Known for business — major research university
Kennesaw State University is a public institution in Kennesaw with particular strength in business and engineering. With an average SAT of 1120, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A large campus of 39.5K undergraduates with a 23:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
48% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $57,552 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $16,972.
Established
1963
Motto
"Wisdom, Justice, Moderation"
Mascot
Scrappy the Owl
Type
Public research university
Conference
Conference USA
Division
Division II
69%Acceptance
1120SAT Avg
39,503Students
23:1Student:Faculty
48%Grad Rate
$57,552Earnings 10yr
$16,972Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate69.2%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1120
Reading & WritingMid: 580
520620
MathMid: 570
500600
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 23
1925
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$5,786
Tuition (out-of-state)$17,040
Room & Board$13,027
Books & Supplies$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance$24,618
Average Net Price$16,972
Median Debt at Graduation$23,833
Monthly Payment (10yr)$253
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$13,754
$30–48K$14,822
$48–75K$17,890
$75–110K$20,179
$110K+$20,512
Programs (168)
Student Body
Undergrads
39,503
Gender Split
50% / 50%
Women / Men
First Generation
27%
Pell Grant Recipients
35%
Race & Ethnicity
White 43%
Black 27%
Hispanic 16%
Asian 6%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 2%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate48.1%
Freshman Retention78.7%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$47,863
8 Years$52,536
10 Years$57,552
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$42,900
Men
$56,100
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Owls
Rankings
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia