Retention & Graduation Rates

Retention Rates

Retention Rates for the Kent Campus are based on the incoming fall cohort of full-time, first-time degree-seeking students. The rates reference the percentage of the previous fall semester cohort who enrolled in the current fall semester.

Retention Rates for the Regional Campus System are based on the incoming fall cohort of full- and part-time, first-time degree-seeking students. The rates reference the percentage of the previous fall semester cohort who enrolled in the current fall semester.

Kent Campus Graduation Rates

Graduation Rates for the Kent Campus are based on the incoming fall cohort of full-time, first-time degree-seeking students. Graduation rates are based on the number of students in that cohort receiving a baccalaureate degree in 4, 5, or 6 years.

Regional Campus Completion Rates

Completion Rates for the Kent State University Regional Campuses are based on the fall cohort of full-time, first-time degree-seeking students. Completion rates are based on 6 years and include both associate degree and baccalaureate degree attainment. Time to first degree is included.

Those looking for Retention, Graduation and Completion Rates for a specific school, department or course, please refer to the Longitudinal Study: Freshmen Report.