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Kennesaw State University

Kennesaw, Georgia

Ranked #392 US News
$17k/yearCost after aid
Jul 15Application deadline

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A-Value
N/ACampus
B-Academics
C+Admissions
B+Student Life
BOverall

About

Kennesaw State University is located in Kennesaw, Georgia. The university enrolls approximately 39,503 students.

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Cost and aid

True cost

$17kper year

Compared to $17k national average

Cost breakdown

In-state tuition$5,786
Out-of-state tuition$17,040
Room & board$13,027
Avg aid package$7,114
Students receiving aid35%
Pell grant recipients35%

Kennesaw State University offers a quality education at a reasonable price, especially for Georgia residents eligible for the HOPE scholarship. The total cost for Georgia residents living on campus is approximately $22,000-$24,000 per year, while out-of-state students can expect to pay $36,000-$38,000 annually. KSU is dedicated to helping students understand and identify potential sources of financial aid, including scholarships available through Scholarship Universe.

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Admissions

Test scores

SAT · middle 50%1020–1220
4001600
ACT · middle 50%19–25
136

Application info

Acceptance rate69%
Student–faculty ratio23:1
Common AppYes
Application fee$40

Application dates

Regular DecisionJul 1

Kennesaw State University seeks students who are focused on their future and are looking for accessible, practical education. The university's student body is remarkably diverse, with a significant percentage of non-traditional students. KSU embodies the modern public university mission, offering a quality education at a reasonable price with direct connections to meaningful employment.

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Academics

Graduation rate47%
Retention rate79%
Student–faculty ratio23:1
Full-time faculty64%

Kennesaw State University offers a comprehensive academic landscape with 11 colleges and over 190 degree programs. The university is recognized for its innovative teaching and learning, providing a challenging and facilitative environment. KSU emphasizes applied research, creating new knowledge that can be translated into real-world impact.

Outcomes

Median earnings (10 yrs)$57,552
Avg starting salary$60,282
Job placement rate95%
Earn more than HS grad74%
Economic mobility118%
Loan default (3 yr)5%
Loan repayment (3 yr)53%

Kennesaw State University emphasizes practical education that prepares students for real careers, with strong connections to Atlanta's job market. Recent data indicates that 86% of KSU graduates are employed or in graduate school within six months of graduation. Graduates in fields like engineering and computer science report starting salaries in the $65,000-$75,000 range.

Student life

Demographics

Large School
39,503Student size

Compared to 5,382 national average

BalancedGender ratio
Female 50%Male 50%
43% WhiteRacial diversity
White 43%Black 27%Hispanic 16%Asian 6%Other 9%
Campus housingYes

Kennesaw State University offers a vibrant campus life with over 300 student-led organizations and a diverse student body. The university has two campuses, Kennesaw and Marietta, each with a unique vibe, connected by the Big Owl Bus system. KSU is also home to NCAA Division I sports teams, providing students with opportunities to engage in athletics and campus traditions.

Student reviews

Professors

Student

My experience with Kennesaw State University has been well so far. I've just recently graduated from high school and when applying for different colleges and universities, I came across Kennesaw State University and was positively sure that it was the school for me. First off, I noticed Kennesaw State had a mass variety of different majors and programs including mine, biology with a minor in pre dental.

Campus and vibes

Current Student

The beautiful campus, the updated classrooms, and the new housing speak for themselves.

Current Student

The dorms here are amazing compared to many of the other colleges that I have seen. You get in free to any sporting event that is held at home. The campus is absolutely beautiful and the maintenance crew does an awesome job at keeping everything clean and safe.

Cost and value

Student

It turned out that you have to be enrolled in a certain number of hours to get a loan, and there was no indication of that (that I saw) on the website. I feel like they could make that more clear, as well as the fact that the Hope Scholarship and grants like the Pell are also given in percentages based on the amount of classes you take.

Student

I currently am not enrolled into financial aid program but I have heard good things from people who are enrolled. There are scholarship opportunity, you just have to fill out an application for them. This application is LONG, hence myself not filling it out. I admit this was lazy, in the future I will be more likely to fill out all the questions and essays online in a limited amount of time.

About Kennesaw State University

Kennesaw State University is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for its students, faculty, and staff. The university adheres to the Jeanne Clery Act, disclosing security policies, maintaining a public crime log, and publishing an annual crime report. KSU also provides timely warnings to the campus community about any immediate or ongoing threats.

The KSU Journey Honors College offers academically talented and highly motivated students a community within the university. The program focuses on experiential learning, leadership, professional development, and civic and social engagement. Honors students have access to innovative curriculum, undergraduate research opportunities, domestic and international travel experiences, and community service.

Kennesaw State University has strong global ties, drawing students from over 100 countries around the world. The university fosters increasing ties between institutions abroad, particularly in China, Morocco, and Egypt. International students represent 3.4% of the total student body, contributing to a diverse and multicultural campus environment.

Endowment$111,393,917
Avg faculty salary$112,908

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