What if I want to defer or change my enrollment start time?
If you are admitted to Kent State University and do not attend another institution in the meantime, you can defer your current application. Admission can be deferred for up to one year. You can request a deferral here.
If you attempt to defer beyond one year, you will have to begin the application process again. Please be aware of that some graduate programs only allow for certain semesters of intake.
If you are admitted to Kent State University and choose to attend another institution, you cannot defer your current application. If you wish to apply again in the future, then you must reapply using your same login and account identification.
It is important to list the current school you are attending on your application. Make sure your new transcripts sent to ensure the most accurate and current academic information is reflected on your application.
What is the difference between deferring my admission versus deferring my I-20?
Deferring your admission means you will wait to start your studies in a later semester. You can defer your admission for up to one year here.
Deferring your I-20 means that you intend to start studying remotely or online, but you do not plan to come to Kent State this semester. You can defer your I-20 by contacting i20@kent.edu.
What happens after I submit my request to defer?
Your new admissions letter and I-20 will be processed as soon as possible. You will receive an email with tracking information once your I-20 and admission package are sent to the address that you provided.
I applied but wasn’t offered a place at Kent State. Can I reapply?
If you have been denied admission, we cannot defer your application.
If you are still interested in the program, you may consider applying again for the next available term. We recommend you reach out to intladm@kent.edu to find out if this is a suitable course of action for you.
How do I know if I need to reapply for admission?
You need to submit a new application if you fall into one of these three categories:
- You previously applied to Kent State University but decided to attend another institution; or
- Your previous application was rejected, and you wish to be considered for a different program.
- You have exceeded your one-year limit to defer your admission and wish to be considered for the following term.
In these instances, you will need to pay your application fee again with your new application.