Kent State University – Ohio

Kent State University is a public university in Ohio. This profile focuses on the Kent Campus, offering undergraduate, graduate, and ESL options for international students.

Location: Kent, Ohio, USA · Institution Type: Public.

Undergraduate Requirements and International Profile

Freshmen: must complete high school prior to enrollment, have a minimum GPA of 2.5/4.0, and meet specific criteria if applying to a selective major. Students who have attended college/university should apply as transfer students. SAT/ACT scores are not required per the test-optional policy. The international application fee is 70 USD and is non-refundable.

English Language Proficiency

Undergraduate: IELTS Academic 6.0, Duolingo 100, PTE Academic 48, or TOEFL iBT 71. For the new TOEFL scale, the university evaluates the total score equivalent on a 0–120 scale. Conditional admission and ESL studies are available if academic requirements are met. University pages differ regarding TOEFL MyBest; if using MyBest, confirm directly with Admissions before submitting.

Master’s and Doctoral Degrees

Graduate: submit passport, degree certificates, and official transcripts with certified translations, program-specific documents, and GRE/GMAT scores if required. General English requirement is IELTS 6.0/DET 100/PTE 48/TOEFL 71, though many programs require higher scores: MBA and Aerospace Engineering require IELTS 6.5; PhD in Business Administration requires 7.0. Financial documents are required after acceptance.

Tuition and Budget — USD

2026–2027 international table, USD: undergraduate based on 12–18 credits, Graduate on 9 credits, and ESL on 18 credits per semester. Architecture and Aeronautics programs have separate rates. Insurance is provided through the university program; waivers must be approved. Dependents require additional financial documentation.

Intake Periods

International Undergraduate: Spring priority deadline October 1, Fall June 1. The university accepts late applications; if applying after the deadline, confirm space availability and visa preparation time. Graduate programs follow individual department calendars.

Scholarships and Financial Aid

International scholarships and graduate assistantships are available based on eligibility. The estimates above do not include scholarships; use official award letters when calculating your budget.

Official Sources

• Undergraduate requirements and admission calendar
• English and ESL pathway
• Graduate program-specific English requirements
• 2026–2027 International costs
• International Graduate profile

Always cross-reference with official admission guidelines and fee schedules. Confirm the rates applicable to your specific term and program before making payments.