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Kennesaw State University

Kennesaw, Georgia · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$47,863

Acceptance Rate

69%

Graduation Rate

47%

Annual Tuition

$5,786

At a Glance

Total Students

39,503

Retention Rate

79%

Faculty Ratio

23

Financial Aid

35%

Median Debt

$23,833

Campus Setting

Suburban

Institution Type

Public

Institution Overview

Kennesaw State University is a public institution with a large student body of 39,503. The university has a moderately selective admissions process, accepting 69.2% of applicants. The retention rate is 78.7%, and the graduation rate is 47.2%. The average in-state tuition is $5,786.

Graduates of Kennesaw State University report earnings of $48,335 one year after graduation. Five years after graduation, earnings are $47,863, and ten years after graduation, earnings increase to $57,552. The median debt for students is $23,833, and 35.1% of students receive financial aid.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$48k

1 YEAR

$48k

5 YEARS

$58k

10 YEARS

Top 41% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Kennesaw State University alumni earn a median salary of $48,335. Five years after graduation, the median salary is $47,863. Ten years after graduation, the median salary increases to $57,552. The median debt for graduates is $23,833.

Kennesaw State University has a 69.2% acceptance rate and a 47.2% graduation rate. The retention rate is 78.7%. The in-state tuition is $5,786. A total of 35.1% of students receive financial aid.

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Campus Location

Kennesaw, Georgia

Kennesaw, GA 30144

Kennesaw State University is located in Kennesaw, Georgia. The campus is in a suburban setting. Kennesaw’s safety score of 79 reflects its secure, student-friendly environment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Kennesaw State University has an acceptance rate of 69.2%.