Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw State University

Kennesaw State University

Kennesaw, GA, USA
Public
4 Year

Overview

At Kennesaw State University, we believe in empowering you to become the best version of yourself. Through a blend of rigorous academics, vibrant campus life, and diverse opportunities, you’ll discover your passions and unlock your potential. Engage with access to over 400 student organizations. Find camaraderie in our on-campus residence halls. Savor award-winning dining options. Experience the thrill of competition in our club sports and NCAA Division I teams. Become a proud Owl and a part of a supportive community that values your unique voice and ambitions.

When you choose KSU, there are no limits to who YOU will become.

Acceptance Rate:
69%
Average Net Price:
$21,784
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
Average GPA
3.5
Average ACT Composite
22
Average SAT Composite
1111

Tuition, Cost & Aid

Affordability & Cost

Average Net Price
$21,784
Calculate your net cost
Tuition
In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution.
$5,700
Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school.
$20,610
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
  • (amount for on-campus room, board and other expenses * # of students living on-campus.
  • + amount for off-campus (with family) room, board and other expenses * # of students living off-campus with family
  • + amount for off-campus (not with family) room, board and other expenses * # of students living off-campus not with family)
divided by the total # of students. Students whose living arrangements are unknown are excluded from the calculation. For some institutions the # of students by living arrangement will be known, but dollar amounts will not be known. In this case the # of students with no corresponding dollar amount will be excluded from the denominator.
$11,498
Books and Supplies
$1500
Average Net Price By Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30k
$13,754
$30k - $48k
$14,822
$48k - $75k
$17,890
$75k - $110k
$20,179
$110k+
$20,512
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]

Aid & Grants

0
100
47%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
38%
Average Aid Per Year
$4,567
Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
38%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$4,567
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$5,905

 

Students receiving state aid
85%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$4546
Students receiving federal aid
35%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$4,567
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$347,054,215
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$216,362,808

Student Loans

Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
38%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$5,999
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$24,160
Students receiving federal loans
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,967
Average Other Loans Per Year
$9,867

 

Admissions

Key Admissions Stats

Institution Type
Public
  • Not for Profit
  • Coed

Need Aware

This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission

Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
0
100
69%
Acceptance Rate
21106
Students Applied
73%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
2208
Transfer Students Admitted

Admissions Requirements

SAT
SAT is checked
Yes
ACT
ACT is checked
Yes
Transcript
Transcript is checked
Yes
Test Optional
Item is checked
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
Item is checked
Yes
AP Course Credit
Item is checked
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Item is checked
Yes

Important Deadlines

Application TypeApplication DeadlineReply Deadline
Early Action Acceptance is not binding, but student will receive admissions decision earlier.November 1
Fall Regular DecisionJuly 1August 1
Spring Regular DecisionNovember 17
OtherMay 1
Application Fee
$40
Fee waivers available
Applications Accepted

Admitted Student Stats

In-State Students
93%
Out-Of-State Students
7%
16%
Submitting ACT
38%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 22
0
36
Average SAT Composite: 1111
0
1600
SAT Percentiles

Math
25th
490
75th
600
Reading
25th
510
75th
620
3.5
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By GPA

3.75+
26%
3.50 - 3.74
25%
3.25 - 3.49
23%
3.00 - 3.24
15%
2.50 - 2.99
8%
2.00 - 2.49
1%
Students Enrolled By Class Rank

Top 10%
14
Top 25%
41
Top 50%
76
Students Enrolled By Household Income

< $30k
1446
$30k - $48k
966
$48k - $75k
852
$75k - $110k
544
$110k+
923

Admissions Resources

Admissions: visit page
Admissions Email: [email protected]
Admissions Telephone: 770-423-6300
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page

Academics

Key Academic Stats

Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
47,845
Total Number of Undergrads
42,840
0
100
18%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
47%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
23:1
US National: 21:1
Academic Calendar

Semester

Non Traditional Learning
  • Online Classes
  • Online Undergrad Degrees
  • Summer Sessions
  • Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
  • Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
  • ROTC Army
  • ROTC Air Force
  • Study Abroad
  • Honors Program
  • Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes

2-19 Students
24%
20-39 Students
49%
40-99 Students
23%
100+ Students
2%
 

Degrees and Majors

MAJORS
83

Faculty Overview

0
100
66%
Faculty With Terminal Degree US National: 36%
Ethnicity

Campus Life

Key Campus Stats

Student Gender
Male
Female
50%
50%
Residency
In-State Students
93%
Out-Of-State Students
7%
Size of Town
Suburb or town
US States Represented
50
Countries Represented
103
Ethnicity
African American
30%
Asian/Pacific Islander
6%
Hispanic
6%
White
39%
Multiracial
3%
Unknown
2%
Percent of First Generation Students
27%
Student Organizations
400
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Item is not checked
No
On Campus Women's Center
Item is not checked
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Item is not checked
No

Housing

0
100
14%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
Yes
0
100
35%
Freshman Living on Campus

Athletics

Divisional Sports Nickname
Owls
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Conference USA
Total Male Athletes
206
Total Female Athletes
182
Intramural Sports
15
Sports Club
11
Sports Team (Men)
  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Cross Country
  • Football
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field
Sports Team (Women)
  • Basketball
  • Cross Country
  • Golf
  • Lacrosse
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field
  • Volleyball
Kennesaw State University Athletics: visit page

Campus Safety

24-HR security patrol
24-HR security patrol is checked
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Campus emergency phones is checked
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Item is checked
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Item is checked
Yes

After Graduation

Post Grad Stats

Top 5 Cities
Atlanta
Chattanooga
New York
Dallas
Washington
Top 5 Employers
The Home Depot
Cobb County School District
WellStar Health System
AT&T
Delta Air Lines
Top 5 Sectors
Computer Science
Marketing
Accounting
Business Management
Education
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$24,160
All my professors have different approaches, so the learning styles are very diverse. They all want their students to be successful and move forward, you just have to make an effort on your part. There are many different courses and each teaches valuable information. The courses are not a waste of time or money from what I have experienced so far. There is a lot of reading, but the books chosen are timeless.
Essance from Marietta, GA
The classes are just the perfect amount of challenging and if you get a little lost, ask your teacher. The teachers here want to help and want you to succeed just as much as you do.
Olivia from Kennesaw, GA