Organizations can receive increasing amounts of funding based on the completion of specific requirements, categorized into three tiers. Each tier has its own set of criteria related to goals and objectives, identified by Student Organization Support, related to registration, training, goal setting, and engagement activities.
Meet Tier 1 requirements and receive tier 1 funds
Have a minimum of eight (8) members listed on their KSU Engage roster
Register for and attend mandatory Fall 2026 student organization training
*Attendance at a make-up session offered by CSI will be accepted
AND -
Complete at least two (2) of the following:
Submit SMART Goals for your organization, including:
Community Engagement Goal
Academic Achievement Goal
Leadership Development Goal
Community Service Goal
Submit a success story for at least one organization event or impactful experience to possibly be featured on the CSI Social Media channels, highlighting:
Attendance
Intended outcomes
Photos or Testimonials
Co-host at least one collaborative event with another student organization and/or department
Host or participate in at least one outreach or tabling event to promote involvement and visibility
Blastoff, Homecoming Parade, Spring Organization Fair, etc.
Meet Tier 2 requirements and receive tier 2 funds
Have a minimum of 15 total members listed on their KSU Engage roster
AND -
Complete each of the following:
Meet with a Student Organization Support (SOS) staff member to discuss your organization's goals
Contact csi@kent.edu to schedule a meeting
Complete and submit documentation of one (1) community service project
Opportunities available through Helper Helper
*Half of your organization’s roster must be in attendance
Attend two (2) additional trainings or workshops offered by CSI or the Pepsi Leadership Center
Minimum 2 officers must be in attendance
Attend one (1) public Undergraduate Student Government meeting AND schedule a 30-minute meeting with USG allocations advisor, Alex Harper.
Minimum 2 officers must be in attendance for the public meeting
A. The Tiered Funding System allows student organizations to receive increasing amounts of operating dollars by completing specific requirements across three tiers: Foundation, Growth & Goal Setting, and Engagement & Impact.
A. The program is managed by Student Organization Support (SOS) within the Center for Student Involvement (CSI). For additional guidance or support, email csi@kent.edu.
A. All submissions will be made through designated forms in KSU Engage.
A. Organizations can earn up to $800 in operating dollars by completing all requirements through Tier 3.
A. No, organizations are automatically considered for higher tiers once they complete the requirements of the previous tier. You will, however, submit a new operating dollars request through your organization’s KSU Engage page when you have reached a new tier.
A. Once your tier status is confirmed and your funding request is approved, your organization will receive specific communication on how funds will be dispersed.
A. No. Funds must be used to support your organization’s approved goals and activities, in accordance with university policies.
A. You may still qualify for funding as long as requirements are met within the academic year deadlines set by CSI. All form submissions for operating dollars will close automatically on April 15, 2027.
A. No, if your organization received Tier 2 or Tier 3 funding during the 2025-2026 academic year, you are automatically granted access to apply for that respective tier for the 2026-2027 academic year. Please note: In order to maintain your eligibility for the 2027-2028 academic year, you must complete the requirements for that tier before April 15th, 2027.
