by our College Data Analytics TeamHere are the current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees at Kennesaw State University, plus how they compare to other colleges and a forward projection.
Most-recent in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Kennesaw State University ran $5,808 for the year. For out-of-state undergraduates the figure was $17,736. The difference reflects the in-state residency discount.
Of that total, required fees came to $1,248 in-state and $1,248 out-of-state; the remaining amount is tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $4,560 | $16,488 |
| Fees | $1,248 | $1,248 |
| Total | $5,808 | $17,736 |
The figures above are for a single year of attendance and leave out room and board.
Note that plenty of students are eligible for financial aid and scholarships that reduce the amount they actually pay. The amounts above are before any aid.
How much will Kennesaw State University charge part-time students? Visit the Cost Per Credit Hour page to find out.
For some context, here is how Kennesaw State University tuition and fees stack up against other institutions. Ratings are based on how far the price sits from each group’s average.
| Nationwide | In GA | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Average | Average | Average |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Average |
Against the nationwide average, Kennesaw State University is about average on cost.
Note that financial aid can substantially change the real price, so compare net cost too. Check the Kennesaw State University Financial Aid page for details.
Below is how tuition at Kennesaw State University has moved over the last few reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $4,450 | $15,704 |
| Two Years Ago | $4,450 | $15,704 |
| One Year Ago | $4,450 | $15,704 |
| Most Recent Year | $4,560 | $16,488 |
The chart below tracks how tuition at KSU Georgia has shifted across recent years.
Most recently, out-of-state tuition climbed 5.0%. If that pace held for another year, tuition + fees would land around $18,621 in the following year.
Annual tuition increases are the norm at most institutions, so plan for the cost in later years to exceed today’s posted rate.
See answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for additional information.
In-state tuition and fees rose at an average annual pace of -3.24%, which puts the in-state figure next year near $5,619. For out-of-state students, the average annual increase was 0.14%, so next year out-of-state students could pay around $17,760.
Carrying that rate forward, here is the projected tuition and fees for the next five years:
| Academic Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | Out-of-State Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Next Year | $5,619 | $17,760 |
| In 2 Years | $5,436 | $17,784 |
| In 3 Years | $5,259 | $17,808 |
| In 4 Years | $5,088 | $17,832 |
| In 5 Years | $4,923 | $17,856 |
Budgeting for four years rather than one is the safer way to plan — the running four-year out-of-state total projects near $71,184, or close to $21,402 for in-state students.
A tuition figure is only part of the conversation — financial aid can sharply lower the real price a family pays.
To learn about financial aid at Kennesaw State University, go to the Kennesaw State University Financial Aid page.
