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Applying to Kent State University is easy to do and we're here to help guide you through the process. Here you'll find requirements, deadlines and a helpful checklist designed just for you as you apply and, ultimately, enroll at Kent State.
You are considered a first-year student if you have not enrolled at another college or university since graduating from high school and are ready to enroll at Kent State. Your application and all required materials must be submitted seven days before the start of the semester.
You are considered a transfer student if you have enrolled at another college or university since graduating from high school and are ready to enroll at Kent State. Your application and all required materials must be submitted seven days before the start of the semester.
International Students
Undergraduate International First-Year Students
As a new, first-year undergraduate international applicant, you must finish secondary school in your home country by the time of enrollment to be eligible for university. Select this option to apply for an associate or bachelor’s degree.
Undergraduate International Transfer Students
If you have previously taken post-secondary or college-level courses, or if you are already enrolled in a post-secondary (higher education) institution, then you are required to apply as a transfer student.
Graduate International Students
Choose this option if you are interested in pursuing a graduate degree (master’s or doctoral). Please note that admission requirements and deadlines will vary from program to program.
English as a Second Language
Choose this option if you want to improve your English at our ESL Center. If you intend to enter a degree program under Conditional Admission, please apply directly to the degree program.
Additional International Student Types
Online Degree International Students
Undergraduate Online Students
Select this option if you would like to take classes for your undergraduate degree completely online.
Graduate Online Students
Select this option if you would like to take classes for your graduate degree or certification program completely online.
Graduate Students
Graduate Degree Students
Choose this option if you are pursuing a master's, doctoral, education specialist or podiatric medicine degree.
Graduate Non-Degree Students
Choose this option if you are pursuing a certificate, license, endorsement, transient, guest or alumnus option.
Podiatric Medicine Students
Choose this if you are interested in pursuing a doctor of podiatric medicine degree, which combines clinical and surgical care.
Online Degree Students
Undergraduate Online Students
Select this option if you would like to take classes for your undergraduate degree completely online.
Graduate Online Students
Select this option if you would like to take classes for your graduate degree or certification program completely online.
Additional Types of Applicants
College Credit Plus
Choose this option if you are an Ohio high school student who wants to participate in College Credit Plus while in high school.
Former Students
Choose this option if you are a former Kent State student or graduate who has not attended another college or university since you were previously enrolled.
Guest Students
Choose this option if you would like to take a limited number of courses at Kent State for credit.
Post-Undergraduate Students
Choose this option if you have received a bachelor's degree from a college or university, yet wish to take additional undergraduate courses. Your application and all required materials must be submitted seven days before the start of the semester.
You are considered a first-year student if you have not enrolled at another college or university since graduating from high school and are ready to enroll at Kent State. Your application and all required materials must be submitted seven days before the start of the semester.
Select this option if you would like to take classes for your undergraduate degree completely online.
Select this option if you would like to take classes for your graduate degree or certification program completely online.
You are considered a transfer student if you have enrolled at another college or university since graduating from high school and are ready to enroll at Kent State. Your application and all required materials must be submitted seven days before the start of the semester.
Select this option if you would like to take classes for your undergraduate degree completely online.