Hooty Hoo! Take flight as a first-year student and soar to new heights! To be considered a first-year applicant at KSU, you must meet one of the following criteria: 

• Are a graduating senior in high school and never attended another college or university; 
• Have graduated high school fewer than five years ago and never attended another college or university; or 
• Have attended another college or university and have earned fewer than 30 transferrable credit hours.   

To see all first-year requirements, visit our first-year admissions page.

At KSU, we understand that students like you transfer for many reasons — whether it’s to continue your educational journey, explore new academic opportunities, or find a supportive community that better fits your needs. We are committed to providing the resources and support you need to succeed on your transfer journey. To be considered a transfer at KSU, you must have: 

• Graduated high school, 
• Attended another college or university, and 
• Earned more than 30 transferable credit hours. 

To see all transfer requirements, visit our transfer admissions page. 

NOTE: If you attended another college and have earned less than 30 credit hours, you should apply as a Transfer Freshman.