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Keene State College

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Overview

Founded in 1909, the Keene State College is a non-profit public multidisciplinary higher education institution located in the rural setting of the large town of Keene (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), New Hampshire. Officially accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education, Keene State College (KSC) is a small sized (uniRank enrollment range: 3,000-3,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Keene State College (KSC) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 116-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this US higher education organization a least selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. KSC also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Keene State College's Control Typepublic

Entity

Keene State College's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Keene State College' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall sized

Selectivity

Keene State College's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym KSC
Founded 1909
Motto Enter to learn; go forth to serve
Colours Red
Mascot Hootie the Owl
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University Location

Address 229 Main Street
Keene
03435-1506 New Hampshire
United States
Keene State College's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Keene State College Phone Number (603) 352 1909
Keene State College Fax Number (603) 358 2257
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Keene State College is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Keene State College's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Keene State College categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Keene State College.



Keene State College: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro) 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro)
International
students
20,000-24,999 US$ (18,225-22,780 Euro) 12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Keene State College's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Keene State College's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 80-89% making it a least selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is considered but not required
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is considered but not required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Keene State College's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Keene State College's Admission Office Admission Office

229 Main Street
Keene 03435-2604
(603) 358 2276
800 572 1909

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Keene State College's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 3,000 to 3,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Keene State College's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 300 to 399 members.


Keene State College's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


Keene State College's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Keene State College's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a rural setting.


Keene State College's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Keene State College's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

This institution has a high percentage of disabled students making it particularly disability-friendly.


Keene State College is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Keene State College's Library University Library

Yes Visit Keene State College's Library
Keene State College's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 224,169 physical volumes, 13,600 physical media, 81,895 digital/electronic mediaThe library is managed by a total number of 16 full-time employees, including 6 librarians. Keene State College's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Keene State College's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, the Keene State College provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 2,058 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Keene State College's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Keene State College's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Keene State College's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Keene State College's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Keene State College's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Keene State College's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Keene State College's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Keene State College's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Keene State College is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: New England Commission of Higher Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1949


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Keene State College's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
  • American Dietetic Association, Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education
  • Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Keene State College's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • University System of New Hampshire
  • American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Keene State College 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

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Social Media

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