For first-time freshmen seeking admission, you must submit an application online or in paper along with:

Admissions requirements include a cumulative/unweighted 2.5 GPA and an 18 composite on the ACT or 940 on the SAT.

For requirements for home school students, transfer students, and/or international students, visit kysu.edu/admissions.

To enroll in the Masters of Environmental Studies or Masters of Aquaculture/Aquatic Studies, students must be accepted by the Kentucky State University Office of Graduate Studies and meet the following requirements:

Applicants with lower GPA or GRE scores may be given consideration if they have significant work experience in the field or have successfully completed certain graduate-level courses.

Kentucky State University has designed a scholarship program to recognize and reward students who have exemplified academic excellence. The scholarship program is designed to attract a more diverse student population both in and out of state. Financial assistance is provided to students who have excelled academically throughout their educational experience. Scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis and many are renewable for subsequent semesters. In order to be considered for a scholarship award, students must meet certain criteria. Students must:

The amount of funds awarded is based on availability of funding. Early submission of scholarship applications is encouraged. Scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis, and many are renewable for subsequent semesters. For more information on academic scholarships offered to incoming KYSU students, contact our Office of Admissions.