Tuition for Online Public Health Programs
Kent State's online public health programs are designed to be as accessible as they are excellent—delivering top-tier education and tuition rates that set us apart from other programs. Even so, we recognize that pursuing a degree is a significant commitment. Your admissions outreach advisor can answer your questions on program costs, discuss how a Kent State degree compares to others and connect you with financial aid representatives when you are ready to discuss your financial options.
Master of Public Health
$3,000 Tuition Offset Opportunity2
A $3,000 tuition offset is available to new enrollees in the online MPH programs. It is awarded when the student completes the final academic term of the program.
Three degree options:
- Health Policy and Management
- Social and Behavioral Sciences
- Epidemiology
Bachelor of Science in Public Health
Graduate Certificate in Clinical Research
Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Compliance
Master of Science in Clinical Epidemiology
We recognize that pursuing a degree is a significant commitment. Your admissions outreach advisor can answer your questions on program costs, discuss how a Kent State degree compares to others and connect you with financial aid representatives when you are ready to discuss your financial options.
Scholarships
Students in the Kent State College of Public Health and Health Sciences are eligible for scholarship support by applying through our simple online portal.
For more information, please contact an admissions outreach advisor:
- Email: onlinedegrees@kent.edu
- Phone: +1 844‑234‑4073
Financial Aid
FEDERAL STUDENT AID
Students should submit a FAFSA for each academic year they plan to enroll. The FAFSA is used to determine eligibility for federal financial aid and, at many institutions, certain state and institutional aid programs.
Kent State University FAFSA Code: 003051
Applicants may need tax and financial information to complete the FAFSA. The IRS Direct Data Exchange (or applicable IRS data-sharing tools) may help streamline the application process and improve data accuracy.
INSTITUTIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS AND GRANTS
Grants are awarded to students on the basis of financial need as determined by the FAFSA and other defined criteria.
Explore available grants and the Undergraduate Institutional and Merit Awards.
EXTERNAL SCHOLARSHIPS AND GRANTS
Students are encouraged to explore opportunities through:
- Employers, unions and professional organizations
- Community and special interest groups
- High school counselors, public libraries and local Chambers of Commerce
- External Scholarship Resources
- Kent State ScholarshipUniverse
LOAN OPTIONS
Students are encouraged to compare available loan options carefully and understand all borrowing and repayment responsibilities before making a decision.
ELMSelect provides a lender comparison tool that allows students to review private loan options, compare terms and benefits,and identify lenders that best meet their financing needs.
Students are not required to borrow from any specific lender and may choose any eligible lender. Approval, rates and terms are determined by the lender. Any lender not listed in ELMSelect may still be eligible for certification by the institution.
MILITARY BENEFITS
Visit the Center for Adult and Veteran Services page for information about available benefits, eligibility requirements and application procedures.
INTERNAL EMPLOYEE TUITION FEE WAIVERS
Eligibility:
Full-time staff and faculty are generally eligible for up to 18 credit hours
per semester. Part-time faculty may receive a waiver for up to 4 credit hours per semester.
Covered Fees:
The waiver covers the full amount of instructional and general fees, as well as any applicable out-of-state surcharges. Special course fees and parking are excluded.
Dependents:
Spouses, domestic partners and dependent children are also eligible for the waiver.
How to Apply:
Eligible employees can submit the Tuition Benefit Request via the Workflows section in FlashLine.
Resources:
PAYMENT OPTIONS
You can pay via the Online Payment Portal using eChecks, credit card or international payments. There is no fee for payments made using eChecks. You will need to enter your U.S. checking or savings account information and payment will be made electronically. For card payments, Kent State University accepts American Express, Discover, MasterCard and Visa. There is a $3 non-refundable service fee for card payments between $20 and $102 and 2.95% for payments greater than $102. International payments are subject to fees depending on payment type selection.
Monthly Payment Plan
Education expenses can be easier to manage when spread over predictable monthly payments. Our monthly payment plan, administered by Transact, is an alternative to one large payment and may help limit loan borrowing. The plan is available during fall and spring semesters only. The enrollment fee is $55 per semester. For more information and to enroll in the plan, please visit the payment plan website.
Build the Career You Want
Take your career to a higher level with Kent State’s affordable, flexible undergraduate and graduate public health programs. Our 100% online programs allow you to keep up with your current responsibilities while you study. Find out how these programs can help you create the career and positive public health impact you want to have.
Download our guide to learn more about:
- Career Opportunities
- Customizing Your Degree
- The Student Experience
- Admission Requirements
- Tuition and Financial Aid
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Important Dates
MPH, BSPH, and MS in Clinical Epidemiology Admissions and Application Deadlines
Tuition and costs effective as of June 2, 2026. Tuition rates are not inclusive of textbooks and fees. Tuition and costs are subject to change and should be confirmed on the University's official tuition listing at onlinedegrees.kent.edu/tuition-costs.
An additional distance learning fee for all students enrolled in a distance learning course is $15 per credit hour. Program tuition and costs are estimated and subject to change. For comprehensive tuition information, please refer to the tuition rates posted on the Bursar's website.
Please be aware that your full cost of attendance consists of tuition and fees, as well as food and housing, books, course materials, supplies and equipment, transportation and personal expenses for the terms in which you plan to be enrolled. Of these components, the expenses directly owed to Kent State University include tuition and fees and, for students who live on-campus, food and housing and for commuter students who purchase a meal plan, the cost of the food plan. Other expenses not included in tuition and fees totals can be found on the Kent State University cost of attendance web page.
- A $3,000 tuition offset offer is available only to new (first-time) enrollees, not current or returning students. To utilize this tuition offset offer, the prospective student must identify the offer and request that it be applied. Tuition offset funds are not payable directly to recipients; funds will be credited exclusively toward tuition in the student's final academic term of the program. If a student receives financial assistance, the student's financial assistance may require modification to account for the tuition offset by preventing any "over-award," such that the financial assistance received does not exceed the cost of attendance, as defined and determined by the Office of Financial Aid of Kent State University. Recipients of the tuition offset must remain continuously enrolled in the program through completion (or obtain a university-approved leave of absence) and must maintain satisfactory academic progress at all times for tuition offset to remain in effect. This tuition offset offer may be revised, rescinded, or terminated at any time. This tuition offset offer cannot be combined with other offers or tuition offsets. All admissions and tuition offset decisions of Kent State University are final.