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Student Life at Kutztown University
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Here, you roar

This is the place where passion is ignited, skills are refined and the impossible is made possible. And it's all waiting for you.

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Why Choose Kutztown

Commitment to Diversity

We value and appreciate the differences and unique aspects each individual brings to our campus community.

The diverse perspectives, ideas, background and abilities of our faculty, staff and students, help to create an environment for which each member can grow and ultimately be more prepared to thrive in our ever-changing society. We strive tirelessly to be open to change, listen to those who find challenge in this space, and respond in a way that makes everyone feel valued.

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We call this place home

We know bears do best when surrounded by nature.

Our 289-acre campus is bursting with flowers, trees, fountains, and green spaces to study, socialize, or just kick back and relax.

Our Campus

Student Involvement

Discover unique opportunities.

Join an academic club, get behind the camera with KUTV, or take the stage with the Jazz Ensemble. With more than 200 student clubs and organizations, you’ll find ways to connect, grow, and uncover new passions.

Clubs and Organizations

By the Numbers

A closer look at Kutztown University.

84%

of new students receive a merit scholarship at the time of acceptance

18:1

student-faculty ratio

80%

of students receive financial aid

7,367

Golden Bears attend KU

38

states from which our students come to KU

44

countries represented among our many international students

25

average class size

90%

of tenure and tenure-track faculty have their doctorate or terminal degree

as of August 2026
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Campus Beauty

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Campus Spirit, Students Involved in welcoming Students to Campus, Convocation

Kutztown University students pose together on campus wearing golden T-shirts featuring the text “Kutztown Move-In,” celebrating campus community on move in day.

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Students involved in the move-in day, campus community

A Kutztown University student wearing a black hoodie and clear glasses smiles while gently holding a small spotted sea turtle aboard a boat on the ocean. Fellow students gather in the background, sharing an exciting hands-on marine wildlife experience

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Experiential learning Chincoteague Bay Academics

A young child plays with colorful containers while a Kutztown University student mentor guides a hands-on classroom learning activity.

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Inclusive learning college of education academics

Autumn view of Kutztown University’s campus, with students walking along tree-lined pathways toward a campus building surrounded by colorful fall foliage.

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Fall Campus Beauty

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School Spirit

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Academic music conducting VPA

Male student uses a dropper and science equipment during a laboratory experiment in a classroom at Kutztown University

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Science LAS Academics lab classroom

A female Kutztown University student hands her resume to a potential employer at an on campus internship and job fair

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Involvement internship and job fair

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Winter Campus Beauty Iconic statue

Communication design students at kutztown university involved in designing projects at the annual designathon event

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Academic VPA communication design involvement annual designathon event

Student in the visual impairment program at Kutztown University learning to use braille tools in a classroom setting

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Academics college of education visual impairment classroom

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sports med college of biz classroom

students smile and laugh with each other walking out of the south dining hall on a beautiful sunny day at Kutztown University

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Campus beauty dining happy students

student enjoy a meal and socialize in a dining hall on Kutztown University campus

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Black male student standing proudly in front of the defrancesco building where business courses are held at Kutztown University

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supply chain management student defran college of business

Student socialize together on green grass under pink blooming trees on the residential side of Kutzown University campus with dorms and Old Main Tower in the background

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Dorms spring campus beauty

students socialize while lounging in hammocks in trees on a sunny warm day on Kutztown University's campus

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campus beauty socializing students

Kutztown University marching band members enthusiastically perform on the football field during a game.

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spirit involvement marching band

Female student smile and pose with their newly earned diplomas in the crowd at Kutztown University's graduation ceremony

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graduation celebration spirit

Kutztown University campus at sunset, featuring the university's historic red-brick architecture, iconic clock tower, vibrant autumn foliage, landscaped walkways, a flagpole, and students enjoying campus life.
Kutztown University cheerleaders in black and gold attire hold maroon pom-poms, smiling and cheering during an outdoor campus event.
Kutztown University students pose together on campus wearing golden T-shirts featuring the text “Kutztown Move-In,” celebrating campus community on move in day.
A Kutztown University student wearing a black hoodie and clear glasses smiles while gently holding a small spotted sea turtle aboard a boat on the ocean. Fellow students gather in the background, sharing an exciting hands-on marine wildlife experience
A young child plays with colorful containers while a Kutztown University student mentor guides a hands-on classroom learning activity.
Autumn view of Kutztown University’s campus, with students walking along tree-lined pathways toward a campus building surrounded by colorful fall foliage.
Kutztown University's Avalanche golden bear mascot wearing a maroon jersey with "KUTZTOWN" and "00" waves next to a smiling student and bleachers full with fans.
A female student standing in front of a classroom of musicians practicing conducting a music performance
Male student uses a dropper and science equipment during a laboratory experiment in a classroom at Kutztown University
A female Kutztown University student hands her resume to a potential employer at an on campus internship and job fair
Kutztown University's Iconic Bronze bear statue on a snow covered campus with students walking to and from Rohrbach library in the background
Communication design students at kutztown university involved in designing projects at the annual designathon event
Student in the visual impairment program at Kutztown University learning to use braille tools in a classroom setting
A male student in the sports medicine program at kutztown university standing in a classroom with tools of the trade
students smile and laugh with each other walking out of the south dining hall on a beautiful sunny day at Kutztown University
student enjoy a meal and socialize in a dining hall on Kutztown University campus
Black male student standing proudly in front of the defrancesco building where business courses are held at Kutztown University
Student socialize together on green grass under pink blooming trees on the residential side of Kutzown University campus with dorms and Old Main Tower in the background
students socialize while lounging in hammocks in trees on a sunny warm day on Kutztown University's campus
Kutztown University marching band members enthusiastically perform on the football field during a game.
Female student smile and pose with their newly earned diplomas in the crowd at Kutztown University's graduation ceremony

Our Career Outcomes

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330+ student teachers were placed during the 2025-2026 academic year

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80+ career workshops, information sessions, internship/job fairs each semester

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100+

Employers visit campus each year

Where are They Working? %
Business/Financial/Communications 26%
Education 30%
Health/Medicine/Sports/Science/Tech 21%
Social Services/Government/Environment 15%
Arts/History/Museum/Library 4%
Other 4%

81%

employed bachelor's degree graduates working in a position related to their career goals

92%

employed master's and doctoral graduates working in a position related to their career goals

92%

graduates felt degree was helpful in finding employment opportunities

86%

Knowledge/Response Rate of graduates surveyed..

Contact Us

Office of Admissions

P.O. Box 730
Kutztown, PA 19530

Fax Icon 610-683-4060

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