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View your admission decision

View your admission decision through your online . Visit the Application Review Process on the application requirements for more information.

Visit campus (optional)

Even if you’re only taking a couple of courses, consider coming on campus to see what makes our student experience distinctively unique! Busy schedule? No problem. Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State offers self-guided tours so you can tour at your own pace and at any time that's convenient for you. Access our tours and events page to choose from a variety of options.

Accept your offer of admission

Admitted students, please confirm your offer of admission through your . 

Establish your Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State student account in FlashLine

Your first (and very important!) step is to log in to  and establish your Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State student account. FlashLine is a virtual hub of information that you will use throughout your time as a Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State student.

Get Started

  1. To log in for the first time, go to .
  2. Enter your Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State email address (ex. "janedoe@kent.edu"). This can be found in the "Your FlashLine Credentials" email you received after you were admitted.
  3. To create your temporary password, enter the following information in the drop down boxes:
    1. The month you were born.
    2. The year you were born.
    3. The last five digits of your Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State Identification Number. This can be found in your admission letter.
  4. Once you have successfully logged in with this temporary password, you will be prompted to select a new password. You will also be asked to provide an alternate email address and answer challenge questions that you can use to reset your password in case it is forgotten.
  5. After you establish your account, please save your FlashLine credentials somewhere safe.

Returning users should log in to FlashLine directly at . 

If you need login assistance, contact the Help Desk at 330-672-4357 or go to .

Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

File the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered for federal and state financial aid programs. Access our FAFSA page for helpful videos, important dates and other information related to FAFSA.

Complete program-specific next steps (if applicable)

Some programs have specific next steps that need to be completed. You’ll want to communicate with your program to make sure you are all set to get started. Find your program director by visiting the 

You may also reach out to our graduate admissions counselor.

Request your chosen name

Creating and embracing an inclusive environment is important to the mission of Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State University. We recognize that some students use a name other than their legal name to identify themselves, so Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State has established a process for students to request a chosen name. We suggest completing this before you arrive on campus.

Here are the steps for indicating a chosen name:

  1. Log in to FlashLine and select "Student" in the left-hand column.
  2. Under "Student," select "Resources."
  3. Under "Resources," select "Requests and Authorizations."
  4. The webpage will be displayed; double click on "Chosen Name Request."
Plan your arrival

Visit our graduate student orientation page for upcoming dates and activities.