Kettering University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Flint, Michigan with 1,205 undergraduates. It admits 79% of applicants, costs an average of $29,797 a year after grants and graduates 74% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Kettering University acceptance rate and admissions
Kettering University admitted 79% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 580 to 660, math 580 to 670). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Kettering University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early action | Nov 15, 2026 |
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Next deadline: Early action, Nov 15, 2026. Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Kettering University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Kettering University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $50,650 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $10,750 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $64,286 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $29,797 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $29,797 a year after grants and scholarships, $34,489 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Kettering University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Kettering University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 74% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $96,136 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $24,500 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 25% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Kettering University majors and what graduates earn
Kettering University awarded bachelor's degrees in 14 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from computer engineering ($120,531).
All 14 majors at Kettering University
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer engineering | 35 | $86,105 | $120,531 | $26,183 |
| Electrical engineering | 33 | $80,123 | $109,977 | $24,000 |
| Computer science | 48 | $87,541 | $106,638 | $23,500 |
| Chemical engineering | 23 | $79,490 | $103,868 | $30,000 |
| Mechanical engineering | 165 | $82,803 | $99,292 | $26,507 |
| Industrial engineering | 20 | $85,982 | $86,265 | $21,961 |
| Biology | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Business administration | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Biochemistry and molecular biology | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Engineering Physics | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Engineering, general | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Chemistry | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Physics | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Applied mathematics | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
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.
Graduate programs at Kettering University
8 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 8 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business administration | Master's | 46 | $119,450 | $32,612 |
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other | Master's | 39 | $128,363 | n/a |
| Engineering Science | Master's | 31 | $122,875 | n/a |
| Engineering-Related Fields | Master's | 21 | $128,834 | n/a |
| Engineering, general | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Business analytics and operations research | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Electrical engineering | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Computer science | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 1,205 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 20% women, 80% men
- 11 students for every faculty member
- Setting: small city
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Kettering University?
Kettering University admitted 79% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Kettering University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $50,650. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $29,797 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Kettering University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 580 to 660 in reading and writing and 580 to 670 in math, and 26 to 30 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Kettering University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Kettering University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Kettering University?
74% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Kettering University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $96,136 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.