International Undergraduate Degrees

Reference the descriptions below to determine which application you will need. From there, you may read tips for each application type or apply. If you’re still not sure about which application type you should use, use Ask Kent State.

Freshman

A student who has not attended any college, university, technical or proprietary school after graduation from high school. Students who have taken college coursework while in high school should apply as a new freshman.
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Transfer

A student who has enrolled in college, university, technical or proprietary school after graduation from high school.
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Post-Undergraduate

A student who has received a baccalaureate degree from a college or university, yet wishes to take additional undergraduate courses. There are two types of post-undergraduate applicants: Please Note: If you are a former Kent State University student who has not attended any other college or university since your prior enrollment, you do not need to reapply. Contact the Registrar’s Office, 330–672–3131 or visit the Admissions homepage of the Regional Campus you plan to attend.
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Guest

A student who would like to take a limited number of undergraduate courses for credit. In order to apply as a guest, students must have graduated from high school, obtained a GED certificate or the equivalent, or be currently enrolled at another institution. Guest students can only enroll for up to 18 semester hours. Students cannot earn a degree as a guest student, nor can they apply for financial aid through Kent State. If you are taking courses at another institution, please consult with their financial aid office.
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Exchange

An international student who wishes to enroll at Kent State University for one or two semesters on a non-degree basis. If you are planning seek a degree at Kent State you must complete an undergraduate or graduate application.
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