The Admissions Story Hub

Every student has their “why” for choosing Kent State. Maybe it’s our rigorous academics, vibrant student life, beautiful campus or our immaculate record of graduate success. Hear why our current students decided to call KSU their home.

From as far as 3,000 miles away in Alaska to as close as a short, 15-minute drive from Akron, the Class of 2027 comes from far and wide to be one thing: a Kent State Golden Flash.

Hear from students and alumni of our 11 colleges talk about their experience in their college; with over 370 prestigious undergraduate programs all offering innovative hands-on opportunities, state-of-the-art facilities and professional growth, there is a lot to talk about!

Dive into in-depth student stories that explore six KSU hot topics: student research opportunities, study abroad experiences, life on the Kent Campus, award-winning downtown Kent, hands-on experiences and landing a dream job after graduation.

Sit back and watch a playlist about all things Kent State – from the student experience to the power of our welcoming and diverse campus, you'll get just a taste of what it is like to be a Golden Flash.