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Kent State University at East Liverpool

East Liverpool, OH·Public·797 students
Last updated: April 1, 2026

A good fit for families looking for lower cost and students who want small classes and close faculty access. graduation rate is below 40%; fewer than half of freshmen return for sophomore year. a public school with 797 students.

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797
Students
$13,392
Net Price
26%
Grad Rate
$42,400
Earnings
10 yr
$24,500
Debt

About This School

Kent State University at East Liverpool is a public institution located in East Liverpool, Ohio with approximately 797 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $13,392 per year. The graduation rate is 26%, and the typical graduate earns $42,400 within 10 years of enrollment.

Kent State University at East Liverpool is a satellite campus of Kent State University in East Liverpool, Ohio, United States. Administered with Kent State University at Salem, Kent State East Liverpool offers bachelor's and associate degrees. The campus consists of two buildings in downtown East Liverpool; John J. Purinton Hall and the Mary Patterson Building. As of 2021, enrollment at Kent State East Liverpool was 462 with total enrollment for the Columbiana Campuses at over 1,400.

This small satellite campus in downtown East Liverpool is best suited for students who want to start a Kent State degree close to home, keep costs manageable, and likely transfer or step up to the main campus over time. The affordability is genuinely attractive — an average net price of around $13,392 per year is reasonable for a public institution, and the Kent State name does carry regional weight in Ohio. That said, the numbers here demand an honest conversation: a 26% graduation rate and a 33% freshman retention rate are among the lowest you'll find anywhere, meaning the majority of students who start here do not finish, at least not at this campus. Median earnings of $42,400 a decade after enrollment are modest, though the median debt of $24,500 at graduation is at least manageable if you complete a degree and don't overborrow. My practical advice — if this campus is on your list, go in with a clear, written plan for how you'll stay on track, whether that means transferring to the Kent main campus after your first year or connecting early with an advisor who can map out exactly what completion looks like from here.

Founded
1965
Setting
Fringe town
Avg Faculty Salary
$8,854

Popular Programs

Health Professions65%
Computer Science8%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Daniel Johnston

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$7,492
Out-of-State Tuition
$17,342
Avg Net Price
$13,392
after aid

Net Price by Family Income

Under $30k$11,004
$30–48k$13,928
$48–75k$12,226
$75–110k$17,968
$110k+$17,635

Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants22%
Median debt at graduation$24,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
26%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
33%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$42,400
after enrollment
Median Debt
$24,500
at graduation

Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender

Male graduates$36,600
Female graduates$31,400

Gap: 14% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$24,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$33,500
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$42,400
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 1.7x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White79%
Black9%
Hispanic/Latino5%
Asian1%
Two or more races5%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (797 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Kent State University at East Liverpool

400 E 4th St

East Liverpool, OH 43920

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Kent State University at East Liverpool cost?

The average net price at Kent State University at East Liverpool is about $13,392 per year after grants and scholarships, based on federal data. Your actual cost depends on your family's finances and aid package.

What is the graduation rate at Kent State University at East Liverpool?

Kent State University at East Liverpool has a graduation rate of 26%, according to U.S. Department of Education data.

Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

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