Kent State University: what international applicants need

What are Kent State University's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Kent State University admits on a rolling basis for 2026–27: there's no single deadline, and it answers applications as they come in, so applying early is safer.

What is Kent State University's acceptance rate?

86.3% for students who started in fall 2024: Kent State University admitted 21,248 of its 24,611 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Kent State University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. Kent State University is test-optional for 2026–27: you decide whether to send SAT or ACT scores.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.

What SAT score do you need for Kent State University?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 500–610 in Math and 510–630 in Reading and Writing (17% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 18–25.
• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

How much is Kent State University's application fee for international students?

Kent State University's application fee is $70 for international applicants: $20 more than the $50 US applicants pay.

Does Kent State University accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. Kent State University accepts the Common App fee waiver and doesn't limit it to US students.

• Your eligibility is confirmed through the Common App, usually with your counselor.

Which English tests does Kent State University accept?

Kent State University doesn't list its English tests on the Common App: they're detailed on its international applicants page.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

How many recommendation letters does Kent State University require?

Kent State University doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Kent State University require the Common App personal essay?

No. Kent State University doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.

How many international students does Kent State University have?

825 of Kent State University's 20,841 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 4%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Kent State University cost for international students?

Kent State University is a public university: international students pay at least the out-of-state rate, $23,082 in published tuition and fees for 2024–25 (in-state students paid $13,232). Some public universities add an international fee. On-campus food and housing was $13,794. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $42,466 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source