Admission to graduate standing is granted by the Graduate Programs only. Please contact the Office of Graduate Studies for admission criteria.
Each prospective student should complete the health form provided with the application package and return it to University Student Health Services at least three weeks before registering to attend classes at the University.
The University requires all students to have health insurance. You must provide a copy of your health insurance card in order to have the University waive the health fee.
Kentucky Resident: A student who is a resident of Kentucky or whose parent(s) is(are) a resident(s) of Kentucky is considered a resident of the state. If a Kentucky resident graduated from an out-of-state high school, proof of residency must be submitted in order to avoid out-of-state tuition. Submission of a residency affidavit may be required to show proof. (See Residency subsection under the Student Expenses section.)
whose parent(s) is(are) not a resident(s) of Kentucky is considered a non-resident.
International: A student who is not a citizen or permanent resident of the United States is considered an international student.
Non-Degree Student: A student not seeking a degree from Kentucky State University is considered a non-degree student. This may include transient/visiting students, early admission (high school) students, senior citizens, post-baccalaureate students without degree intentions, and students pursuing additional undergraduate course work for teacher certification.
First-Time Freshman: A student with no prior college experience is considered a first-time freshman.
Freshman Transfer: A student transferring less than 24 semester credit hours to KSU is considered a freshman transfer.
Transfer: A student transferring 24 or more semester credit hours to KSU is considered a transfer student.
Non-Resident: A student who is not a resident of or whose parent(s) is(are) not a resident(s) of Kentucky is considered a non-resident.
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