Kent State University at Ashtabula is proud to belong to the Kent State University’s eight-campus system, among the largest in the country. Kent State is highly ranked by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching for its distinguished researches. One of them is the Liquid Crystal Institute for its research on technology used in calculators, laptops and flat screens televisions worldwide.
For more than 50 years, this regional campus continues to enhance and preserve its legacy through civil discourse and respect for diverse beliefs. It would be great to be a part of its diverse community where academic, innovative and creative pursuits are carry out together by students and faculty as discoverers, learners and creators.
You can choose from its broad offering of Bachelor Degrees, Associate Degrees, Nursing and Allied Health Programs, Professional Completion Programs, and Certificate programs. Conveniently without leaving the Ashtabula Campus, you can have the quality affordable education to complete all the required coursework or take the preliminary steps for any undergraduate programs at Kent State University. All of these options are lead by its experienced high-credentialed faculty and supportive community which offers personalized academic advising, flash alerts- a text notification system for emergency situations, CARE team and more.
And you’ll surely love the Ashtabula campus! It has a friendly, casual atmosphere of a small liberal arts college which serves the regional needs of Northeast Ohio. Aside from its various educational options, you can enjoy the sight of Lake Erie anywhere inside the campus, attend free indoor and outdoor classical concerts and sipped wine on its lawns. And for summer and school breaks, a resort town and beaches are just minutes away for leisure.
What are you waiting for? Earn a degree from one of the best colleges in Ohio; enroll now at Kent State University at Ashtabula!
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $10,000. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. There is also a $40 application fee for those applying to a program. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are:
- In-State Tuition: $5,700-$6,800
- Nonresident Student Tuition: $14,000-$16,640
- Charges for part-time students are:
- In-State: $260-$310 per unit
- Out-of-State: $620-$740 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 94% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 86% | $3,822 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 70% | $5,099 |
Admissions, Academics, & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Kent State University at Ashtabula may offer services to students like those listed below:
- Online course work available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Counseling assistance
- Work study style employment
- Employment search assistance
Graduation & Transfer Rates
Students who attend a community college will be able to choose from a variety of programs that will lead to an associate's degree or transfer to a four year institution. The following list shows graduation and transfer-out rates for this school compared to community colleges in Ohio, which can be useful for determining which community college to attend.
| Kent State University at Ashtabula | Ashtabula County | Ohio | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 11.3% | - | 18.2% |
| Transfer-out Rate | 17.7% | - | 21.4% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Program
- Accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association, Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (since 2006)
- Radiology Technician Program
- Accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (since 2010)
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Kent State University at Ashtabula by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
Business and Marketing Studies
- Commerce (A, C)
- Bookkeeping (A)
- Administrative Assistant (A)
- Hospitality Administration and Management (C)
- Entrepreneurship
- Insurance
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Programming, Specific Applications (A)
- Computer and Information Systems Security (C)
- Data Entry and Microcomputer Applications (C)
- Computer Systems Analyst (C)
Education
Engineering
Engineering Technology
- Mechanical Technology Technician (A)
Family and Consumer Sciences
- Human Development, Family Studies
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (A)
- Physical Therapist Assistant (A)
- Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) (A)
- Respiratory Therapy (A)
- Health and Medical Administrative Services (A)
- Radiology Technician (A)
- Healthcare Administration
Liberal Arts and Sciences
Natural Resources and Conservation
- Urban Forestry
Security and Protective Services
- Criminal Justice (A)
Other Community Colleges Nearby
The list of nearby schools has been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Kent State University at Ashtabula.
- Kent State University at Geauga in Burton, OH (33 miles away)
- Kent State University at Trumbull in Warren, OH (42 miles away)
- Kent State University at Salem in Salem, OH (71 miles away)
- Kent State University at Stark in Canton, OH (78 miles away)
- Kent State University at East Liverpool in East Liverpool, OH (89 miles away)