Kent State University
Kent, OH
Kent State says, "Liberal Education Requirements (LER) are at the core of the university's mission to prepare students to live in today's complex, global society. They broaden intellectual perspectives, foster ethical and humanitarian values, and prepare students for responsible citizenship and productive careers. Through this learning experience, students develop the intellectual flexibility they need to adapt to an ever-changing world." [Source]
- Website:http://www.kent.edu/
- Graduation Rate:50%
- Tuition & Fees (In State):$9,030 annually
- Tuition & Fees (Out of State):$16,990 annually
General Education Requirements
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1. Composition
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2. Literature
NO -
3. Foreign Language
NONo credit given for Foreign Language because students in select degree programs may fulfill the requirement with elementary-level study.
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4. U.S. Government or History
NONo credit given for U.S. Government or History because a survey course in American government or history is an option, but not required, to fulfill the "Humanities in Arts and Sciences" requirement.
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5. Economics
NO -
6. Mathematics
YES -
7. Science
YES -
General Education Assessment
Kent State University uses one or more of the following instruments to assess undergraduate progress in core collegiate skills: the Council on Aid to Education Collegiate Learning Assessment (CLA), the Educational Testing Service Proficiency Profile, or the ACT Collegiate Assessment of Academic Proficiency (CAAP). For more information, visit www.voluntarysystem.org.