Admitted Student Checklist
Congratulations, you’re in! Here are your next steps as an admitted student.
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Next Steps for Graduate Students
As you get ready to start your graduate journey here at Kent State, there are some important next steps you need to take in order to get started. We are here to help along the way so you get your graduate career off to a great start!
Next Steps for First-Year Students
Congratulations on your admission to Kent State University! As you prepare for your visa interview and arrival to Kent State, we want to take you through the process step by step. Students who intend to study virtually for the start of their program can learn more about available resources by reviewing our Virtual Study Resources page.
Welcome to the university community. To get started, follow these steps:
- Log into your FlashLine account.
- Request your immigration document (I-20 or DS-2019).
- Apply for your student visa.
- Review the immunization and health insurance requirements.
- Arrange your travels.
- Start the hybrid International Student Orientation program.
- Note: Only students with a valid immigration document can participate in ISO.
- Register for your Kent State Orientation Program:
- Destination Kent State (DKS) - All new undergraduate students attend DKS. Attend a special session on the day after in-person International Student Orientation (ISO) without registering in advance.
- Graduate Student Orientation (GSO) - All new graduate students attend GSO. Follow instructions emailed by Graduate Studies to register.
- English as a Second Language (ESL) Orientation – All new ESL students register for ESL Orientation by contacting the ESL Department at eslreg@kent.edu.
- Schedule your classes.
- Arrange your housing.
- Arrive to Kent State.
Next Steps for Post-Undergraduate, Non-Degree and Guest Students
Next Steps for Parents of First-Year Students
Next Steps for Transfer Students
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Deferral Procedures
If you only intend to study remotely temporarily or you are interested in deferring your admission, please notify us of your plans by clicking this button, Deferral Request Process. This will direct you how to defer your admission within your student portal. The International Admissions and the team that creates your I-20 know that changes need to be made. If you already have an I-20, then you will need an updated immigration document. Following these instructions will help us to take the necessary steps to provide that document to you.
Additional Resources
- Kent State COVID-19 Information
- International Student Bill Payment Resource Guide [pdf]
- Kent State Campus Resources & Mobile Apps
- Establishing a U.S. Bank Account
- U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE): Student Process Steps
Have questions that aren't addressed above? Contact us!
Questions regarding how to receive your Form I-20 (F visa): Contact the I-20 team at i20@kent.edu or call +1 330-672-7980.
Questions regarding your admission or academic program: Contact International Admissions at intladm@kent.edu or call +1 330-672-7970.
Questions regarding arrival information, immigration, etc.: Contact International Student and Scholar Services at isss@kent.edu. To schedule an appointment or call us during phone advising, please refer to our Office and Advising Hours webpage.
Common FAQs
We are here to help make your college journey as simple as possible. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions we receive from our admitted students.
Common Graduate Student Questions
We are here to help make your college journey as simple as possible. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions from graduate students.
First-Year Student FAQs
We are here to help make your college journey as simple as possible. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions we receive from our admitted students.
Get in Touch
Here’s some contact information that might come in handy as you’re getting to know Kent State.
- Admissions
800-988-KENT - Campus Operator
330-672-3000 - Career Exploration and Development
330-672-2360 - Center for Adult and Veteran Services
330-672-7933 - Center for Student Involvement
330-672-2480 - Destination Kent State
330-672-9292 - DeWeese Health Center
330-672-2322 - Honors College
330-672-2312 - Intercollegiate Athletics
330-672-5974 - One Stop for Student Services
330-672-6000 - Parent & Family Engagement
330-672-8003 - Student Accessibility Services
330-672-3391 - Student Multicultural Center
330-672-3560 - University Housing
800-706-8941