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Kent State University at East Liverpool

400 E 4th St
East Liverpool, OH 43920

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Tel: (330) 385-3805

www.kent.edu

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Kent State University's eight-campus network, one of the largest regional systems in the country, serves both the development of a true living/learning approach at the Kent Campus and regional needs on seven other campuses throughout Northeast Ohio. The Kent Campus provides the resources and facilities of a large, diverse university, while the Regional Campuses - Ashtabula, East Liverpool, Geauga, Salem, Stark, Trumbull and Tuscarawas - offer the friendly, casual atmosphere of small liberal arts colleges.

School Highlights

Kent State University at East Liverpool serves 1,955 students (2% of students are full-time).

The college's student:teacher ratio of 38:1 is higher than the state community college average of 23:1.

Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 38%.

Quick Stats (2025)

Enrollment: 1,955 students
In-state tuition: $5,664
Out-state tuition: $13,624
Student:teacher ratio: 38:1
Minority enrollment: 20%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Overview

The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.

Kent State University at East Liverpool

(OH) Community College Avg.

Carnegie Classification

Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant

Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Mixed Baccalaureate/Associate's

Institution Level

Four or more years

At least 2 but less than 4 years

Institution Control

Public

Private not-for-profit

Total Faculty

52 staff

93 staff

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Student Body

The student population of Kent State University at East Liverpool has grown by 68% over five years.

The student:teacher ratio of 38:1 has increased from 23:1 over five years.

The Kent State University at East Liverpool diversity score of 0.35 is less than the state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has grown by 21% over five years.

Total Enrollment

1,955 students

533 students

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Student : Teacher Ratio

38:1

23:1

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# Full-Time Students

45 students

397 students

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# Part-Time Students

1,910 students

360 students

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This chart displays the Full-time students and Part-time students enrollment breakdown of Kent State University at East Liverpool.

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# Enrollment Undergraduate

195 students

308 students

# Full-Time Undergraduate Students

45 students

385 students

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# Full-Time Graduate Students

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10 students

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# Part-Time Undergraduate Students

1,910 students

380 students

# Part-Time Graduate Students

3 students

This chart displays graduation rate breakdown of Kent State University at East Liverpool

Total Dormitory Capacity

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425 students

% American Indian/Alaskan

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% Asian

% Hispanic

% Black

15%

% White

80%

62%

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% Hawaiian

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% Two or more races

% Non Resident races

This chart displays the percentage of Non Resident students in Kent State University at East Liverpool and the percentage of Non Resident community college students in Ohio by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.

% Unknown races

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0.35

0.58

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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)

12%

23%

This chart displays completion rates for First-Time of Full-time students of Kent State University at East Liverpool and community college average completion rates for First-Time of Full-time students of Ohio by year, with the latest 2007-08 school year data.

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)

0.1385%

0.2197%

Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)

$39,700

$31,900

This chart displays average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Kent State University at East Liverpool and community college average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Ohio by year, disaggregated by student subgroups with the latest 2012-13 school year data.

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $5,664 is more than the state average of $5,023. The in-state tuition has declined by 9% over four years.

The public out-state tuition of $13,624 is more than the state average of $10,825. The out-state tuition has declined by 9% over four years.

In-State Tuition Fees

$5,664

$5,023

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Out-State Tuition Fees

$13,624

$10,825

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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid

96%

88%

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Median Debt for Graduates

$25,000

$18,500

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Median Debt for Dropouts

$8,750

$6,500

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Acceptance Rate

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73%

SAT Reading

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460

SAT Math

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475

SAT Writing

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465

ACT Composite

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ACT English

n/a

ACT Math

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Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

Since its founding as a teacher-training school in 1910, Kent State has become an engine for economic, cultural and workforce development in the region and beyond as one of the premiere Ohio colleges. The university also has earned acclaim for applying new knowledge to address the needs of the communities it serves and society as a whole. Established in 1965, Kent State's East Liverpool Campus occupies a downtown site overlooking the Ohio River and includes the Main Building, Memorial Auditorium, Mary Patterson Building and a Commons. Kent State University East Liverpool Campus offers classes and coursework leading to 12 associate degrees and seven bachelor's degrees, including one of Ohio's occupational therapy assistant programs, computer technology and physical therapy assistant training. With small class sizes, available counseling and tutoring to help students excel, and over 200 academic paths that can be started on campus and completed within the Kent State system, our southeastern Ohio campus is a convenient center for learning and career enhancement. Kent State University is accredited without reservation by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Kent State University at East Liverpool cost?

Kent State University at East Liverpool's tuition is approximately $5,664 for In-State students and $13,624 for Out-State students.

In what neighborhood is Kent State University at East Liverpool located?

Kent State University at East Liverpool is located in the Downtown neighborhood of East Liverpool, OH.

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Quick Stats (2025)

Enrollment: 1,955 students
In-state tuition: $5,664
Out-state tuition: $13,624
Student:teacher ratio: 38:1
Minority enrollment: 20%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Did You Know?

For Ohio public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $5,023 per year for in-state students and $10,825 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $13,816 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Ohio is 74%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Ohio community colleges have a of 0.58, which is higher than the national average of 0.00. The most diverse community college in Ohio is Ross College-Canton. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.