Choose this option if you'd like to pursue a degree program offered completely online.

Choose this option if you have received a bachelor's degree from another college or university and wish to take additional undergraduate courses.

Choose this option if you are a high school student who wishes to participate in Ohio's College Credit Plus program.

Choose this option if you are a student enrolled at another institution or any student who wishes to take a limited number of courses at Kent State.

Choose this option if you have enrolled in a college or university after graduation from high school, but have not completed a bachelor's degree.

Choose this option if you have not attended any college or university after graduation from high school.

Your parents/guardians are welcome to attend First Step with you, but their attendance is optional. We will have programming specifically for parents/guests if they attend.

You will need to contact the college or university where you received credit and have them send an official copy of your transcript to transcripts@kent.edu. Please bring an unofficial copy of your current transcript with you to First Step in case your classes have not been processed. We will use this information to help advise you on classes to prevent overlap.

• Review: Did you earn college credit in high school? pdf

Kent State University requires students to demonstrate their knowledge and skills in mathematics, English (writing), reading, and foreign language. Students demonstrate their knowledge and skills through GPA, ACT or SAT scores, and/or placement tests.

Placement tests are designed to help academic advisors and students determine which courses will provide the best opportunity for success. Your academic advisor will review your placements with you during First Step. If placement tests are required, you will complete them on your First Step day.

No. All new Kent State Stark students must complete the First Step program in order to enroll in classes.