College Maintains Recruitment Success in Difficult Economy

Keene, NH, October 3, 2011: Keene State College today announces that its enrollment for the 2011 - 2012 academic year is the highest in College history. A total of 5,846 students are currently enrolled - 52 percent of students earning degrees are from New Hampshire. Forty-one percent of first-year, newly-enrolled students attending Keene State College are the first in their families to attend college.

"Even in a difficult economy, Keene State's reputation is attracting students from the New England region and around the country at record rates. This reputation is built on the College's world-class curriculum, and opportunities to engage in our community and take action for civic responsibility," said President of Keene State College, Helen Giles-Gee. "I am proud that Keene State offers a high-quality public liberal arts education that is more accessible to students, and I am thrilled to welcome even more students to our programs."

Keene State maintained a strong first-year recruitment for the 2011 - 2012 academic year, with 1,262 first-year students newly enrolled, up from 1,205 students in the previous year.

About Keene State College

Keene State College is a preeminent public liberal arts college that ensures student access to world-class academic programs. Integrating academics with real-world application and active community and civic engagement, Keene State College prepares graduates to meet society's challenges by thinking critically, acting creatively, and serving the greater good. To learn more about Keene State College, visit www.keene.edu.

Keene State College: Wisdom to make a difference.

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