Keene State College
About Keene State College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Keene State College is a public college in Keene, New Hampshire, in the Monadnock Region. It offers programs in safety and occupational health, psychology, education, and film, with a picturesque New England campus popular with students who enjoy small-town living.
Founded
1909
Location
Keene, New Hampshire
Students
2,822
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
90.3%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
60.1%
Near national average
In-State Tuition
$14,784
Out-of-state: $26,840
Avg Net Price
$17,887
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not Considered
Test-blind. Grades and essays decide
Median Earnings
$54,368
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Blind
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Aug 1
Keene State College accepts the majority of applicants at 90.3%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
N/A
Not reported
ACT Scores
25/ 36
Average: 25 out of 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
60.1% complete their degree within six years
Retention
78.7%
4-Year Grad
54%
6-Year Grad
60%
Teaching Quality
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
49.8%
$/Student
$10.9K
Class Size
Medium
While 54% finish in 4 years, 78.7% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$14,784
In-State
$26,840
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$13,766
Books & Supplies
$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$29,993
After Financial Aid
$17,887
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$12,192
Receive Grants
26.2%
Take Loans
66.6%
The full cost of attendance is about $29,993/yr for in-state students, including $13,766 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $17,887. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $26,840.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Keene State College fund their education.
While in School
26.2%
Get Grants
Free money
66.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$85,479
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$25,749
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$273/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $25,749 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $54K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Keene State College.
Gender
51.3%
Female
49%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,699
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
123
Graduates
23%
First-Gen
19 yrs
Avg Age
3.5%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (51% women, 49% men). 23% are first-generation college students.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
2,699
Students
public
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Baccalaureate
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Keene State College fields 13 varsity teams with 544 student athletes, about 20% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III without football
Conference
Little East
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
13
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
544
20% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
48% / 52%
263
Men
281
Women
8
Men's Teams
11
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Keene State Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$54,368
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians
$63K
62 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$35K
61 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$42K
59 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$48K
51 grads
1yr Earnings
Architecture
$43K
34 grads
1yr Earnings
History
$46K
32 grads
4yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $47K six years out, growing to $54K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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