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NEW! VIRTUAL CAMPUS VISITS
To slow transmission of COVID-19 (coronavirus disease) and remain consistent with recommendations from state health authorities to practice social distancing, all Kent State University campuses are closed until further notice. However, the Admissions team at Kent State Tuscarawas is still available to help you explore the many opportunities available on our great campus - even from a distance! Contact us now if you'd like to schedule a video chat during which you can talk with Admissions, Financial Aid and faculty from selected majors to learn more about the campus and your next steps.
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To schedule your video chat, call 330-308-7460, text 330-752-7870, or email infotusc@kent.edu.
CAMPUS VISITS (Suspended until further notice)
Campus Visits are offered several times each week and include a personal campus tour with a student ambassador and the chance to meet with an admissions counselor, academic advisor and financial aid professional. Campus visits are perfect for students at any phase of the college search. Call 330-339-3391 to schedule your visit!
ADMISSIONS OPEN HOUSE
HELD EVERY JUNE AND JULY
Students of all ages are invited to drop in during the open house hours to learn more about the campus, speak with admissions and financial aid representatives, and explore the programs we offer. Transfer students are encouraged to bring transcripts for an initial evaluation. If you are ready to apply for admission and financial aid, bring your sealed official high school transcript or GED report along with tax information so you can complete your admission application and FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) while on campus! Reservations are not necessary.
Contact: Courtney Nign 330-308-7460 | cnign@kent.edu
FALL INFORMATION NIGHT
HELD EVERY OCTOBER
Prospective students of all ages are invited to this open-house style event where you can choose sessions that interest you. Sessions may include student success, career exploration, a classroom experience and more. We will also offer sessions highlighting our most popular majors such as agribusiness, nursing, veterinary technology, business, education, engineering technology, justice studies and information technology during which you can meet with faculty who teach and coordinate the majors. A special information session will be held for students interested in the College Credit Plus (CCP) program (see below). Reservations are suggested.
Contact: Melissa Crites 330-308-7508 | macrites@kent.edu
HONORS SYMPOSIUM
HELD EVERY NOVEMBER
For this event, we welcome local high school junior and senior Honor Society members and AP students to visit campus for interactive demonstrations of our high-tech facilities as well as lectures presented by some of our top faculty. Students will learn more about the campus while also exploring what it means to be a college Honors student. Space is limited for this event, and reservations are required.
Contact: Kim Sweitzer 330-308-7454 | kwatt@kent.edu
FAFSA COMPLETION WORKSHOPS
HELD EVERY OCTOBER AND NOVEMBER
Free to any student and parents, regardless of the college you plan to attend. FAFSA experts will be available to assist you in completing the 2020-2021 FAFSA. RSVP is not required.
Contact: Jason Maurer 330-308-7486 | jmaure13@kent.edu
TOUR KENT STATE TUSCARAWAS
HELD EVERY NOVEMBER
For this event, we welcome high school juniors and seniors and their parents to tour our campus, sit in on a college class, learn about the admission and financial aid application processes, and enjoy a casual lunch with faculty representing a variety of majors. Reservations are required for this limited-space event.
Contact: Courtney Nign 330-308-7460 | cnign@kent.edu
BLUE GOLD NIGHT AT THE PAC
HELD EVERY FEBRUARY
Prospective students of all ages are invited to this expo-style event where representatives from Admissions and Financial Aid will be present to answer your questions. You can also visit with faculty representing a variety of our majors and take a campus tour. Blue Gold Night will be held at the Performing Arts Center. Reservations are suggested.
Contact: Jennifer Greer 330-308-7476 |jgreer3@kent.edu
COLLEGE CREDIT PLUS INFORMATION SESSION
HELD EVERY OCTOBER AND FEBRUARY
Students in grades six through 11 and their parents are invited to attend this session to learn more about the College Credit Plus (CCP) program. This is the program through which college-ready students can enroll in courses on the college campus in order to earn both high school and college credit. College Credit Plus (CCP) families are invited to visit with representatives from our campus majors, clubs, Honors Program and athletics before and after the presentation to learn more about Kent State Tuscarawas. Reservations are suggested.
Contact: Melissa Crites330-308-7508 |macrites@kent.edu
PARENT NIGHT
HELD EVERY MARCH
Parents of students in middle and high school are invited to join us for an informative hour! Parents will learn about programs that allow students to earn college credit while still in high school, such AP, CCP and Dual Credit. In addition, we'll share information about when and how to register for ACT testing. Admissions experts will discuss tips for choosing and applying to colleges. Finally, our financial aid expert will share the basics of applying for financial aid and scholarships.
Contact: Courtney Nign 330-308-7460 | cnign@kent.edu