Info for Parents

Studying abroad is an exciting and potentially life changing experience. Whether you’re away for a week or a year, it’s only natural for your parents to worry. Share these helpful resources with your family so they can be just as well prepared as you!

Upcoming Events

Online or in person, every KSU event gives you a chance to connect, learn, and make a difference. From international festivals celebrating diverse cultures to thought-provoking discussions on pressing global issues, there's something for everyone all year round (and usually, free food too!). 

Labor Condition Application Notice

In accordance with 20 CFR § .655.734, Kent State University is required to provide notice that a Labor Condition Application (LCA) for H1-B Nonimmigrant Alien Worker has been led by Kent State University with the United States Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, United States Employment Service Certifying Officer. All LCA postings are provided at the university's Legal Notices website.

2023 FSA account holders: File for reimbursement by June 29

The FSA plan year 2023 has closed. The IRS required that any 2023 balances remaining in your FSA account had to be spent by Mar. 15, 2024, and claims filed by Jun. 29, 2024, or the balance will be forfeited. This means that reimbursement for incurred expenses using 2023 funds must be filed by Jun. 29, 2024. This is known as the IRS "use it or lose it" rule and there are no exceptions.

Meet With an Advisor

With 200+ programs all around the world, we understand that choosing the right study abroad experience can be tricky. Let us help you! Make an online or in-person appointment to discover your options and get a personalized plan.

Are you teaching an online course? Try Kent State Online's new Design, Build, Teach Pathways

Kent State Online is pleased to introduce Design, Build, Teach Pathways, a series of asynchronous, self-paced Canvas courses to help design, build, and teach your online courses. The Design, Build, Teach Pathways will guide you through foundational concepts will guide you through foundational concepts and best practices as you design, build, and teach online courses. These courses have been designed to accommodate a variety of learning preferences with various options for participation.

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