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Kennesaw State University

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Overview

Founded in 1963, the Kennesaw State University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Kennesaw (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Georgia. This institution also has a branch campus in Marietta. Officially accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, Kennesaw State University (KSU) is a very large sized (uniRank enrollment range: 35,000-39,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Kennesaw State University (KSU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 61-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 50-59% making this US higher education organization an averagely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. KSU 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

Kennesaw State University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Kennesaw State University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Kennesaw State University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large sized

Selectivity

Kennesaw State University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateaveragely selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym KSU
Founded 1963
Motto
Colours Black and gold
Mascot Scrappy the Owl
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University Location

Address 1000 Chastain Road
Kennesaw
30144-5591 Georgia
United States
Kennesaw State University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Kennesaw State University Phone Number (470) 578 6000
Kennesaw State University Fax Number (770) 423 6541
Other locations Marietta

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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 Kennesaw State University 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 Kennesaw State University'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 Kennesaw State University 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 Kennesaw State University.



Kennesaw State University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro)
International
students
17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro) over 20,000 US$ (18,225 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

Kennesaw State University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Kennesaw State University'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 50-59% making it an averagely 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

Not reported


Kennesaw State University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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


Kennesaw State University's Admission Office Admission Office

3391 Town Pointe Drive, Suite 1000
Kennesaw 30144-5591
(770) 423 6300


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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

Kennesaw State University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 35,000 to 39,999, making it a very large-sized institution.


Kennesaw State University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 3,000 to 3,499 members.


Kennesaw State University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


Kennesaw State University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Kennesaw State University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Kennesaw State University'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.


Kennesaw State University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Kennesaw State University 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


Kennesaw State University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Kennesaw State University's Library


Kennesaw State University's Housing University Housing

Yes


Kennesaw State University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Kennesaw State University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Kennesaw State University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Kennesaw State University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Kennesaw State University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


Kennesaw State University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Kennesaw State University'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.


Kennesaw State University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Kennesaw State University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2014


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • American Council for Construction Education
  • Applied and Natural Science Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • Council for Standards in Human Service Education
  • Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation
  • Council on Social Work Education, Board of Accreditation
  • Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences
  • National Architectural Accrediting Board
  • National Association of Schools of Art and Design, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration, Commission on Peer Review and Accreditation
  • National Association of Schools of Theatre, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education
  • Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration, Commission on Peer Review and Accreditation


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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 Kennesaw State University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • University System of Georgia
  • American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU)
  • 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 Kennesaw State University '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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