Kent State University at Ashtabula SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements
Kent State Ashtabula admits most applicants, but its 53% freshman retention rate makes fit and support worth taking seriously. With a GPA around 3.30 you are near the entering average, and if you submit SAT scores, aim above 870 to strengthen the academic side of your application.
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Kent State University at Ashtabula facts and stats
Kent State University at Ashtabula enrolls about 1,738 undergraduate students. Kent State Ashtabula has a freshman retention rate of 53% and a 6-year graduation rate of 14%. The student-to-faculty ratio is 22:1.
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How do your scores compare at Kent State Ashtabula?
Key Kent State University at Ashtabula application dates
Key dates
Regular Decision
August 1
Early Action
Not offered
Early Decision
Not offered
Priority Deadline
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Financial Aid Priority
February 1
Test dates
August 22, 2026
Registration deadline: August 7, 2026
September 12, 2026
Registration deadline: August 28, 2026
October 3, 2026
Registration deadline: September 18, 2026
September 19, 2026
Registration deadline: August 14, 2026
October 17, 2026
Registration deadline: September 11, 2026
December 12, 2026
Registration deadline: November 6, 2026
Because Kent State Ashtabula is test-optional, follow this timeline only if you choose to submit SAT or ACT scores. Take your first test by the spring of junior year so you can use the summer before senior year for a superscore-focused retake. With the Regular Decision deadline on August 1, fall senior-year retakes will be too late, so aim to have any scores you want considered ready before then.
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What you'll actually pay
Kent State Ashtabula lists in-state tuition at $6,893 and out-of-state tuition at $17,038. About 68% of students receive aid, with an average merit award of $1,425. Submit the FAFSA by the February 1 priority deadline to be considered for available aid.
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Out-of-state tuition at Kent State Ashtabula is $17,038, while in-state tuition is $6,893. Room and board adds about $14,440, so housing choices can significantly affect total cost. About 68% of students receive aid, with an average aid package of $9,232, and the average merit award is $1,425. Graduates leave with an average debt of $48,313.
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1% of undergrads live on campus
No fraternity or sorority life on campus.
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