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Kent State University, Kent Baseball

Kent State University, Kent (KSU) · Kent, Ohio · Public university

Acceptance rate86%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate64%finish within six years
Undergraduates26,374Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty20 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Kent State University, Kent Baseball coaches

Coaches at Kent State University, Kent who recruit Men's Baseball, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Kent State University, Kent competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Mid-American Conference
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
kentstatesports.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 1010–1240
ACTMiddle 50%: 18–25

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Popular majors

AccountingAdvertisingAeronautical/Aerospace Engineering Technology/TechnicianAeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, GeneralAerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering, GeneralAirframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/TechnicianAmerican Sign Language (ASL)
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
20 : 1
Graduation rate
64% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

In-state tuitionFor Ohio residents$12,742
Out-of-state tuition$21,397
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$21,278
Campus

Where it is

Kent State University, Kent in Kent.

Location
Kent, Ohio
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
kent.edu
Overview

About Kent State University, Kent Baseball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Jeff Duncan, the Head Coach, leads the Kent State University, Kent Baseball staff of 10 coaches, verified September 2026. Kent State University, Kent (KSU) competes in NCAA Division I Baseball as a member of the Mid-American Conference. Kent State University, Kent is a large public school in Kent, Ohio with 26,374 undergraduates, a 86% acceptance rate and an average net price of $21,278 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Kent State University, Kent Baseball

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Jeff Duncan, the Head Coach and Mike Birkbeck, the Associate Head Coach. Kent State University, Kent has 10 coaches for Baseball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, height and weight, and measurables like exit velocity, 60-yard time or pitching velocity in the subject line and first sentences. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
  3. Send your videoInclude a skills video with game at-bats or bullpen work, with the link near the top so Jeff can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Kent State University, Kent typically score 1010–1240 on the SAT and 18–25 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Kent State University, Kent staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Questions

Kent State University, Kent Baseball FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is Kent State University, Kent D1?

Yes. Kent State University, Kent competes in NCAA Division I Baseball, in the Mid-American Conference.

Is Kent State University, Kent public or private?

Kent State University, Kent is a public school in Kent, Ohio.

What conference is Kent State University, Kent Baseball in?

The Mid-American Conference.

Does Kent State University, Kent offer athletic scholarships for Baseball?

Kent State University, Kent competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does Kent State University, Kent Baseball have?

10 coaches, led by Jeff Duncan, the Head Coach.

How much does Kent State University, Kent cost?

In-state tuition is $12,742 and out-of-state tuition is $21,397 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $21,278.

What is the Kent State University, Kent acceptance rate?

86% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Kent State University, Kent?

Admitted students typically score 1010–1240 on the SAT and 18–25 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Kent State University, Kent Baseball coaches?

Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.

Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.

Coaching staff verified September 2026