Financial Aid
The Kent State Stark Student Financial Aid Office strives to make a degree from Kent State an affordable option for students and families, regardless of family income. Our staff is committed to providing a high level of service and will explore all possible financial aid options with students.
FINANCIAL AID OFFICE HOURS
May 15 - July 28
Monday: 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Tuesday - Thursday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. - Noon
Closed May 29, June 19 and July 4.
Beginning July 31
Monday: 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Tuesday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
FINANCIAL AID RESOURCES
- Schedule an Appointment with Financial Aid
Students and families can schedule an appointment online for in-person or remote FAFSA filing or veterans benefits assistance. - Attend a Drop-In Session
Meet with us without an appointment for financial aid or billing assistance. - Veterans Benefits
Email starkveterans@kent.edu for all veterans benefits questions. - Submit Documents
Submit documents by using the One Stop Student Services Contact Us Form. - Loan Forgiveness
Resources to assist you in applying for debt relief with the U.S. Department of Education. - Emergency Resources
Find helpful resources for food and other community support, as well as access to the Kent State Emergency Grant application. - Need help?
Email Student Financial Aid at starkfinancialaid@kent.edu with questions.
TUITION PAYMENTS
- Make a payment online
- Checks can be processed online at no cost.
- All credit card payments must be done online. MasterCard, Visa, American Express, Diners Club and Discover are the only credit cards accepted. A convenience fee of 2.9% will be charged to all credit card payments.
- There is an authorized user and pinless user option for parents who are making payments.
FINANCIAL AID STAFF
Students are not assigned financial aid advisors at Kent State Stark. You are welcome to contact any of the following staff members with questions regarding your financial aid.
Email inquiries are encouraged. Voicemail messages will be returned as quickly as possible.
Katie Schalmo
Director, Financial Aid
pschalmo@kent.edu
330-244-3257
Brandi Mash
Senior Financial Aid Coordinator
VA Certifying Official
bmash@kent.edu
330-244-3243
Andrea Dale
Financial Aid Coordinator
adale@kent.edu
330-244-3242
Annie Fritz
Administrative Clerk
afritz2@kent.edu
330-244-3246
Dana Magella
Financial Aid Representative
dmagella@kent.edu
330-244-3249