
Kent State University
About Unieristy
Founded in 1910, Kent State University (KSU) is a public research institution located in northeast Ohio. It has expanded its reach globally, with locations in New York City and countries such as China, Italy, Switzerland, and India.
The main campus features traditional architecture and extensive green spaces, offering a rural atmosphere despite its proximity to metropolitan areas like Cleveland and Youngstown. This location provides students with easy access to cultural attractions, dining options, and internship opportunities.
KSU offers a diverse set of over 300 undergraduate and graduate programs, ranging from Fashion to Nursing. Approximately one-third of students pursue STEM-related degrees.
The university is actively enhancing its healthcare and public health research and education initiatives through substantial investments and collaborations with regional medical institutions, including Cleveland Clinic Foundation, University Hospitals, and NEOMED.
Home to the Liquid Crystal Institute, KSU conducts pioneering research in liquid crystal technology, which has applications in various electronic devices such as LCD televisions, computer monitors, and tablets.
KSU is notable for hosting Ohio’s first accredited aviation flight program and the state’s only FAA-authorized degree program in air traffic control.
The institution has earned several Ohio Center of Excellence designations in areas like Cultural and Societal Transformation, Biomedicine and Healthcare, and Enabling Technologies: Advanced Materials and Sensors.
KSU boasts a strong athletic tradition, having won multiple Mid-American Conference awards for excellence in men’s and women’s sports programs, as well as for overall program excellence.