Hi there, Sophomore!

It’s never too early to start thinking about which college is right for you. As a sophomore, there are plenty of things you can do right now to explore Kent State, including taking a campus tour, creating a Custom Viewbook or getting in touch with your admissions counselor.

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Ready to Explore Kent State?

 

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Explore Majors & Student Life

You dream it, we’ll build it. Tell us what YOUR college experience looks like and we’ll build you a personalized webpage to help you explore KSU.

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Visit Campus

Students tell us time and time again that they knew Kent State was the place for them as soon as they stepped foot on our beautiful campus. Be our guest and experience KSU's welcoming, home-like energy for yourself!

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The Golden Location

With our award-winning college town, easy access to four major cities, and endless recreational activities at the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, it's no wonder why Kent, Ohio, is nicknamed the "Golden Location."

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Chat with Your Admissions Counselor

Did you know you have a personal admissions counselor already assigned to you based on your region and high school? Your counselor is your go-to person at Kent State, devoted to guiding you through the college process.

Hear From Kent State Students

Your Sophomore Year Checklist

Talk with your family about your college plans

You can also speak with your school counselor to make sure you’re staying on track for graduation and taking classes that will prepare you for college.

Ask yourself the big questions

What kinds of careers interest me? Which classes do I enjoy most? How can my talents make an impact on the world?

Look into college credit classes at your school

These include Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), Dual Enrollment programs or College Credit Plus (CCP) programs at your school for a head start on your college classes. Learn more about our amazing CCP program by visiting our CCP webpage.

Kent State is test-optional, but now is the time to practice

Although submitting SAT or ACT test scores in not required to apply to Kent State, if you plan to submit test scores, now is a good time to begin practicing.

Learn about college costs and financial aid

Kent State works hard to make college affordable with scholarships and many types of financial aid. See what options are available for you by visiting our webpage.

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