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 or getting in touch with your admissions counselor.

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Your Sophomore Year Checklist

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?

Keep your family in the loop about your college plans

Provide parent or guardian information to Kent State when you request information or sign up for an event.

Discover ways to earn college credit and get a head start toward your degree

Talk to your school counselor about Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), dual-enrollment or College Credit Plus (CCP) classes. In Ohio, you can also earn college credit by completing a career-technical education program. 

All Kent State campuses are test-optional, but now is a good time to practice

Kent State doesn’t require you to submit ACT or SAT scores to be considered for admission, but if you plan to submit test scores to us or other schools, 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.

 

Ready to Explore Kent State?

 

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Explore Life at KSU

Want to learn more about what life is like at Kent State? Take a virtual tour of campus, explore our over 300 undergraduate academic programs and see for yourself what makes our student life special.

Explore Life at Kent State
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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 set foot on our beautiful campus. Be our guest at any of our eight campuses in Northeast Ohio and experience KSU's welcoming, home-like energy for yourself!

Schedule A Visit
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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, committed to guiding you through the college process.

Meet My Admissions Counselor
 

 

Explore the Kent Campus

 

Virtual Tour 

Explore Regional Campuses

 

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