Parents & Families

Welcome Parents and Families of Future Flashes

Here you will find information on the next steps in the admission process, financial aid and scholarships, housing, new student orientation called Destination 91�ֿ� (DKS), and the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions from parents of our incoming students.

$375+ Million in Financial Aid Awarded in 2024-2025

93% First-Year Students Received Financial Support in 2024-2025

36% of Kent Campus Students Graduate Debt-Free

55,000+ Internships and Co-ops Offered Annually

4 Years Golden Guarantee Locked In for Tuition, Room and Board

Parents and Families Checklist

Get to Know 91�ֿ�!

Keep Your Student On Track!

Why 91�ֿ�? Academic Prestige.

Did you know 91�ֿ� is home to 16 Pulitzer Prize winners, and many of our schools and programs have received national recognition? Read more about 91�ֿ�'s academic prestige and award-winning alumni by visiting our webpage.

Campus Safety

The safety of your student is the top priority at 91�ֿ�. We offer a wide range of comprehensive resources and services to help mitigate, respond to and recover from incidents affecting our campus communities. Learn more about how we keep our campus safe and informed by visiting our webpage.

Student Services

91�ֿ� is proud to offer award-winning academic student support services through tutoring, supplemental instruction and academic coaching sessions. Explore academic services your student can benefit from by visiting the Academic Success Center webpage.

Explore Kent

Kent's beautiful campus is nestled alongside the vibrant college town of Kent with easy access to Akron, Cleveland or even the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. There's so much to discover by visiting our webpage!

Frequently Asked Questions

When can my student apply for on-campus housing?

Your student can apply to live in one of our 20+ residence halls and multiple themed living communities (where your student can live alongside others who share their interests and passions) beginning Oct. 1 for incoming spring students and Jan. 14 for incoming fall students in the .

Is your student not sure where to live? Check out our 3D housing tours.

If your student plans to commute, they will need to submit a commuter exemption form in their beginning Oct. 1 for incoming spring students and Jan. 14 for incoming fall students.

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