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Kennesaw State University

Kennesaw State University is a large, public institution located in Kennesaw, ga. Founded in 1965, Kennesaw State University offers undergraduate degrees in 168 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Public
athletics Division 1
undergraduates 38,051 undergraduates
cost $5,786 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into Kennesaw State University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 67.9%
SAT score average 1133
ACT score average N/A
Average high school GPA 3.47
Application fee $40
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Key deadlines

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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Kennesaw State University is known for one of its top majors: Psychology, General. Their student-faculty ratio is 22:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
22 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Social Sciences and Psychology
Other
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies
Education and Teaching
Business and Management
Computer Science and Information Technology
Health and Medical Professions

Popular majors

Psychology, General
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Biology, General
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Computer Science

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $5,786
Additional expenses
Room & board $12,947
Books & supplies $1,500
Other expenses $7,020
Cost of attendance* $27,253
Average financial aid package $12,960
Estimated cost $14,293 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $17,040
Additional expenses
Room & board $12,947
Books & supplies $1,500
Other expenses $7,020
Cost of attendance* $38,507
Average financial aid package $12,960
Estimated cost $25,547 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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Student population

Who’s going to be there? Kennesaw State University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 38,051, with gender binary students split 50% male and 50% female.

Total enrollment

45,152

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
39%
African American %
25%
Hispanic American %
15%
Asian %
5%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
5%
Unknown %
11%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At Kennesaw State University, students love their Kennesaw Activities Board. Student athletes compete in Division 1 sports.

Campus info

map 1000 Chastain Rd, Kennesaw, GA 30144
phone 470-578-4636
address www.kennesaw.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Kennesaw activities board

African american student alliance

International student association

Ksu esports organization

Ieee computer society

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Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 1
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Kennesaw State University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Kennesaw State University?

Kennesaw State University is located in Kennesaw, ga.

What is the acceptance rate at Kennesaw State University? 

The acceptance rate for Kennesaw State University is 68%.

What’s the average GPA for Kennesaw State University?

The average high school GPA for Kennesaw State University students was 3.47.

How much does it cost for 4 years at Kennesaw State University?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at Kennesaw State University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $109,012.

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