Kent State University

Kent State University (KSU) is a well-known public research university located in Kent, Ohio, United States. Established in 1910, it is part of the University System of Ohio and is recognized for its strong academic programs, research contributions, and global presence.

The university has:

• 41,000+ students across multiple campuses
• 8 campuses in Ohio and global study locations (New York, Italy, Brazil)
• A strong reputation as an R1 (top-tier research) university

📊 Rankings of Kent State University

🌎 Global Rankings (2025)

• QS World University Ranking: #1001–1200
• QS Sustainability Ranking: #151–125 (strong performance in sustainability)
• CWUR World Ranking: #863 globally (Top ~4% worldwide)

🇺🇸 National Rankings (USA)

• U.S. News National Universities (2024): #227
• U.S. News National Universities (2025): around #231
• Top Public Universities (U.S. News 2025): #126
• Top Public Schools (2026): #129 (continues strong national position)

👉 It is consistently ranked as the highest-ranked public university in Northern Ohio.

🎯 Subject & Program Rankings

Kent State performs well in several specialized areas:

• Library & Information Science: Top 20 in the U.S.
• Rehabilitation Counseling: Top 20
• Nursing (Master’s): Top 70
• Clinical Psychology: Top 100
• Engineering & Nursing (Undergraduate): Top 100

Other strong fields include:

• Business & MBA programs (globally ranked)
• Architecture (Top 10 for value in the U.S.)
• Public Health & Education programs