International Tuition and Fees
Kent State offers a highly favorable match between the cost and quality of a college degree.
We offer over 280 undergraduate majors, as well as programs at the master’s and PhD levels. There are a variety of merit-based scholarships for eligible first year international students. When combined, available scholarships have the potential of awarding an international student up to $32,000 towards a 4-year undergraduate degree.
Check our Tuition & Fees page or see the chart below for average tuition and living expenses for an international student for one academic year.
Estimated Expenses 2020-2021 (Also for Issuing I20's)
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International Undergraduate (12-18 credits) (Full time for immigration purposes) | International Graduate (calculated at 9 credits) (Full time for immigration purposes) | ESL | American Academy | Aeronautics w/Flight Tech | Mater of Architecture, Arch & Env Design, Landscape & Arch, Urban Design, Healthcare Design |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees (1 year, two semesters) - out of state tuition) * |
$20,613 |
$19,088 |
$13,272 |
$13,000 |
$40,613 |
$20,488 |
| Living Expenses (estimated) |
$14,138 |
$14,138 |
$14,138 |
$14,138 |
$14,138 |
$14,138 |
| Other Costs: Medical Insurance and Books/Supplies (estimated) |
$5,622 |
$5,622 |
$3,950 |
$5,622 |
$5,622 |
$5,622 |
| Total | $40,373
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$38,848 | $31,360 | $32,760 | $60,373 | $40,248 |
* Costs may vary depending on student's individual plan of study.
For issuing I20's, additional proof of finances must also be provided for dependents as follows:
- $4,500 for spouse or other first dependent
- $2,500 for each additional dependent
Kent State University requires all international students to purchase the sponsored student health insurance plan. Under certain criteria, a student may request a waiver of this charge.
A very affordable American education
As an international student, you’re qualified for many of Kent State's scholarships, especially if you have a strong academic background.
- 93% of first year students receive financial assistance through scholarships, grants, loans or employment
- 85% of full-time undergraduate students receive financial assistance
- $66+ million in scholarships were offered to incoming freshmen in 2020-2021
- $420+ million in scholarships and financial aid was awarded to over 32,000 students in 2019-2020
Helpful links
- Explore International Student Scholarships for international students
- Review our graduate programs that offer fellowships as well as graduate assistantships
- See information about International Student Health Insurance