I took college courses while in high school. Do I need to attend DKS?
Yes. Any student who took college courses in high school (i.e. College Credit Plus, Advanced Placement, CLEP or International Baccalaureate exams), regardless of the number of hours transferred to Kent State, is required to attend DKS.
As a reminder, don’t forget to submit your official transcripts or test scores before your orientation date.
Is Destination Kent State New Student Orientation required?
Yes, Destination Kent State is a required orientation program for all incoming first-year students, regardless if you are living on or off campus. This is the event where you will meet with your academic advisor and register for classes.
Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement
This year, the Kent State University community joined together to continue its proud tradition of giving back. During the month of November, more than 5,000 gifts were made, raising more than $2.8 million for scholarships and programs across the university’s eight-campus system during the 2023 Giving Tuesday campaign. This total includes nearly $1.1 million from legacy gifts, $150,000 from Kent State University Foundation matching gifts and more than $1.6 million from outright gifts and matches. In the past nine years, the monthlong Giving Tuesday campaign has built a legacy as Kent...
What to Expect at DKS
Discover what DKS is all about! Learn more about what students can expect at DKS, what to bring and what to know before arriving on campus.
Ask Your Student, "Have You Registered for DKS?"
Students can register for their required Destination Kent State orientation date beginning Feb. 1 for fall semester students and Oct. 15 for spring semester students in their applicant portal.
Award-Winning Student Support
Kent State's award-winning student support services are here to help your student in health and wellness, academics, identity and culture, and more.
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Download the DKS Mobile App
Starting May 1, you can find DKS Mobile in your app store. Navigate through information and modules students should complete before their DKS orientation date. Parents tell us that going over information in the app with their student was very helpful and easy to navigate.