To emphasize quality and individuality, KSU offers programs such as Whitney Young Jr.'s Study of the Great Books or the Mentor's Advisement Program, both designed to build small intellectual and social communities. The school developed a new mission in 1982 aimed at becoming a major repository for the collection of artifacts, books, and records related to its history of educating black citizens. The collection is available to interested students, faculty, and visiting scholars for research and general usage. KSU offers students career opportunities related to state government services and participation in U.S. Department of Agricultural programs, as one of two land grant institutions in the system. Contact the ROTC Office.
Athletic scholarships are available to students participating in intercollegiate sports.
Coleman Young Scholarships are available to students who participate in the Coleman Young Scholarship Foundation. Student must have a high school GPA of 3.0 and an ACT score of 21. Awards pay tuition, activity fees, and insurance. Student must have a high school GPA of 3.0 and an ACT score of 20. The Micro City Government Scholarships are available for first-time freshmen with a GPA of 3.0 who participate in the Micro City Government program.