Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw State University (KSU) is a four-years, public school located in Kennesaw, GA. It is classified as Doctoral/Research University by Carnegie Classification and its highest level of offering is Doctor's degree - research/scholarship.
The KSU's 2022 tuition & fees is $6,436 for Georgia residents and $17,690 for out-of-state students. 78% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $5,144.
The school has a total enrollment of 41,181 and the students to faculty ratio is 22 to 1 (4.55%).
The salary range after graduation from KSU varies by field of study and the average salary range $20,400 to $65,300.
KSU ranked 261st in National Universities and 4th in Georgia Colleges rankings. Kennesaw State University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
Directory Information
| Address | 1000 Chastain Rd, Kennesaw, GA 30144 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 470-578-6000 |
| WEB | School's Website |
| Admission | Admission Information |
| Online Application | Apply Online |
| Financial Aid | Deadlines and Applications |
| Net Price Calculator | Net Price Calculator |
| Veterans Tuition | Veterans Benefit Information |
| Athletic | Athletic Team Information |
| Disability Service | Disability Services |
| School Type | four-years, public |
| Carnegie Category | Doctoral/Research University |
| Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree - research/scholarship |
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System)
2022 Tuition & Fees and 2023 Estimation
For undergraduate school, the 2022 tuition and fees of Kennesaw State University are $6,436 for in-state students and $17,690 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2022 tuition and fees are $7,224 for in-state students and $21,174 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2023 tuition & fees for prospective students is $7,122 for Georgia residents and $18,376 for out-of-state students based on the tuition changes over the past five years.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $6,436 | $17,690 |
| Graduate | $7,224 | $21,174 |
Data source: 2021-2022 tuition - NCES(National Center for Education Statistics (Last update: July 22, 2022)
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $7,122 | $18,376 |
The 2022-2023 tuition is announced/published officially by the KSU directly. The 2023 graduate tuition & fees is not yet announced or vary by program. The estimation is based on the rate of last year. See the KSU bursar/financial aid page for more information.
Key Stats for Prospective Students
The Acceptance rate at Kennesaw State University is 81.59% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 50.83%. The average SAT scores submitted by enrolled students is 1,150.
The average graduation rate is 49%. Total 41,181 students are attending the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school). The average salary varies depending on the field of study where the Computer Science program shows the highest salary with $65,300 after graduating. Key academic stats for the school are listed in the next table.
| Admission Stats » | 81.59% Acceptance Rate / 50.83% Yield |
|---|---|
| Test Scores » | 1,150 SAT / 23 ACT |
| Graduation Rate » | 49% |
| Transfer-out Rate | 29% |
| Retention Rate | 80%(full-time), 67% (part-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 4.55% (22 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 41,181 (37,390 undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $5,144 |
| Average Salary by Field of Study | $20,400 - $65,300 |
Special Learning Opportunities and On-Campus Student Services
Kennesaw State University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers. The next table summarizes the special learning opportunities.
| Online Class | Undergraduate, Graduate |
|---|---|
| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
| Teacher Certification | Yes |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
KSU provides several student services including academic/career counseling services, employment services for students, Placement services for completers.
| Remedial services | No |
|---|---|
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | Yes |
| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
| Library facilities at institution | Various Library Facilities Provided |
Campus Life
The following table illustrates the special characteristics of KSU. It has dormitories (or campus-owned housing) and its capacity is 5,200. It also offers separate board/meal plans and the annual cost is $5,617.
| Religious Affiliation | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Has Hospital | No |
| Offer Medical Degree | No |
| Board/Meal Plan | Yes |
| Dormitory Capacity | 5,200 |
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