Kent State University at Ashtabula

It is not competitive to get into Kent State University at Ashtabula. The acceptance rate at Kent State University at Ashtabula is 93%. Last year, 307 students applied to Kent State University at Ashtabula and 284 were admitted.

If you are considering submitting an application to Kent State University at Ashtabula, the regular decision application deadline is August 1 and there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

Students who submit their applications to Kent State University at Ashtabula for fall semester should anticipate a decision by September 1.

Kent State University at Ashtabula Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of Kent State University at Ashtabula's admissions stats.

Kent State University at Ashtabula 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.2
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	7.29%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	3%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	72%
Waitlist	No

Kent State University at Ashtabula Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Kent State University at Ashtabula.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	8 1	September 1

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Considering Applying Early to Kent State University at Ashtabula?

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Kent State University at Ashtabula does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ Explore a list of some selective colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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Transferring to Kent State University at Ashtabula

Transfer student admissions is not competitive.

For Students Waitlisted to Kent State University at Ashtabula

Kent State University at Ashtabula has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Kent State University at Ashtabula Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are given the most weight in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the areas where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at Kent State University at Ashtabula

Curious about the factors that are considered by Kent State University at Ashtabula during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Application Essay	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Academic GPA	Considered
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Considered

Make sure to check with Kent State University at Ashtabula for more information on admission factors.

Kent State University at Ashtabula Application Requirements

To apply to Kent State University at Ashtabula, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with Kent State University at Ashtabula's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	–	–
Interview	–	–	–	–
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Standardized Test Scores	–	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Kent State University at Ashtabula?

Students admitted to Kent State University at Ashtabula have an average unweighted GPA of 3.2.

Out of all students that were admitted, 85.71% submitted a class rank. At Kent State University at Ashtabula 7.29% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 31.25% were in the top 25% and 55.21% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Kent State University at Ashtabula, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	9.01%
3.75 and 3.99	12.61%
3.50 and 3.74	17.12%
3.25 and 3.49	8.11%
3.00 and 3.24	10.81%
2.50 and 2.9	26.13%
2.00 and 2.49	13.51%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Kent State University at Ashtabula directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Kent State University at Ashtabula is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 3% of Kent State University at Ashtabula's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 72% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Kent State University at Ashtabula?

To be competitive with other Kent State University at Ashtabula applicants, you should strive to earn between 900 and 1183 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Kent State University at Ashtabula 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1183 and 25% of scored lower than 900, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Kent State University at Ashtabula students scored 593 or higher and 75% of students scored 540 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Kent State University at Ashtabula students scored 590 or higher, and 75% scored a 540 or higher.

To be most competitive at Kent State University at Ashtabula, you should strive to earn between 15 and 22 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 22 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Kent State University at Ashtabula's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 22, and three out of four students scored lower than 22 on the ACT.

A 15 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Kent State University at Ashtabula students. Only one out of every four students scored below 15.

More Information on Transferring to Kent State University at Ashtabula

For transfer students, it is not competitive to get admitted to Kent State University at Ashtabula. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Kent State University at Ashtabula during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Kent State University at Ashtabula Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Kent State University at Ashtabula?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Kent State University at Ashtabula.

Does Kent State University at Ashtabula accept transfer credits?

✅ Kent State University at Ashtabula accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Kent State University at Ashtabula accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does Kent State University at Ashtabula accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Kent State University at Ashtabula accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Kent State University at Ashtabula?

❌ No, Kent State University at Ashtabula is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you should strongly consider submitting them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is Kent State University at Ashtabula's acceptance rate?

✅ Kent State University at Ashtabula has an acceptance rate of 93%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Kent State University at Ashtabula?

❌ Kent State University at Ashtabula does not offer early decision.

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