Kent State University at Kent
Locations: Kent (OH)
Annual Tuition: $23,082
Programs with 5+ Reviews
Master's 3.5 Communications
Master's 3.2 Education
Master's 4.2 Information Technology
Master's 3.1 Liberal Studies
Master's 4.1 Library Science
Master's 3.6
Student Reviews
Morgan Sizler
Reviewed: 5/27/2015
Degree: Communications (Speech Pathology)
I think that's the classes prepares me for the graduate program, however the professors have made students feel intimidated and afraid to come to them with queations and concerns. My personal experience has been poor in terms of finding help for employment on campus and advice for financial aid when seeking help. The knowledge I gain from the courses is vital and I have learned a great deal but I have found myself intimidated to ask questions and left feeling inadequate by attitudes of faculty.
Shelley Burke
Reviewed: 5/1/2015
Degree: Communications
I like the flexibility of being able to complete my entire graduate program online, which allows me to work full time. I also appreciate the help of the professors and staff.
Laura Andrews
Reviewed: 3/2/2015
Degree: Communications
My current graduate program is great because I am able to take classes during the evenings after my 9-5 job is completed for the day. The professors are extremely knowledgable in their niche fields and bring many different perspectives to classes.
Amber Puckette
Reviewed: 2/15/2015
Degree: School Counseling
The program is comparable to other programs, but it does focus too much on clinical mental health rather than school counseling. As far as I can tell all programs do this unfortunately. The teachers are great, especially the school counseling ones. It is overall a good experience, but there is always room for improvement.
Zach Falor
Reviewed: 2/15/2015
Degree: Architecture
Kent State is a quality school that has a diverse culture and a very quick graduate program that can get you on track towards your goals quickly.
Laura Langenberg
Reviewed: 2/11/2015
Degree: School Psychology
This graduate program has high standards for students and offers a variety of relevant field experiences to facilitate training. The faculty are very knowledgeable and helpful. It is a rigorous program, but it is worth it because of all the knowledge that is gained.
Ashley Smith
Reviewed: 1/22/2015
Degree: Public Health
My overall experience with the KSU MPH program was excellent. Orientation was ok - they basically just took you on a tour, told you about the campus and resources. From what I remember it wasn't specific to your program. KSU graduate programs are really good about have a wide variety of scheduled classes. I took classes in the morning, afternoon and evening. As early as 8 am and as late at 6 or 7 pm. Some of my classes were scheduled like undergrad - where they were M, W and F in the morning or afternoon,... Read More
Andrew Frey
Reviewed: 1/18/2015
Degree: Education
I really think this program makes it very convenient for a teacher to pursue graduate work on their own schedule. It's great that I do not have to take time off of my career to go to a school out of state, and instead can utilize what I'm learning in my own classroom. The staff is very helpful and respond quickly when questions arise!
murali mohan gaddameeni
Reviewed: 12/25/2014
Degree: Computer Science
pros: good campus,proffesors,good in teaching more; chances of getting on campus jobs cons: tution fee is high for international students
tess carlisle
Reviewed: 12/17/2014
Degree: Nursing
I am currently in a graduate programs for nursing. The staff is phenomenal, they continue to be knowledgable, helpful, and reachable each semester. The nursing program is staffed with competent, field experienced nurses who geniunely care about the success of their students. Some of the graduate nursing programs requirements can be difficult to navigate through and stay on top of, however they recently launched an additional free "course" on their online blackboard site to assist students with keeping... Read More
Hannah Morgan
Reviewed: 12/15/2014
Degree: Public Relations
The program is wonderfully designed for working professionals seeking to advance their education while maintaining a full time job. The forums and assignments still promote student interaction and the diversity within the class encourages classmates to tie in personal experiences with course material. Online courses have many obstacles, yet Kent does its best to make the faculty and information as accessible as possible.
william hamlet
Reviewed: 12/10/2014
Degree: Biomedical Sciences
Pros: Great mentors/advisors/faculty. In general, theres an open-door policy. KSU staff are hit and miss (facility services takes months to fix issues for students) but BMS staff are excellent. Recent efforts by new chair has greatly improved problems described below. This trend will hopefully continue. Cons: Coursework and workload tends to be low. Often courses are revised to make it easier for the laziest students. Not all students are lazy but the ones who are seem to define program. Bad students... Read More
Lucy Coughlin
Reviewed: 12/9/2014
Degree: Neuropsychology
Kent State University has a unique BMS program. Students can rotate and choose labs in a variety of campuses including NEOMED and the Cleveland Clinic. They offer a lot of financial support to students and offer a variety of other services. The town itself is nice, downtown Kent has a lively atmosphere. It is an hour from Cleveland, but with no good public transport it makes travel difficult without your own vehicle. Faculty at Kent and NEOMED are very helpful and willing to work with students. Coursework... Read More
Jillian Watts
Reviewed: 12/3/2014
Degree: Education
Kent State's Cultural Foundation of Education program is amazing. The rigor is high and the classes are very interesting. The faculty are supportive and like a second family. My Ph.D. process has definitely been a exciting, educative time that I will never forget.
Kathryn Stoeckle
Reviewed: 11/23/2014
Degree: Communications
I love their use of technology for education. The program is completely online and the professors are always easy to contact. However, I don't live in the area, so I can't really rate those. But when there was an Ebola patient in contact with a staff member, the University was very proactive in alerting and educating students. Plus, this is the only graduate program I have found that allows students to take one course at a time, which is truly built for working professionals.
Allison Waxman
Reviewed: 11/11/2014
Degree: Special Education
I am in the Deaf Education program, working toward my Masters in Education. I love that the classes are smaller, as that gives you the ability to get to know your classmates and professors. Something I really dislike is that most of the Deaf Education classes are accompanied by undergraduates working toward their bachelors degree. There is supplemental work for graduate students, but mainly writing assignments that do not take much effort. Undergraduates tend to not have as great of work ethic as... Read More
Courtney Kopache
Reviewed: 11/9/2014
Degree: Liberal Studies
The staff and faculty have been very supportive and have helped me progress as a student. I know that I will be able to be a successful student and graduate with my Master's degree on time and with a good GPA.
Chelsea Jacoby
Reviewed: 11/6/2014
Degree: Fitness Trainer
Going to Kent State for graduate school was the best decision I could've made, especially having the opportunity to be a graduate assistant. I have gained an amazing amount of teaching experience and made amazing connections/networking that I am very grateful for.
alyssa gwirtz
Reviewed: 11/4/2014
Degree: Mathematics
The Kent State University Master's of Arts in Mathematics for Secondary Education Teachers allows me to work full-time as a high school teacher while pursuing a master's degree. This program is tailored to my lifestyle and offers classes in the evenings and in the summer. Without this specific program at KSU, it would be extremely difficult for me to complete a master's degree program while simultaneously teaching full-time.
Elizabeth Jeschke
Reviewed: 10/12/2014
Degree: School Psychology
The pros would be the adjunct faculty coming in to teach. We learned so much more than simply our "in theory" coursework. The biggest con would be that our program was in so much transition during my years there that we almost felt lost in the shuffle.