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Kennesaw State University

Kennesaw, GA · Public · Large suburb · Website

Kennesaw State University campus
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Admission rate
69%
Accessible
Average net price
$16,325
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
50%
Median earnings
$62,766
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Kennesaw State University is a public college in Kennesaw, GA with 41,254 undergraduates. It admits 69% of applicants, and admitted students average 1113 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $16,325 per year ($14,182 for families earning under $30,000). 50% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $62,766 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
69%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
23,138
Fall 2023
Admitted
16,008
Fall 2023
Yield
51%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing510–620
200800
SAT Math490–600
200800
ACT Composite19–26
136

What Kennesaw State University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementNot considered
  • RecommendationsNot considered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$25,668
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$5,808
Out-of-state tuition
$18,072

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$14,182
  • $30–48k$14,246
  • $48–75k$15,409
  • $75–110k$18,832
  • $110k+$21,295

Get a personal estimate with Kennesaw State University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
50%
Freshman retention
77%
Median earnings
$62,766
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$21,500
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
41,254
Student–faculty ratio
23:1
Receive Pell grants
41%
  • White39%
  • Hispanic17%
  • Black28%
  • Asian6%

Kennesaw State University FAQ

What is Kennesaw State University's acceptance rate?+

Kennesaw State University admits 69% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Kennesaw State University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 510–620 on SAT Reading and Writing and 490–600 on SAT Math; the average total is 1113.

What ACT score do you need for Kennesaw State University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 19–26.

Is Kennesaw State University test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Kennesaw State University?+

In Fall 2023, 23,138 students applied to Kennesaw State University and 16,008 were admitted; 8,234 enrolled.

Does Kennesaw State University consider legacy status?+

No. Kennesaw State University reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Kennesaw State University require an essay?+

Kennesaw State University reported that an essay or personal statement is not considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Kennesaw State University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $25,668 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $16,325.

What is Kennesaw State University's graduation rate?+

50% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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