International Partners
List of Kent State Academic Partners
Updated April 5, 2021
Kent State University enjoys a successful history of international academic collaboration through the creation of formal partnerships with like-minded institutions. Our current partnerships include universities, institutions of higher learning, secondary schools, governmental and non-governmental agencies, and private sector companies. Partnerships enable Kent State to collaborate across several areas of mutual interest, such as joint research projects and student exchange programs. Experience has shown us that the most successful and active partnerships are the result of committed faculty members from each institution who champion and coordinate the relationship among their respective peers and students.
The mission of Kent State’s Office of Global Education is to assist in creating the foundation upon which a mutually beneficial partnership can be built, including the development of any necessary documentation such as a Memorandum of Agreement or appropriate contracts or agreements.
Australia |
University of Technology Sydney* |
Austria |
Alpen-Adria University Klagenfurt*
Danube University Krems |
Bahamas, The | University of The Bahamas |
Brazil |
Federal University of Santa Catarina
Fundacao Oswaldo Cruz Pontifical Catholic University of Parana* Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro University of Sao Paulo University Tuiuti of Parana |
Canada |
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China |
Beijing Union University
Beijing Wuzi University Dalian University of Foreign Languages Dongbei University of Finance and Economics Gengdan Institute of Beijing University of Technology
Henan University
Hohai University Jiangsu University of Technology Jilin University Nanchang University
Shanghai Normal University Sias University
Sichuan International Studies University Xi’an International Studies University |
Colombia |
Caucaseco Scientific Research Center
National University of Colombia Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Cali |
Czech Republic |
Anglo-American University
Palacky University Olomouc
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Ecuador | Universidad Especialidades Espíritu Santo |
Egypt |
Nile University
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Finland |
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France |
Montpellier Business School*
Paris American Academy |
Germany |
Akademie Mode & Design
Freie Universitat Berlin: European Studies Program
Worms University of Applied Sciences
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Ghana |
Atonkwa Villiage
University of Cape Coast
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Hong Kong | Hong Kong Polytechnic University* |
India |
BML Munjal University
Chandigarh University
Chitkara University
Indian Institute of Foreign Trade
Management Development Institute
Shree Guru Gobind Singh Tricentenary University
SRM Institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology
Universal Business School
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Indonesia |
Gadjah Mada University
University of Indonesia
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Israel |
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Italy |
Calabria University
European Academy of Florence (Accademia Europea di Firenze)
University of Teramo
University of Trieste
University of Turin
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Japan |
Hiroshima Bunkyo Women’s University
Kyoto University
Sanyo Gakuen University and College
Shimane University
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Jordan |
Amman Arab University/Royal Jordanian Airlines
Yarmouk University
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Kenya | KCA University |
Lebanon | Lebanese American University |
Lithuania |
ISM University of Management and Economics
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Malaysia |
Methodist College of Kuala Lumpur
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Mexico |
Universidad Tecnológica El Retoño
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Nigeria | Ministry of Education - Sokoto State |
Palestine |
Al Quds Open University
Birzeit University
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Portugal |
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Romania | West University of Timisoara |
Russia |
National Research University Higher School of Economics
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Rwanda | University of Rwanda |
Saudi Arabia |
Effat University
Jazan University
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Senegal |
Gaston Berger University of Saint Louis
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Slovenia |
University of Ljubljana
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South Korea |
Chodang University
Chungnam National University
Dongseo University
Kookmin University
Kumoh Institute of Technology
Kyung Hee University
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Spain |
University of Valencia
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Taiwan |
National Taichung University of Education
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Thailand |
Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University
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Turkey |
Istanbul Gelisim University
Kirikkale University
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United Arab Emirates |
Ajman University
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United Kingdom |
Birmingham City University
Goldsmiths' College
Regent's University London
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Vietnam |
Hanoi University
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*Denotes active exchange partner. Contact Molly Papay (mpapay1@kent.edu) for more information on Kent State's exchange programs.
Types of Partnerships :
General Agreement Guidelines
When considering a new partner it is important to assess the potential of the partnership to ensure a long and active collaboration. Please consider the following:
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The academic standing and quality of the potential partner
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The potential interest among KSU students for exchange or study abroad
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The available resources to implement the proposed projects or activities
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The availability of support from campus divisions (i.e. Research and Sponsored Programs, Curriculum Services, Office of the Registrar, etc.)
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The level of commitment from each institution
Establishing a new Agreement
Please consult with the International Partnerships Division before beginning any formal negotiations with a potential partner regarding the following:
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The type and scope of the proposed partnership
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Aspects of mutual responsibility
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Financial considerations (scholarships, grant funding, etc.)
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Terms of the proposed agreement, especially in relation to student exchanges, articulation agreements, or special degree completion programs
The initial consultation will help determine if a formal agreement is necessary and the type of agreement(s) that should be developed. If it is decided that an agreement should be developed, the sponsoring unit must submit a International Partnership Application form. The information requested in the application assists with the development and maintenance of the potential partnership.
The International Partnerships Division will provide assistance for drafting the agreement and reviewing the draft with the potential partner. If negotiations are needed the International Partnerships Division will assist the sponsoring unit and interact with University Counsel. Once all of the parties have agreed to the draft agreement it will be ready to be finalized.
For more information, contact the International Partnerships Division at: partnerships@kent.edu
Finalizing and Signing an Agreement
All agreements, including college or department specific agreements may only be signed by the President or Provost of Kent State University. The International Partnerships Division will assist with the signing process to ensure that all of the steps are completed prior to the signing. Typically KSU signs the agreements first and then sends them to the proposed partner. All of the original agreements are cataloged and maintained by the International Partnerships Division at Kent State University.
For questions, contact us at:
Kent State University |Office of Global Education | 625 Loop Road | 106 Van Campen Hall | Kent, OH 44242, USA |Tel: 330.672.8655
partnerships@kent.edu | www.kent.edu/globaleducation/international-partnerships