Keene State College
About
Keene State College, a public liberal arts institution in New Hampshire, is best known for blending a supportive, community-focused environment with top-tier programs in Education, Film Studies, Nursing, and Safety and Occupational Health Applied Sciences. Its nationally recognized Safety and Occupational Health degree is a distinctive hallmark of the college, offering specialized industry training that yields exceptionally high post-graduation job placement rates. Student life is energized by a vibrant NCAA Division III athletic program, active civic engagement, and a strong institutional commitment to sustainability. Nestled directly alongside Keene’s charming, historic downtown, the college provides undergraduates with a quintessential New England college-town experience featuring small class sizes and rich opportunities for undergraduate research.
Wikipedia:Keene State College is a public liberal arts college in Keene, New Hampshire. It is part of the University System of New Hampshire. It was founded in 1909 as a Normal School, and then as a Teachers College.
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Keene State College accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
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