Freshman admission eligibility at the Kent Campus is based upon an applicant’s cumulative high school GPA and, in some cases, standardized test scores and the college preparatory curriculum. Students not meeting the freshman admission criteria for the Kent Campus who wish to enter the Kent State University system must enroll for at least one semester at a Regional Campus. Enrollment at the Regional Campuses permits students to take advantage of smaller class sizes, more individualized advising services and a wider range of developmental programs.

For the deferred freshman or transfer student who enrolls at a Regional Campus to obtain the best possible foundation for academic success, it is recommended that the student complete the following minimum academic achievements before enrolling at the Kent Campus:

1. Successfully complete any developmental coursework as prescribed by an academic advisor.
2. Successfully complete 12 semester hours of coursework.
3. Achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00.

Students are strongly encouraged to work closely with their academic advisor in planning for the transition to the Kent Campus.