Cost & Aid

The Best Investment for Your Future

At Kent State University, 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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$411+ Million in Financial Aid Awarded Annually
96% of First-Year Students Receive Financial Aid Assistance
$96+ Million in Scholarships to First-Year Students
4 Years Tuition Guarantee Locked In for Tuition, Room and Board
85% of Transfer Students Receive Financial Aid Assistance
$2.5+ Million in Scholarships to Incoming Transfer Students
$2 Million Increase in Needs-Based Aid in 2020
200% Improved Graduation Rate Since 2011

Explore Kent State Costs and Affordability

One of the first questions we receive from prospective students is “how much does it cost?” Our goal is to make this information readily available for you. Please use the resources below to 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.

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