Frequently Asked Questions

Due to the rapid spread of the coronavirus (COVID19), Kent State University will continue with our robust summer offerings during Intersession (May 14-June 3), Summer I (June 4-July 8) and Summer II (June 4-July 29) by remote instruction only. Kent State University is committed to keeping our students, faculty, and staff safe and healthy.

Stay up-to-date with official notifications related to COVID-19 through the Kent State coronavirus web page.

Remote Instruction

What is the status of summer classes?

Kent State will continue with our robust summer offerings during Intersession (May 14-June 3), Summer I (June 4-July 8) and Summer II (June 4-July 29) by remote instruction (synchronous and asynchronous) only. Moreover, any other scheduled summer course that begins before July 9 will be delivered through remote instruction only.
For questions about summer courses, students should contact the department chair or faculty member of the course.
Kent State will continue to monitor the progression of COVID-19 and make a decision about Summer III (July 9-Aug. 12) and other courses that begin on July 9 or after by late May.
Decisions about clinicals, practica and internships will be made on an ongoing basis in consultation with chairs and directors of the academic program areas.

How do I communicate with my professor?

You should check with your Blackboard course for instructions on communication from your professor. Please remember that your course in Blackboard is a work-in-progress. You should check-in regularly to view updates. Unless otherwise instructed, Kent email will be the preferred means of communication. Check your syllabus or look for an email link in your Blackboard course.

What if I do not have access to the Internet?

If you do not have access to the Internet, please consider the option below for free Internet.

Spectrum

Charter Communication announced it will offer free Spectrum broadband and Wi-Fi access for 60 days to households with K-12 and/or college students who do not already have a subscription. Get more information on Free Spectrum Internet. To enroll in the service you can call 1-844-488-8395, the company says it will waive installation fees for student households.

Keep Americans Connected Pledge

Note that AT&T, Comcast, Charter, Cox, Google Fiber, Spring, Verizon, and T-Mobile will not disconnect anyone for the next 60 days. Read the Pledge.

Academic Continuity: What does that mean?

Academic continuity refers to the continuation of courses (programs, degrees). In the case of an on-campus emergency (weather, pandemic), academic continuity for classes on campus may not be able to be ensured unless other teaching modalities, including remote delivery, are considered.

Admissions

Can I register for Summer classes if I’m not a Kent State student?

Yes, to register for Summer classes you must first be admitted as a Guest Student.

To apply:

Once you have received your Kent State ID, you can follow these instructions on the Help Desk website to create a default password.

If I took classes at Kent State last summer or I applied and was accepted as an incoming freshman, but decided to go elsewhere, can I use the same FlashLine ID?

At this point, your registration window will no longer be active. You will need to go through the process of applying as a Guest Student. It's likely that you will be assigned the same FlashLine ID as the registration system will recognize that it has you on file.

What if I’m accepted as a Guest Student then decide not to take classes? Is there a penalty?

There is no penalty. Guest Student admissions are temporary, one-semester admissions.

If you do not register during that semester your admission status will become inactive and, if you wish to attend at a later date, you will need to complete the Guest Student application process again.

I am an incoming freshman (starting Fall semester) and would like to take some Summer classes. Who do I need to contact?

Contact the Admissions Office and let them know you wish to change your start date from Fall to Summer. You may need to speak with your advisor as well. If you have not yet been assigned an advisor or participated in Destination Kent State, you can contact 330-672-2014 or newatksu@ksu.edu.

Registration

How many credit hours can I register for during Summer Sessions?

You can register for up to 12 undergraduate credit hours*.

If you wish to register for more than 12 credit hours, and are a:

Kent State student: contact your advisor to request approval
Guest student: contact the Exploratory Advising Center at 330-672-3676 to request approval.

*For the summer term, both undergraduate and graduate students are able to register for a maximum of 6 credit hours in a five-week summer session; maximum 10 hours in an eight-week summer session; maximum 10 hours in overlapping summer sessions; or maximum 12 hours for all summer sessions combined, including summer intersession.

What if the course I am interested in has a prerequisite?

You will need to contact the academic department and establish that you have met the prerequisite(s) at your home institution. If you simply try to register, without getting departmental approval, the registration system will block you from doing so as it can only see courses you have taken at Kent State. We can provide you with departmental contact information.

What is the last day I can drop a class and still get a full refund?

The drop/refund dates are based on the dates of a particular class section. To see the drop/refund dates for a given class, select the Registration Deadlines link in the Schedule of Classes.

For example: This will bring up the information on registration, drop, and refund deadlines for that section.

Summer FAQ Registration Deadline Example

Online Classes

Costs / Financial Aid / Staff Benefits

One of my parents is employed by Kent State. Will I be able to use his/her tuition benefits to take Summer classes?

Yes, assuming you and your parent meet the criteria for dependent tuition benefits. For more information on accessing tuition waiver benefits visit the University Benefits website or contact the Benefits Department at 330-672-3107 or benefits@kent.edu.

Can I get financial aid for Summer classes?

If you are a Kent State student, you must complete the Summer Aid Form available on the Student Financial website.

If you are not a Kent State student, you should contact the financial aid office at your home institution to determine if aid is available for courses taken at another institution.

Credit Transfers to Home Institution

Can you confirm that any credits I take at Kent State will transfer to my home institution?

You must check with your advisor or dean's office to determine if a particular course or courses will meet your degree requirements and the credits will be accepted. Once you complete a course at Kent State University, you will be able to request a transcript documenting your successful completion and the number of credit hours earned. But it is up to your home institution to determine if they will accept the credits.

You may also wish to check Transferology.

My home institution needs to confirm that the credits for any classes I take at Kent State will transfer; can I get a sample syllabus to share with my advisor?

Yes, just let us know the course(s) and we will contact the department to request a syllabus. If the class you are interested in is offered by the Math Department, you may be able to find a sample syllabus on their website.

For brief catalog descriptions, visit the Individual Course Description Search.

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