Kent State University at Salem
Salem, Ohio · Rural: FringeOfficial Website ↗
Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology →
Kent State University at Salem is a public four-year university located in Salem, Ohio. The college enrolls approximately 1,463 undergraduate students. In-state tuition is $7,325 per year ($16,438 out-of-state), below average for public institutions. The six-year graduation rate is 2%, which is below average compared to the national average of 63%.
The six-year graduation rate measures students who earn their degree within 150% of normal time (6 years for a 4-year program). It is the federal standard for comparing outcomes across institutions.
- ✓Tuition ($7,325/yr) is well below the national average for public colleges
- ✓Reasonable room and board costs at $1,200/yr
- ✓Small campus environment (1,463 students) — more personal attention and close-knit community
- ✓Publicly funded institution — tuition subsidized by state taxes for in-state residents
- ·Graduation rate of 2% is below the national average — research completion support services
This college is a strong fit for in-state students who want a quality education at a subsidized cost, and students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.
All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.
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