Is Kennesaw State University worth it?
Kennesaw State University is a public, four-year institution in Kennesaw, Georgia (large suburb). It awarded 8,574 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in business administration and management, psychology and computer science.
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Federal context for Kennesaw State University
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Median earnings 1 year after
$48,335
Median earnings 4 years after
$68,306
Median earnings 10 years after
$57,552
Average net price
$15,048
Completion rate
52%
Completions (2024)
8,574
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
41,254
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | Bachelor's | $36,114 | $54,915 | 414 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $31,450 | $50,645 | 402 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $52,766 | $70,708 | 347 |
| Mechanical Engineering | Bachelor's | $67,158 | $88,860 | 321 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | $80,560 | $87,935 | 296 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Bachelor's | $46,077 | $51,386 | 289 |
| Computer Science | Bachelor's | $68,763 | $96,481 | 267 |
| Marketing | Bachelor's | $47,158 | $72,089 | 267 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Master's | $103,312 | $133,753 | 257 |
| Accounting and Related Services | Bachelor's | $57,814 | $77,710 | 249 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $31,530 | $57,435 | 223 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Bachelor's | $60,736 | $83,249 | 221 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | Bachelor's | $54,428 | $81,002 | 218 |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication | Bachelor's | $41,460 | $64,501 | 209 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Bachelor's | $39,566 | $55,033 | 202 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 503 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Bachelor's | 329 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Bachelor's | 311 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 272 |
| Computer Science | Bachelor's | 261 |
| Marketing/Marketing Management, General | Bachelor's | 260 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Master's | 225 |
| Computer Science | Master's | 215 |
| Mechanical Engineering | Bachelor's | 212 |
| Elementary Education and Teaching | Bachelor's | 192 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Services | 18% | 13,758 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 15% | 11,389 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 12% | 9,019 |
| Retail Trade | 7% | 5,188 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 6% | 4,728 |
| Manufacturing | 6% | 4,128 |
| Finance and Insurance | 5% | 4,011 |
| Wholesale Trade | 5% | 3,889 |
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Sources: federal figures for Kennesaw State University. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Georgia. Counts under 10 are not published.
Updated September 18, 2026 · Methodology · Report a problem with this page