Kent State University’s Board of Trustees kicked off the 2026-2027 academic year with President Todd Diacon’s report that the university finished Fiscal 2026 with a balanced budget, avoiding drawing on its reserves, and that the inflation-adjusted tuition at Kent State combined with Ohio’s other public universities is actually 13% cheaper today than it was 20 years ago.Diacon observed that numerous colleges and universities in Ohio, and scores of universities nationally, are not able to deliver end-of-year balanced budgets.“Our delivering a balanced budget for the fiscal year that just ended i...
Get Ready to Start at Kent State
Once you're admitted to Kent State College Credit Plus, you'll have a few more things to do before your first class. You'll complete orientation, meet with your academic advisor and register for classes.
Review your action items and next steps.
Join Us for the 2026 Bowman Breakfast!
Mark your calendar for Wednesday, October 21, as we celebrate the 63rd anniversary of the Bowman Breakfast with a special presentation by Sarah Spinner, J.D., Ph.D. Sarah will share her Kent State story and reflect on the relationships, experiences and connections that have shaped her journey and her work at the Kent State University Museum.
Apply by the Deadline
When you're ready, complete the Kent State College Credit Plus application and submit all required application materials by the deadline.
Prepare Your Application
Once you've determined that you're eligible for CCP, gather what you'll need to complete your Kent State application.