Kent State University prepares students for the jobs of today and tomorrow in Ohio.

Kent State empowers students with the problem-solving skills and hands-on learning experiences that prepare them to contribute to our local communities and businesses in extraordinary ways. As one of the leading higher education institutions in the nation, Kent State develops graduates who are making an impact wherever they go – from their own street to Main Street, and throughout the state.

Kent State University. Works for Students. Works for Ohio.

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Drawn to healthcare as a child, Athalia James pursued that passion all the way to a fulfilling career in nursing. 

Kent State Graduates in Action

Our graduates are making a difference in the state of Ohio and all over the world. Their experiences locally and globally prepare them to take on the challenges of the Ohio economy and workforce. Our graduates are prepared, engaged and committed to a life of impact. They are qualified to take on those most in-demand jobs that support local businesses and expand critical industries throughout Ohio. See just a few of our stars making an impact in the state.

Architecture and Interior Design
Aviation

Kent State Graduates Fueling Aviation Job Growth in Northeast Ohio

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Fashion, Arts and Entertainment
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Creating Deep Partnerships with Industry Connections

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Are you a business or industry stakeholder who is interested in partnering with Kent State? Not only can we help you with research or makerspace projects, we can also support you in many other ways like:

  • Capstone Programs
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By the Numbers

Kent Alumni Impact

10K Kent State graduates more than 10,000 career-ready students each year, the most in Northern Ohio
273,500 More than 273,500 alumni live and work in more than 148 countries and all 88 counties in Ohio
84% 84% of Kent State graduates are employed or continuing their education

Kent State Gives Back to Ohio

1:10 Every dollar invested from the state's Share of Instruction Investment in Ohio generates nearly $10 to the state's economy.
3.4 Our graduates contribute $3.4 billion to the Ohio economy each year
63% 63% of all Kent State graduates find employment in Ohio upon graduation