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Keene State College

229 Main Street, Keene, NH 03435

Website: Keene State College

Keene State College School Description

Keene State College prepares promising students to think critically and creatively, to engage in active citizenship, and to pursue meaningful work. As the public liberal arts college of New Hampshire, we offer an enriching campus community and achieve academic excellence through the integration of teaching, learning, scholarship, and service.

VALUES
Our liberal arts mission dedicates us to the development of knowledge and skills necessary to meet the challenges of our changing world. As a public institution, we provide educational opportunities for all qualified students and continue our heritage of service to New Hampshire and the New England region.

We value

* All members of our community: students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends.
* Strong relationships among students, faculty, and staff.
* Excellence in teaching, learning, and scholarship.
* Commitment to learning and cultural enrichment.
* Social justice and equity in our community and in our curriculum.
* Educational challenge and support for a wide range of learners.
* Physical and financial access and support.
* Balanced development of mind, body, and character.
* Diversity, civility, and respect.
* Civic engagement and service to the community.
* Environmental stewardship and sustainability.
* Partnerships that enhance the quality of life in the Monadnock region, New Hampshire, and the world.
* An attractive campus that inspires and supports inquiry, reflection, and social interaction.

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Keene State College

From Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia

Keene State College is a liberal arts college in Keene, New Hampshire. It is a member of the Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges as well as of the University System of New Hampshire along with the University of New Hampshire, Plymouth State University, and the Granite State College.

Founded in 1909 as a teacher's college (originally, Keene Normal School; later, Keene Teachers College), Keene State College has grown to 6,400 students and comprises roughly 1/4 of the total population of the city of Keene, New Hampshire.

Academics

Keene's ten largest academic programs, according to the Keene page of the USNH website, are English, Psychology, Art (including Graphic Design), Biology, History, Computer Science, Music, Management, Sociology and Mathematics.

Keene State College is a dynamic institution offering nearly 40 majors in the liberal arts and sciences, professional programs, and selected graduate degrees. Recognizing that a true education engages the whole person, Keene State challenges students to develop the habits of mind and character that prepare them for productive lives and work. Keene State draws on strong academic programs, faculty scholars, and a tradition of small classes and spirited inquiry. The College’s commitment to academic excellence is founded on integrative learning for all students.

According to the KSC Course Catalog other notable majors include Education, Environmental Studies, Film Studies, Journalism and Theater & Dance.

The Education major at Keene State College is a respected teacher education program. The college hosts major annual seminars in children's literature.

The Film Studies program hosts an annual student film festival.

Athletics

Keene State is an NCAA Division III school, in the Little East Conference. Current programs include basketball (men's and women's), soccer (men's and women's), volleyball, baseball, softball, track (indoor and outdoor, men's and women's), lacrosse (men's and women's), swimming and diving (men's and women's), as well as three club sports: men's and women's rugby, and ice hockey. The college's mascot is the owl.

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Quick Facts

Chance of Admission:
Location:
Northeast
Setting:
Small Town Setting
Type:
Public
Size:
Medium (2,000 to 5,000 Undergrad)
Mascot:
Owls

Students & Campus Life

Undergraduate Enrollment:
4,729
On Campus Housing:
Available
Full Time Students:
100%
Athletic Programs:
Available
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Expenses

Average Tuition:
$ 15,848
Students Receiving Aid:
79%
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Admissions

Application Fee:
$ 35
Selectivity:
Selective
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Keene State College Degree Programs

Associate Degree Programs

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Bachelor’s Degree Programs

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Master’s Degree Programs

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Keene State College Students & Campus Life

General

Full-Time vs. Part-Time
Full-Time 100%
Part-Time 0%
Men vs. Women
Women 64%
Men 36%
Race/Ethnicity
Caucasian 92%
Other 8%
Hispanic 0%
Asian 0%
African-American 0%

Geography

In State vs. Out-of-State
Out-of-State 54%
In-State 46%
Top States for Incoming Freshman
New Hampshire 46%
Connecticut 19%
Massachusetts 15%
Vermont 4%
New York 4%
Percent of Students International: 0%

Housing

On-Campus Housing Available: Yes
Percent of Students Living On-Campus: 62%
Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: No

Athletics

Member of: NAA, NCAA
Sports Include: Basketball (Little East Conference)
Baseball (Little East Conference)
Track (Little East Conference)

Keene State College Expenses (Tuition & Fees)

Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) In-State Out-of-State  
Published Tuition and Fees:
 $ 8,298 $ 15,848  
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads:
 $ 6,180 $ 13,730  
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads:
 $ 2,118 $ 2,118  
Financial Aid Avg. Amount Received % of Students Receiving Aid  
Federal Grants:
 $ 3,365 13%  
State and Local Grants:
 $ 2,010 25%  
Institutional Grants:
 $ 2,952 45%  
Student Loans:
 $ 5,537 68%  
Any Aid:
   79%  

Keene State College Admissions

Acceptance Rate: 75% (Selective)
Test Scores  
SAT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting SAT Scores: 97%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Verbal: 450, Math: 450
Top 75th Percentile: Verbal: 540, Math: 540

Application Requirements (Undergraduate Only)

Application Fee: $ 35.00
Formal Demonstration of Competencies: Required
High School Diploma or Equivalent: Recommended
High School GPA: Required
High School Rank: Required
High School Record: Required
Recommendations: Required
TOEFL: Required
Test Scores: Required

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