²ÝÁñÊÓƵ State is a comprehensive university located on two suburban campuses in ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ and Marietta, northwest of metro Atlanta. We are making an impact across the region, the nation and around the world. As the third largest university in Georgia, ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ State has nearly 45,000 students enrolled in over 190 undergraduate, master’s, doctoral degree and certificate programs.
²ÝÁñÊÓƵ State University is focused on growth, transformation and tenacity. This is our legacy. As one of Georgia’s largest research-driven universities, we put our students first – to empower them to seek and strive to discover their own path forward. We are ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ Owls and together, we ascend.
3rd
Largest University in the state of Georgia
11
Colleges on two metro Atlanta campuses
R2
Carnegie-designated doctoral research institution
45,000+
Enrolled students from the region and 100+ countries around the world
²ÝÁñÊÓƵ State University transforms lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships, and economic opportunity. We empower our students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens by cultivating an inclusive environment that encourages free expression and civil discourse.
²ÝÁñÊÓƵ State will achieve national prominence as a public university known for education, research, and community programs that foster inquiry and advance society.
²ÝÁñÊÓƵ’s strategic plan provides an opportunity to connect the university’s newly articulated mission with a future-oriented vision communicating the values:
These values guide our strategic decision making at the highest levels of the university, and they are also central in the day-to-day operations of ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ; they provide a common language and purpose and unite us in our aspirations for how we learn and work together as a ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ community.
Leadership
At ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ, our President, Kathy ‘Kat’ Schwaig, believes in prioritizing efforts that support student success. As a part of our Quality Enhancement Plan, we focus on the dynamic nature of engaged learning in each academic college and our university.
We strive to collaborate with our campus community to grow ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ State’s undergraduate and graduate programs, while supporting research efforts across the disciplines.
At ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ, we put our students first in everything we do starting from day one.
When you enroll at ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ State, you will feel like coming home — a home where discovery and innovation thrive, where fond memories are made each day and where endless potential meets endless possibilities.
As long as you're here, we will strive to produce...
Quality Academics
Top Majors
Campus and Student Life
Diverse Athletics
Student-Centered Success
Research with Relevance
Learning through Engagement
Future-Ready Graduates
Power of Perspective
Our students become innovators, complex thinkers and societal leaders.
²ÝÁñÊÓƵ State University empowers students to seek, strive and succeed in academics and beyond. In addition to offering more than 190 degrees and certificates, ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ leads in innovative teaching and learning. Boasting two beautiful campuses in ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ and Marietta, ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ offers undergraduate majors in STEM fields, nursing, arts, cybersecurity, business, and many more.
²ÝÁñÊÓƵ is a world-class institution in the University System of Georgia. We are regionally and nationally ranked and accredited.
Explore our academic community, committed to engaged learning, impactful research, innovative pedagogy and inclusive excellence.
²ÝÁñÊÓƵ State creates an atmosphere and academic programs that earn notable recognition for our institution and our students. Our programs, academic disciplines and curriculums are developed for student success. After our students graduate from ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ, they take these credentials with them in confidence—to their career field and through life.
²ÝÁñÊÓƵ State University is proudly accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate, masters, specialist and doctorate degrees.
1000 Chastain Road
²ÝÁñÊÓƵ, GA 30144
Phone: 470-578-6000
1100 South Marietta Pkwy
Marietta, GA 30060
Phone: 470-578-6000
Have Questions?
Do you have a question about registration, what time the Big Owl Bus runs, what events are happening on campus this week, or anything in between? If so, just call 470-²ÝÁñÊÓƵ-INFO (470-578-4636) any time Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. You can also email ksuinfo@kennesaw.edu.