Cost & Aid
The Best Investment for Your Future
Students are our number one priority. We believe all students should have access to an affordable higher education experience, regardless of their financial backgrounds. When you invest in a Kent State education, you’re investing in yourself – with a lifetime of returns.
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$415+
Million in Financial Aid Awarded Annually
96%
of First-Year Students Receive Financial Aid Assistance
$86+
Million in Scholarships to First-Year Students
4 Years
Tuition Guarantee Locked In for Tuition, Housing and Food
85%
of Transfer Students Receive Financial Aid Assistance
$2.5+
Million in Scholarships to Incoming Transfer Students
Kent State Costs and Affordability
One of the first questions we hear from students is “how much does it cost?” Below you can find our tuition amounts, scholarship opportunities and financial aid information to calculate your cost of attendance.
More Financial Resources
KSU offers more than 8,000 on-campus jobs and an in-state tuition discount for gradate programs! These opportunities are a great way to help offset the costs of a college education.