Kent State University at Stark is a public 2-year college in North Canton, Ohio with 2,692 undergraduates. It has open admission, costs an average of $9,980 a year after grants and graduates 35% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Kent State University at Stark acceptance rate and admissions
Kent State University at Stark has open admission: it admits students with a high school diploma or equivalent. Some programs, such as nursing or other health fields, can have their own entry requirements.
Kent State University at Stark tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $7,716 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $17,960 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $16,502 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $9,980 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $9,980 a year after grants and scholarships, $6,522 less than the full cost of attendance. This figure covers in-state students.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students paying in-state tuition, by family income (2024-25):
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Kent State University at Stark graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 35% of first-time, full-time students finished within three years (students who started in 2022).
- Former students earned a median of $51,178 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $23,000 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 45% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Kent State University at Stark majors and what graduates earn
Kent State University at Stark awarded bachelor's degrees in 4 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from liberal arts and general studies ($53,833).
All 4 majors at Kent State University at Stark
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal arts and general studies | 3 | $42,637 | $53,833 | $29,196 |
| Music | 1 | $34,179 | $43,222 | $25,000 |
| IT and network administration | 14 | $50,402 | n/a | $28,750 |
| Art and design, general | 1 | n/a | n/a | $25,000 |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Students and location
- 2,692 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 63% women, 37% men
- 24 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large suburb
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
Is it hard to get into Kent State University at Stark?
No. Kent State University at Stark has open admission for students with a high school diploma or equivalent. Some programs may have extra requirements.
How much does Kent State University at Stark cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $7,716 for in-state students and $17,960 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $9,980 a year in 2024-25.
What is the graduation rate at Kent State University at Stark?
35% of first-time, full-time students finished within three years.
How much do Kent State University at Stark graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $51,178 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.