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Keene State College

Keene, NH

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About This Campus

With more than 40 programs of study, Keene State College prepares students to think critically, act creatively, and serve the greater good. The 170 acre Keene State campus generates the ambiance of a small New England College, with ivy-covered buildings, grassy commons, and brick walkways. Living on campus is the choice of over half the students and residence halls at KSC are strong, vital communities in which students feel included and free to make their own unique contributions. Over 100 societies, clubs, academic, sport, and social organizations provide a multitude of co-curricular learning experiences. Keene State College founded in 1909, is situated in the charming town of Keene, located in the heart of New England. Keene is the largest town in the southwest corner of New Hampshire and is known for its picturesque Central Square, shops and restaurants. There is a wide range of outdoor and social activities that take place in Keene.

Location Information

Located on Main Street in Keene, N.H., the largest town (pop. 25,000+) in southwestern New Hampshire, the College is only a few minutes' walk to Keene's lively downtown. It's a two hour drive to Boston, four hours to New York City and 20 minutes to Vermont.

2019/2020 Placement

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Home Payment (B)
Open

Learn more about Chance of Placement
and choosing alternate options.

2020/2021 Placement

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Home Payment (B)
Excellent

Campus Links

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Campus Homepage

Fast Facts

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Location | Keene
Population | 25,000
Enrollment | 3,860
Language | English
Calendar | Semester
Canada | Home (B)
Term Dates
Fall | 08/27-12/15
Spring | 01/22-5/10

Campus Diversity

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White | 87%
Black | 2%
Hispanic/Latino | 3%
Asian | 2%
Native/1st Nation | 1%
Hawaiian/P.I. | 0%
Two or more | 1%
Other | 4%

Academics

-- Campus Catalog --

Registration Priority
  • With seniors
Closed Programs
nursing

Limitations
Courses are not guaranteed in any major.

Notable Academic Programs

  • Holocaust and Genocide Studies - One of the few undergraduate institutions that offer a degree in Holocaust and Genocide.
  • Safety Science - Degree title is Safety and Occupational Health Applied Science BS.
  • Film Studies - Degrees in Film Production and/or Film Criticism
  • Political Science - Especially interesting to be in New Hampshire (first in the nation) the semester of the Presidential Primary.

Unique Academic Programs

  • Holocaust and Genocide Studies - Offering the first four-year BA degree in the U.S. – examines both the Holocaust and the broader topic of genocide in an interdisciplinary exploration of history, philosophy, psychology, the arts, religion, and sociology.
  • Occupational Safety and Health - Major titled: Safety and Occupational Health Applied Science. Working in the high-tech TDS (Technology, Design, and Safety) Center at KSC, students learn about health and safety in the workplace, compliance with safety and environmental regulations, human resource management, and jobsite leadership. Internships put classroom knowledge into action.
  • Product Design - KSC’s program approaches the artistic, scientific, and technical aspects from a viewpoint that values sustainability and sound business practices

Options
Honors Access: Yes

Undergraduate Majors Open to NSE Students

Anthropology: Anthropology

Architecture: Architecture

Area Studies: American Studies, Holocaust and Genocide Studies

Art/Design/Fine Art: Art, Graphic Design, Studio Art

Athletics: Athletic Training, Physical Education

Biological Sciences: Biology/Life Science

Business: Management

Chemistry: Chemistry

Communications: Communication, Film, Journalism

Computer Science: System Administration

Criminal Justice: Criminal Justice

Earth Sciences: Geology

Economics: Economics

Education: Early Childhood, Elementary Education, Junior High/Middle School, Junior High/Middle School Mathematics, Physical Education, Secondary Education, Special Education

English: English, Film Studies, Literature, Writing

Environmental Studies: Environmental Studies

Food Science: Nutrition

Foreign Language: French, Spanish

General Studies: Individualized Degree Program

Geography and Urban Studies: Geography

Geology: Geology

Health and Safety Sciences: Community Health, Health Promotion, Health Science, Occupational Safety and Health, Safety Science, Substance Abuse/Addictions

History: History

Information Studies: Computer Mathematics, Computer Science

Mathematics: Mathematics, Mathematics-Physics

Performing Arts: Acting, Dance, Directing, Music, Music Education, Music Performance, Music Theory and Composition, Theater Arts/Drama

Physics: Chemical Physics, Physics

Political Science: Political Science

Psychology: Psychology

Sociology/Social Work: Social Science, Sociology

Technology: Design Technology, Technology Studies

Theater: Performance and Directing

Conditions

Quick Links GPA and Other Academic Requirements
  • No students accepted from NSE members within my own state
  • 2.5 GPA
  • pre-req. are required for most upper level course.
Exchange Preferences
  • Full-year exchange Accepted
  • Single term exchange Accepted
Mid-Year Exchange (Exchange that begins with the Spring/Winter Term)
  • Available
Non-Native English Speakers
  • TOEFL: must have a score of 550 paper, N/A computer or N/A Internet
Summer Exchange
  • Not available
International Students (Visa Students)
  • Will accept on Plan B

Tuition / Fees

-- Campus Budget --
  • Fees are subject to change without notice.
  • Two semesters = one academic year
  • Three quarters = one academic year
Tuition and Fees - Home Payment (Plan B) Students
  • No tuition/fees are paid to the host campus.
  • Figures do not include costs you will incur for course specific enrollment (e.g., laboratory courses, student teaching, studio art)
  • See below for credit hour restrictions and/or miscellaneous fees applicable to Home Payment (Plan B) students.
Maximum Credit Hours Per Semester
  • Home Payment (Plan B): 18
Miscellaneous Fees - Per Semester
Figures are current as of 06/06/18.

Purpose Amount Period Plan Status
Parking Fee $100 Semester Plan B Optional

Important Notes: Some courses will have specific fees (e.g., laboratory courses, student teaching, studio art)

Exchange with Canada - Health Insurance
Students must purchase campus health insurance at $0 per semester.

Financial Aid

Home Payment (Plan B)
For eligible Plan B students, aid is awarded by and disbursed from your home campus.

Canada
Regardless of Payment Plan, students exchanging to or from Canada, apply for financial aid at their home campus.

Room / Meals

Figures are current as of 06/06/18

On-Campus Housing Per Semester
  • 55% living on campus
  • Double: $3679
  • Per semester unless otherwise noted
  • On campus living encouraged
Off-Campus Housing
  • Approximate monthly cost: $700
  • Proximity to campus: .5
Notes About Housing
KSC offers a variety of on-campus living options that are well run and supervised.

Meal Plans Per Semester

  • Meal purchase is required for on campus living.
  • $1834 declining balance plan.
Notes About Meal Plans
unlimited meals for $1834. per semester. Meal plan is required if living on campus. Very good food options at every meal.

All data in this document is the responsibility of the campus and has been provided by the campus NSE coordinator.
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