Kennesaw State University
About Kennesaw State University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Kennesaw State University is a public university in Kennesaw, Georgia, in the Atlanta metro area. It is the third-largest university in Georgia and offers programs in business, engineering, nursing, and education across two campuses.
Founded
1963
Location
Kennesaw, Georgia
Students
46,258
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
69.2%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
52.2%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,808
Out-of-state: $17,736
Avg Net Price
$15,048
After financial aid
SAT Average
1113
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$57,552
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
69.2 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Kennesaw State University accepts 69.2% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
1113/ 1600
ACT Scores
23/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
52.2% complete their degree within six years
Retention
76.7%
4-Year Grad
17%
6-Year Grad
49%
Teaching Quality
22:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
63.5%
$/Student
$5.7K
Class Size
Large
The 17% graduation rate is below average, but 76.7% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$5,808
In-State
$17,736
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$13,287
Books & Supplies
$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance
$24,008
After Financial Aid
$15,048
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$12,235
Receive Grants
37.7%
Take Loans
32.7%
The full cost of attendance is about $24,008/yr for in-state students, including $13,287 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $15,048. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $17,736.
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 Kennesaw State University fund their education.
While in School
37.7%
Get Grants
Free money
32.7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$43,182
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$23,833
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$253/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 32.7% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $23,833. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Kennesaw State University.
Gender
49.9%
Female
50%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
41,254
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
5,004
Graduates
26.9%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
12.3%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (50% women, 50% men). 26.9% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
41,254
Students
public
Institution
Large
Campus Size
R2 Research
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Kennesaw State University fields 10 varsity teams with 603 student athletes, about 1% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division I-FCS
Conference
Atlantic Sun
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
10
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
603
1% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
50% / 50%
301
Men
302
Women
6
Men's Teams
8
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Kennesaw State Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$57,552
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Psychology, General
$31K
463 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$53K
282 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$81K
261 grads
1yr Earnings
Mechanical Engineering
$67K
240 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$32K
240 grads
1yr Earnings
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
$30K
239 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $48K six years out, growing to $58K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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