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About Kennesaw State University

public doctoral universitystem focused programslarge georgia campusaccessible admissionsbusiness and engineering strength

Kennesaw State University is a public research university in Kennesaw, GA, known for its stem focused programs, large georgia campus, and accessible admissions. With an acceptance rate of 68%, KSU is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 7,024 students each year. Admitted students typically score between 1010–1210 on the SAT and 19–26 on the ACT. KSU offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $6,815 per year; the sticker price of $38,507 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Kennesaw State University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

68%
Overall Accept Rate
3.50
Typical Admitted GPA
1110
Median Admitted SAT
GPATypical admitted range: 3.25 – 3.75 unweighted

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SATSubmitted score range: 1010 – 1210

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ACTScore range: 19 – 26

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Kennesaw State University

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Application Strategy
KSU has strong programs in business, computer science, and nursing, so if you are applying to one of those colleges, reference your specific academic or career goals tied to that program in your application rather than writing generically about attending KSU.
Test Score Strategy
KSU requires test scores, so order your official score reports through College Board or ACT as soon as you submit your application to avoid processing delays.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Kennesaw State University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceAvg. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$39k/yr$12.2k
30k-48k~$39k/yr$12.7k
48k-75k~$39k/yr$15.2k
75k-110k~$39k/yr$18.3k
110k+~$39k/yr$19.3k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

48%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$48k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
22:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
33,903
Undergrad Enrollment

Student Body

Student body composition

Race & Ethnicity

39%White
28%Black / African American
17%Hispanic
6%Asian
5%Two or More Races
3%Unknown / Unreported
2%International
0%American Indian / AK Native
0%Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
Gender50% Men · 50% Women
Citizenship / Immigration Status98% Citizens and Immigrants · 2% International
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