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About Keene State College

public liberal artssmall class sizeshigh acceptance ratearts and health focusnew england campus

Keene State College is a public liberal arts college in Keene, NH, known for its small class sizes, high acceptance rate, and arts and health focus. With an acceptance rate of 90%, Keene State is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 709 students each year. Keene State is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 860–1240, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Keene State offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $9,969 per year; the sticker price of $40,340 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Keene State College acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

90%
Overall Accept Rate
3.00
Typical Admitted GPA
1050
Median Admitted SAT
GPATypical admitted range: 2.50 – 3.50 unweighted

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SATSubmitted score range: 860 – 1240 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Keene State College

Application Strategy
Keene State has specific strengths in sustainability, safety studies, and education, so name your intended major clearly in your application and connect it to something concrete you have done, since a focused applicant reads better than an undecided one at this school.
Demonstrated Interest
Keene State tracks demonstrated interest, so attend an in-person open house in Keene or register for a virtual info session and follow up with an admissions counselor by name to make sure your engagement is on record.

Financial Aid & Cost

What Keene State College actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceAvg. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$40k/yr$12.2k
30k-48k~$40k/yr$12.5k
48k-75k~$40k/yr$16.0k
75k-110k~$40k/yr$18.0k
110k+~$40k/yr$22.9k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

58%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$47k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
3,060
Undergrad Enrollment

Student Body

Student body composition

Race & Ethnicity

84%White
6%Hispanic
3%Two or More Races
3%Unknown / Unreported
2%Black / African American
1%Asian
1%International
1%American Indian / AK Native
0%Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
Gender49% Men · 51% Women
Citizenship / Immigration Status99% Citizens and Immigrants · 1% International
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