Facts & Figures

OUR FAMILY IS TRUE BLUE & GOLD

At Kent State University, people hail from every corner of the globe to do work that paves the way for a brighter tomorrow. Here, you’ll find world-class faculty serving as researchers and mentors; alumni leaders in business, healthcare, education and beyond; and students unafraid to break the mold and push boundaries. 

YOUR HOMETOWN UNIVERSITY

Kent State University at Stark helps 3,500 students find their passion and develop a roadmap to their future. As Kent State’s largest regional campus, students receive an affordable, university education on a beautiful 200-acre campus with a private college feel. Our student-faculty ratio of 21:1 means Kent State Stark’s 300 faculty and staff are dedicated to encouraging students to achieve their personal and academic goals. Students have the opportunity to begin coursework in 370+ Kent State world-class programs of study or choose from bachelor's and associate degrees, minors and certificates that can be completed entirely at the Stark Campus. Stark County’s only public university, Kent State Stark was founded in 1946 and continues today improving the quality of life for this region, spurring a total economic impact in Northeast Ohio of $124.5 million.

DEGREES

Students attending Kent State Stark can complete bachelor's and associate degrees, minors and certificates. Students can also begin coursework in 370+ world-class programs of study at Kent State University.

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STUDENTS

• Enrollment: 3,500
• College Credit Plus Students: 800
• Honors Program Students: 100
• First Generation Students: 35%
• Adult Learners: 24%
• Minority & International Students: 14%
• Stark County Residents: 39%
• Financial Aid Recipients: 70%

FACULTY

• Faculty: 200
• Most full-time faculty hold a Ph.D. or highest degree in their field

YEARLY TUITION: 2024-25 COHORT

• In-state, full-time, lower-division FR/SO: $7,385
• In-state, full-time, upper-division JR/SR: $8,655
• View updated tuition rates for all student types

CAMPUS

• Location: Jackson Township
• Acres: 200
• Buildings: 7 
• Pond and Research Wetland Area with Outdoor Classroom: 2.25 acres
• 1/3 mile Walking Track