The Kent State University community is remembering the legacy of its ninth president, Michael Schwartz, Ph.D., who died on Jan. 2, 2024, following a long illness. He was 86.  Schwartz served as president from 1982 to 1991. He arrived at Kent State in March 1976, to serve as vice president for graduate studies and research. Schwartz also was a professor of sociology and psychology. In 1977, then-President Brage Golding appointed Schwartz acting vice president for academic and student affairs. The following spring, he was appointed permanently to the position. In the summer of 1977, b...

Planning to attend college next year or unsure just how financial aid works? We can help! Kent State University at Ashtabula will host an Ashtabula Area Financial Aid Assistance event on Thursday, Jan. 18, 2024 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. in Susan J. Stocker Hall. Plan to attend if you: Are a new or existing student Live in the Ashtabula area – not just for KSU students! Want to work with Kent State and ACCESS advisors to help walk throught the process.  Register online by clicking the link below or contact the Financial Aid office at 440-964-4217 or ashtabulafinancialaid@kent...

There are big changes to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) application for the 2024-2025 aid year. The Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid (OSFA) at Kent State will continue to educate students, families and our campus community on the new processes. View the following page for FAFSA updates and student resources. VIEW FAFSA UPDATES FROM KENT STATE STARK CAMPUS CONTACT: Student Financial Aid 132 Main Hall Kent State University at Stark starkfinancialaid@kent.edu 330-244-3251 www.kent.edu/stark/financial-aid   ...