Kent State University At Kent

Kent State University is moderately difficult to get into. The acceptance rate at Kent State University is 88%. Out of 20,369 applications received in 2023, 17,929 students were offered admission.

If you are applying to Kent State University, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 8/1 and the fee for the application is $50.

Students who apply to Kent State University for fall semester should hear back from Kent State University by September 1.

Kent State University Admissions Stats at a Glance

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

Kent State University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.6
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	16.12%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	20%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	59%
Waitlist	No

Kent State University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Kent State University.

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?

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

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

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More on Kent State University Admissions

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Is Kent State University Challenging To Get Into?

It is moderately difficult to get into Kent State. Kent State evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2022, Kent State accepted 88% of all applicants, approximately 17,929 from 20,369 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Kent State, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT. Admissions to architecture, teacher education, fashion design and fashion merchandising, interior design, nursing, 6-year medical programs is program very difficult.

Transferring to Kent State University

It is not difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to Kent State University

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

What's Most Important for Getting Into Kent State University?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are are most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that put the most emphasis on the areas where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at Kent State University

What does Kent State University consider 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
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Interview	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered

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

Kent State University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Kent State University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with Kent State University'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?

Students admitted to Kent State University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.6.

Out of all students that were admitted, 52.16% submitted a class rank. At Kent State University 16.12% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 44.11% were in the top 25% and 78.73% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

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

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	23.19%
3.75 and 3.99	19.52%
3.50 and 3.74	18.62%
3.25 and 3.49	15.15%
3.00 and 3.24	12.97%
2.50 and 2.9	9.82%
2.00 and 2.49	0.57%

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 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 has a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 20% of Kent State University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 59% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Kent State University?

To be competitive with other Kent State University applicants, you should strive to score between 990 and 1210 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Kent State University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1210 and 25% of scored lower than 990, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Kent State University students scored 600 or higher and 75% of students scored 490 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Kent State University students scored 620 or higher, and 75% scored a 490 or higher.

To be most competitive at Kent State University, you should strive to earn between 18 and 25 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 25 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Kent State University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 25, and three out of four students scored lower than 25 on the ACT.

A 18 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Kent State University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 18.

More Information on Transferring to Kent State University

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

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

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Kent State University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Kent State University?

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

Does Kent State University accept transfer credits?

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

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

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

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

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

❌ No, Kent State University is test optional, so you can decide whether or not to submit your test scores. If you have higher than average scores, you may want to send them. If your scores are average or below average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is Kent State University's acceptance rate?

✅ Kent State University's acceptance rate is 88%.

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

❌ Kent State University does not offer early decision.

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