  • Local Area: Large Suburb
  • Student Enrollment: 25,127
  • College Alias: KSU
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Kent State University is a public research university, and one of the largest university's in the state of Ohio, comprised of eight campuses. Kent State offers high-quality bachelor's degree programs, as well as innovative graduate studies and research at the master's and doctoral degree levels. The Kent Campus is the university's main location, which offers on-campus housing and state-of-the-art facilities. Kent State's seven other campuses, located throughout Northeastern Ohio, are small liberal arts colleges. These regional campuses offer associate and bachelor's degrees, many with a technical or vocational focus, along with a few select graduate programs.

 

Kent State University offers 255 academic programs at the bachelor's degree level, 39 programs at the master's degree level and 21 programs at the doctoral level.  KSU has an award-winning faculty, with many renowned scholars and researchers leading programs in its institutes, centers and research departments. The KSU Liquid Crystal Institute leads research in technologies that are used around the world in laptops, flat screen televisions and calculators. Among KSU's notable alumni are 11 Pulitzer Prize winners who completed their studies at Kent State's School of Journalism and Mass Communication.

 

History 

Kent State University was founded as a teacher training school called "Kent State Normal School" in Kent, Ohio in 1910.  Sixty years later, in May of 1970, Kent State University made international headlines when a violent on-campus student demonstration held in protest of the Vietnam War drew gunfire from law enforcement that killed four Kent State students. In the years since that time, many events and memorials have been established on campus to honor those who died. 

 

Academics 

The academic calendar for KSU follows the semester format, with fall and spring semesters, and multiple shorter summer "sessions."

 

Colleges, Schools and Programs 

  • College of Architecture and Environmental Design
  • College of the Arts
  • College of Arts and Sciences
  • College of Business Administration
  • College of Communication and Information
  • Office of Continuing and Distance Education
  • College and Graduate School of Education, Health and Human Services
  • College of Nursing
  • College of Public Health
  • College of Technology
  • School of Digital Sciences
  • Honors College 

 

Interdisciplinary Programs

  • Biomedical Sciences
  • Financial Engineering
  • Information Architecture and Knowledge Management 

 

Other Programs 

  • Aerospace Studies/Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corp (AFROTC)
  • Military Science/Army Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC)
  • Police Academy 

 

Regional College Programs 

  • Research and Sponsored Programs
  • Graduate Studies
  • Undergraduate Studies

 

Student Life 

Kent State is known for its student involvement, both historically and in recent years, and currently offers more than 200 student organizations for student participation. Student activities and organizations include everything from leadership programs, to community service, cultural awareness, sororities and fraternities, arts and theatre, sports and fitness, and more. 

 

KSU student services include health and wellness services, housing, transportation, dining options, and a career services center, among others.

 

Traditions 

The school colors for KSU are blue and gold. The school motto at sporting events is "get your gold on." The KSU mascot is "Flash," a Golden Eagle, and the sports teams are referred to as the "Golden Flash."

 

Athletics 

The "Golden Flash" athletic teams of KSU compete in several intercollegiate sports, including: 

 

Men's Sports:

  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Cross Country
  • Field Hockey
  • Football
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Track and Field
  • Wrestling 

 

Women's Sports:

  • Basketball
  • Cross Country
  • Field Hockey
  • Golf
  • Gymnastics
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Track and Field
  • Volleyball

 

Satellite Campuses 

In addition to its main Kent Campus, Kent State University has seven satellite campuses in the Northeastern Ohio region, including campuses at Ashtabula, East Liverpool, Geauga, Salem, Stark, Trumbull and Tuscarawas.

 

Community Life 

The city of Kent, Ohio is one of the largest cities in the county. It has been nicknamed "Tree City, USA," for its abundance of trees, parks and gardens. Located 10 miles east of Akron along the Cuyahoga River, Kent has the ambiance of a small town, but the amenities of a big city. The "Festival of Trees" is one of many festivals held in the city throughout the year. 

 

There are many longtime businesses in Kent, including the world headquarters for many Fortune 500 companies. The city is named for Marvin Kent, who established major railroad stops in the city, which fostered its growth and prosperity in the late 1800s.

 
    Student Services
  • Remedial Services Offered
  • Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
  • Employment Services Offered
  • Placement Services For Graduates Offered
  • On-Campus Day Care Available
    Special Learning Opportunities
  • Distance Learning Opportunities
  • Study Abroad Opportunities
  • Weekend / Evening Classes Available
  • Teaching K-12 Certification Offered
  • State Approved for Certification
  • ROTC
  • Army Air Force
    Mission Statement
  • Kent State University's Mission Statement
    The mission of Kent State University is to prepare students for responsible citizenship and productive careers, broaden intellectual perspectives and foster ethical and humanitarian values. Our faculty and staff are engaged in teaching, research, creative expression, service and partnerships that address the needs of a complex and changing world. Kent State's eight-campus network, anchored by the largest residential campus in the region, serves as a key resource for economic, social, cultural and technological advancement. Kent State is a supportive and inclusive learning community devoted to teaching excellence and academic freedom. By discovering and sharing knowledge in a broad array of graduate and undergraduate programs, Kent State University meets the dynamic needs of a global society.
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Accreditation
  • North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission
    Facilities and Programs Offered
  • Library Available
    College Carnegie Classifications
  • Basic Classification
  • Research Universities (High Research Activity)
  • Undergraduate Classification
  • Professions Plus Arts & Sciences, High Graduate Coexistence
  • Graduate Classification
  • Comprehensive Doctoral (No Medical/Veterinary)
  • Undergraduate Profile Classification
  • Full-Time Four-Year, Selective, Lower Transfer-In
  • Enrollment Classification
  • High Undergraduate
  • Size Classification
  • Large Four-Year, Primarily Residential
 
 
 
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    Admission Fees Fall 2008
  • Undergraduate Application Fee: $30.00
  • Graduate Application Fee: $30.00
 
    College Credits Accepted
  • Dual Credit
  • AP Credit
    Applicant Considerations
  • High School or Secondary School GPA
  • Required
  • High School or Secondary School Rank
  • Recommended
  • High School or Secondary School Record
  • Required
  • College Preparatory Program Completion
  • Recommended
  • Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...)
  • Required
  • TOEFL
  • Recommended
 
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2008
 MaleFemaleTotal
Number of Applicants5,2038,07413,277
Number Granted Admission (%)3,692 (71%)6,116 (76%)9,808 (74%)
Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%)1,473 (40%)2,304 (38%)3,777 (39%)
 
Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2008
 NumberPercent (%)
SAT ® Exam1,27934%
ACT ® Exam3,21085%
 
Enrolled Students Test Scores Fall 2008
 25th Percentile75th Percentile
SAT ® Critical Reading450580
SAT ® Math450570
SAT ® Writing--
 
ACT ® Composite1924
ACT ® English1825
ACT ® Math1924
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
    Financial Aid Links and Information
  • Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 90%
 
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
 LoanFederal GrantState/Local GrantInstitutional Grant
(%) of Students Receiving67%28%21%59%
Avg Amount Receiving$6,670$3,992$1,845$4,346
 
Federal Loan Default Rates
 200820072006
Default Rate (%)6.0%5.5%5.0%
Number in Default480447414
Number in Repayment7,9618,0638,269
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
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The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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2009-102008-092007-08
Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses
In-District Tuition and Fees$8,726$8,430$8,430
In-State Tuition and Fees$8,726$8,430$8,430
Out of State Tuition and Fees$16,418$15,862$15,862
Books and Supplies$1,280$1,200$1,140
 
Housing Expenses
On Campus
Room and Board$7,940$7,500$7,200
Other Expenses$3,974$4,270$4,250
 
Total Expenses
On Campus
In-District$21,920$21,400$21,020
In-State$21,920$21,400$21,020
Out of State$29,612$28,832$28,452
Off Campus
In-District$10,006$9,630$9,570
In-State$10,006$9,630$9,570
Out of State$17,698$17,062$17,002
Off Campus with Family
In-District$10,006$9,630$9,570
In-State$10,006$9,630$9,570
Out of State$17,698$17,062$17,002
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
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The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
 CertificateBachelorMasterDoctor
Architecture
Architecture-7648-
Urban Planning--9-
 
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Animal Physiology---1
Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other-38--
Biology-79--
Biotechnology-1--
Botany, Plant Biology-11-
Cell Biology and Anatomical Sciences, Other--110
Ecology--14
Zoology and Animal Biology-18--
 
Business and Marketing Studies
Accounting-128252
Actuarial Science--9-
Business Administration-324931
Business Economics-236-
Fashion Merchandising-151--
Finance-67-3
International Business17---
Marketing-136-2
 
Communications and Journalism
Advertising-25--
Communication-17512
Journalism-4412-
Photo Journalism-17--
Public Relations-24--
Radio and Television-28--
 
Computer and Information Sciences
Computer Systems Analysis-58148
Information Science Studies--11-
 
Education
Art Teacher Education-235-
Bilingual and Multilingual Education4---
Counseling and Guidance Services--247
Curriculum and Instruction--3715
Early Childhood Education-687-
Education-40--
Education, Other--162
Education, Teaching Individuals with Speech or Language Impairments3---
Educational Administration, Other--523
Educational Assessment, Testing and Measurement--452
Educational and Instructional Media Design--11-
Health Teacher Education-871
Higher Education Administration7-422
Mathematics Teacher Education-2412-
Music Teacher Education-1111
Physical Education-61-4
Reading Teacher Education--73-
Science Teacher Education-4--
Secondary Education--29-
Social Studies Teacher Education-32--
Special Education Teaching-58663
Teaching English As Second Language Instructor18101-
Technology Teacher Education Teacher Education-5--
Trade and Industrial Teacher Education-713-
Middle School Education-64--
 
Engineering
Engineering-14333-
Industrial Engineering-4--
 
English Language and Literature
Creative Writing--3-
English Language and Literature-149182
English Language and Literature, Letters, Other---3
 
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
African-American Studies-3--
 
Family and Consumer Sciences
Human Development and Family Studies-762-
Nutrition and Wellness Studies18510-
 
Foreign Languages and Literature
French Language and Literature-34-
German Language and Literature-3--
Language Interpretation and Translation--21-
Russian Language and Literature-1--
Sign Language Interpretation and Translation-5--
Spanish Language and Literature-111-
 
Health and Clinical Professions
Adult Health Nursing1---
Athletic Training-12--
Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology-33359
Clinical Laboratory Science-1--
Health Preparatory Programs, Other-39--
Nursing-340654
Nursing, Other7---
Pre-Dentistry Studies----
Pre-Medicine, Pre-Medical Studies----
Psychiatric, Mental Health Nurse1---
Public Health, Community Nurse--2-
 
History
History-5561
 
Interdisciplinary Studies
Neuroscience--1-
Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution-12--
 
Legal Professions and Studies
Paralegal-6--
 
Liberal Arts and Sciences
General Studies-106--
Liberal Arts--4-
Liberal Arts, Other6---
Humanistic Studies-1--
 
Library Science
Library Science, Librarianship--248-
 
Mathematics and Statistics
Applied Mathematics--11
Mathematics-544
 
Natural Resources and Conservation
Natural Resources, Conservation-15--
 
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Philosophy-93-
 
Physical Sciences
Chemical Physics--15
Chemistry-1834
Geology and Earth Science-2310-
Physics-768
 
Psychology
Clinical Psychology--115
Community Psychology--34-
Counseling Psychology--10-
Educational Psychology--31
Experimental Psychology--37
Psychology-247--
School Psychology--351
 
Public Administration and Social Services
Public Administration--5-
 
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Health and Physical Education--38-
Parks and Recreation Management-41--
Sport and Fitness Administration, Management-21--
 
Security and Protective Services
Criminal Justice-16214-
 
Social Sciences
Anthropology-133-
Geography-2462
International Relations and Affairs-24--
Political Science-5415
Sociology-2642
 
Transportation and Materials Moving
Aviation-41--
 
Visual and Performing Arts
Art History-132-
Commercial and Advertising Art-454-
Commercial Photography-7--
Dance-12--
Drama62816-
Fashion and Apparel Design-24--
Interior Design-35--
Music-10--
Music History, Literature, and Theory--12
Music Performance--19-
Music Theory and Composition--12
Painting-246-
Visual and Performing Arts-17--
Craft Design, Folk Art and Artisanry-189-
 
 
    Overall Student Enrollment
  • Total Student Enrollment: 25,127
  • Undergraduate: 19,918 Graduate: 5,209
    Student Gender
  • Total Student Gender
  • Male: 10,024 Female: 15,103
  • Undergraduate Gender
  • Male: 8,338 Female: 11,580
  • Graduate Gender
  • Male: 1,686 Female: 3,523
    Student Attendance
  • Total Student Attendance
  • Full-Time: 20,286 Part-Time: 4,841
  • Undergraduate Attendance
  • Full-Time: 17,610 Part-Time: 2,308
  • Graduate Attendance
  • Full-Time: 2,676 Part-Time: 2,533
Student Race Breakdown
 NumberPercent
Non-Resident Alien1,0854%
American Indian1180.5%
Black2,0198%
Asian3992%
Hispanic4492%
White20,22780%
Unknown8303%
 
Student Age Breakdown
 NumberPercent
Age Under 181820.7%
Ages 18-196,11424%
Ages 20-216,54126%
Ages 22-245,47222%
Ages 25-292,88611%
Ages 30-341,3125%
Ages 35-398563%
Ages 40-491,1274%
Ages 50-656132%
Age Over 65230.09%
Age Unknown1-
Employee Type Breakdown
 TotalFull-TimePart-Time
Total Employees3,7982,864934
Faculty Status1,245976269
Tenured Faculty55553817
Graduate Assistants1,019-1,019
Instruction, Research and/or Public Service1,568886682
Primarily Instruction907225682
Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial4714656
Other Professionals722614108
Technical and/or Paraprofessional1,037899138
Clerical And Secretarial509402107
Skilled Crafts7575-
Service and/or Maintenance38335924
 
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
 TotalMaleFemale
9/10 Month Contract
All Faculty$72,146 (841)$80,210 (432)$63,628 (409)
Professor$103,626 (188)$107,139 (141)$93,087 (47)
Associate Professor$74,626 (222)$76,010 (119)$73,026 (103)
Assistant Professor$61,297 (306)$63,699 (144)$59,163 (162)
Instructor$44,544 (38)$43,416 (7)$44,799 (31)
Lecturer$48,952 (79)$48,694 (21)$49,046 (58)
 
11/12 Month Contract
All Faculty$67,014 (45)$70,823 (19)$64,231 (26)
Professor$113,140 (5)$128,103 (2)$103,164 (3)
Associate Professor$77,383 (10)$81,339 (5)$73,426 (5)
Assistant Professor$56,574 (25)$56,061 (9)$56,862 (16)
Lecturer$52,354 (5)$59,392 (3)$41,797 (2)
 
Equated 9 Month Contract
All Faculty$71,266 (886)$79,272 (451)$62,966 (435)
Professor$103,340 (193)$107,107 (143)$92,567 (50)
Associate Professor$74,138 (232)$75,628 (124)$72,427 (108)
Assistant Professor$60,164 (331)$62,650 (153)$58,027 (178)
Instructor$44,544 (38)$43,416 (7)$44,799 (31)
Lecturer$48,588 (84)$48,682 (24)$48,551 (60)
Overall Athletic Team Information
  • Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (Ncaa)
 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
Athlete Student Aid
Total Aid$5,063,800$3,062,734$2,001,066
Ratio (%)100%60%40%
 
Participants
All Athletes323185138
Unduplicated Athletes323185138
Baseball2626-
Basketball241311
All Track Combined582830
Field Hockey21-21
Football8484-
Golf1596
Gymnastics12-12
Soccer25-25
Softball21-21
Volleyball12-12
Wrestling2525-
 
Coaches Salaries
Head Coaches-$114,682$75,536
Assistant Coaches-$35,546$27,627
 
Coaches
All Coaches643331
Baseball33-
Head Coaches11-
Assistant Coaches22-
Basketball844
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches633
All Track Combined1266
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches1055
Field Hockey3-3
Head Coaches1-1
Assistant Coaches2-2
Football1515-
Head Coaches11-
Assistant Coaches1414-
Golf624
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches413
Gymnastics4-4
Head Coaches1-1
Assistant Coaches3-3
Soccer3-3
Head Coaches1-1
Assistant Coaches2-2
Softball3-3
Head Coaches1-1
Assistant Coaches2-2
Volleyball4-4
Head Coaches1-1
Assistant Coaches3-3
Wrestling33-
Head Coaches11-
Assistant Coaches22-
    Retention Rates
  • Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 78%
  • Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 55%
Graduation Rates
 (%) of Entering Class
Overall
All Students49%
 
By Gender
Male45%
Female52%
 
By Race
Non-Resident Alien42%
American Indian44%
Black34%
Asian71%
Hispanic51%
White51%
Unknown47%
 
By Years Prior to Graduation
4 Years or Less24%
5 Years44%
6 Years49%
Crime Statistics
 2007-082006-07
Arrests
Residence Hall
Drug Related5164
Liquor Related3233
On Campus
Weapons Related2-
Drug Related107107
Liquor Related166143
 
Criminal Offenses
Residence Hall
Forcible Rape2-
Burglary1725
On Campus
Forcible Rape21
Robbery3-
Aggravated Assault2-
Burglary1931
Vehicle Theft-2
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