Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
79.09%
SAT Average
1,219
ACT Range
26-29
Kettering University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 79.09%. This means approximately 791 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 1,279 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
79.09%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $46,380 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $46,380 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $58,610 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $33,092 | State avg: $16,178. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 16.81% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 46.13% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Kettering University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$46,380
Room and board
$9,500
Books and supplies
$1,100
Other expenses
$4,270
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$58,610
Average net price
$33,092
Average aid coverage
44%
$25,518 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Kettering University pays approximately $33,092 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Michigan average of $16,178 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Kettering University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Michigan and national averages.
Kettering University net price
$33,092
Michigan average
$16,178
National average
$17,506
Kettering University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $46,380 and average net price at $33,092. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$46,380
Current net price
$33,092
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
70.54%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$94,823
Undergraduates
1,279
10-Year Median Earnings - Kettering University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Kettering University graduates earn about 2.2x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Kettering University?
Undergraduates
1,279
Completion rate
70.54%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
16.81%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
46.13%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 16.81% of Kettering University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 46.13% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Kettering University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Kettering University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Kettering University lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Kettering University is listed at 1700 University Avenue, Flint, MI 48504-6214. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Kettering University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kettering University | 79.09% | $46,380 | $33,092 | $94,823 |
| Chamberlain University-Michigan | 88.89% | $19,686 | $26,870 | $92,405 |
| University of Michigan-Ann Arbor | 17.94% | $58,072 | $14,832 | $83,648 |
| Michigan Technological University | 87.94% | $41,340 | $15,729 | $78,198 |
| Walsh College | Not available | Not available | Not available | $72,081 |
Similar Schools in Flint
This local cluster focuses on nearby Flint schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Flint.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kettering University's acceptance rate?
Kettering University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 79.09%.
How much is Kettering University tuition?
Kettering University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $46,380.
What is Kettering University's average net price?
Kettering University's average net price in the local dataset is $33,092.
What does Kettering University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $27,584 for Kettering University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Kettering University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $94,823 for Kettering University.
Is Kettering University accredited?
Kettering University's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Kettering University?
The local dataset lists 1,279 undergraduate students at Kettering University.
What percentage of Kettering University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Kettering University in the local dataset is 16.81%.
What is the federal loan rate at Kettering University?
The federal loan rate for Kettering University in the local dataset is 46.13%.
Where should I verify Kettering University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Kettering University or the latest official federal education data.