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Kettering College

Kettering, Ohio 45429-1299

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Strong graduate outcomes — known for health sciences

Kettering College is a private urban institution in Kettering, Ohio. The school is accessible to a wide range of students, with an average SAT of 1120.

A small campus of 543 undergraduates with a 9:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

65% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $67,492 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $15,156.

Established
1967
Type
Private college

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83%Acceptance
1120SAT Avg
543Students
9:1Student:Faculty
65%Grad Rate
$67,492Earnings 10yr
$15,156Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Kettering College Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate82.9%

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 20
1826

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

82.9%

Trend

SAT Avg

1120

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$15,672
Room & Board$9,270
Books & Supplies$1,962
Total Cost of Attendance$26,365
Average Net Price$15,156
Median Debt at Graduation$23,500
Monthly Payment (10yr)$249

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$13,530
$30–48K$12,505
$48–75K$13,946
$75–110K$14,068
$110K+$21,604

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

53.8%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$19,456

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

3

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

1

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

0

Motor Vehicle Theft

0

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

1

Drug Arrests

1

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (11)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

81%

Mixed
  • •81% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
543
Gender Split
86% / 14%
Women / Men
First Generation
40%
Pell Grant Recipients
24%

Race & Ethnicity

White 67%
Black 9%
Hispanic 4%
Asian 4%
Two+ 2%
Int'l 11%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate65.0%
Freshman Retention80.5%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$60,692
10 Years$67,492

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#2
↑2
vs 2024

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

CVG Cincinnati51 mi
CMH Columbus72 mi
IND Indianapolis112 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA708 mi · ~20h 27m drive
New York, NY542 mi · ~15h 39m drive
Hartford, CT619 mi · ~17h 53m drive
Providence, RI684 mi · ~19h 46m drive
Albany, NY579 mi · ~16h 44m drive
Syracuse, NY477 mi · ~13h 47m drive
Rochester, NY416 mi · ~12h 1m drive
Buffalo, NY353 mi · ~10h 12m drive
Philadelphia, PA479 mi · ~13h 50m drive
Pittsburgh, PA228 mi · ~6h 35m drive
Harrisburg, PA389 mi · ~11h 14m drive
Newark, NJ533 mi · ~15h 24m drive
Washington, DC386 mi · ~11h 9m drive
Baltimore, MD405 mi · ~11h 42m drive
Atlanta, GA411 mi · ~11h 52m drive
Charlotte, NC359 mi · ~10h 22m drive
Raleigh, NC406 mi · ~11h 44m drive
Miami, FL990 mi · ~28h 36m drive
Orlando, FL787 mi · ~22h 44m drive
Tampa, FL818 mi · ~23h 38m drive
Nashville, TN282 mi · ~8h 9m drive
New Orleans, LA751 mi · ~21h 42m drive
Richmond, VA394 mi · ~11h 23m drive
Chicago, IL235 mi · ~6h 47m drive
Detroit, MI192 mi · ~5h 33m drive
Minneapolis, MN589 mi · ~17h 1m drive
St. Louis, MO330 mi · ~9h 32m drive
Kansas City, MO556 mi · ~16h 4m drive
Indianapolis, IN105 mi · ~3h 2m drive
Columbus, OH66 mi · ~1h 54m drive
Cleveland, OH181 mi · ~5h 14m drive
Milwaukee, WI301 mi · ~8h 42m drive
Dallas, TX848 mi · ~24h 30m drive
Houston, TX933 mi · ~26h 57m drive
Austin, TX1004 mi · ~29h drive
San Antonio, TX1077 mi · ~31h 7m drive
Los Angeles, CA1910 mi · ~55h 11m drive
San Francisco, CA2049 mi · ~59h 12m drive
San Diego, CA1889 mi · ~54h 34m drive
Seattle, WA1962 mi · ~56h 41m drive
Portland, OR1978 mi · ~57h 9m drive
Denver, CO1103 mi · ~31h 52m drive
Phoenix, AZ1599 mi · ~46h 12m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1457 mi · ~42h 5m drive
Honolulu, HI4443 mi · ~128h 21m drive
Mid-Atlantic / Central (moderate winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Cincinnati (CVG)51 miles
Rental car
77 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
102 min$61-102
Columbus (CMH)72 miles
Rental car
108 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
144 min$86-144

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