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Kent State University-Stark Campus, also known as Kent Stark or Kent State Stark, was established in the year 1946. It is a liberal arts university in North Canton, Ohio. Kent State Stark has a 200-acre campus that offers enrollment to more than 10,000 students. The university offers a range of baccalaureate, associate, and master degrees in the fields of business administration, communication, English, history, justice studies, nursing, and psychology among others.
Kent State Stark's campus is home to more than 30 student clubs and organizations. The university’s alumni include eminent personalities like Brannon Braga, writer and producer; Ronald Harris, Boxing champion; Dr. Norma Marcere, Leader of an African-American Community; and Frances H. Cicchinelli Jr., Mayor of Massillon, Ohio.
The campus of Kent State Stark is in Canton, OH, which is a large suburb. The school is a public institution. Degrees at Kent State Stark include, at the school's highest level, the Associate's degree.
The school has a tighter focus on specific areas of study than most colleges its size. Kent State Stark is known for its programs in liberal arts.
Its open admissions system makes the school an attractive choice for many applicants.
Kent State Stark has a tenure system for senior faculty.
In 2007, the school had 3,849 students enrolled (2,888 full-time equivalent).
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Kent State University Stark Campus combines the best of a major university and a liberal arts college, offering baccalaureate, master's and associate degrees. Kent State Stark serves our region as a key intellectual resource providing open access to academic, economic and cultural advancement through excellence in teaching and learning."
More complete details are provided below.
Kent State University Stark Campus
6000 Frank Ave NW
Canton, OH 44720-7599
General Phone: (330) 499-9600
http://www.stark.kent.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 77 | liberal arts and humanities |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 6 | criminal justice and safety |
Number of programs and degrees for Kent State Stark in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 83 | 2 |
In 2007, Kent State Stark had a total enrollment of 3,849 students (2,888 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 99% |
| Graduate | 1% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 88% |
| Black | 7% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 3% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 6% |
| 18-19 | 25% |
| 20-21 | 20% |
| 22-24 | 18% |
| 25-29 | 13% |
| 30-34 | 7% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 4% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Ohio | 100% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 53 % |
| Part-Time | 37 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Canton, Ohio for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Ohio Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 4,770 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 12,202 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,140 |
Financial Aid:
Kent State Stark participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 305102)
Kent State Stark has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 29 | 14 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 9 | 14 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 10 | 22 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 3 | $72,994 | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 17 | $64,359 | 8 | $62,924 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 19 | $51,548 | 29 | $46,966 |
| Instructor | academic year | 3 | $34,330 | 4 | $36,691 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 4 | $48,151 | 6 | $41,417 |
| No academic rank | academic year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 47 | $55,789 | 49 | $48,612 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
LIBERAL ARTS
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Kent State Stark Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Open admission Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study On-campus library Tenure system for quality teaching
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