Keystone Parent FAQs

Q: Is financial aid available for my student?

A: Yes. Over 90% of Keystone students receive need-based aid. Students must file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Q: Are merit scholarships available?

A: Yes. Scholarships start at $3,000 per academic year and go up to full tuition. Any student who is accepted to the College is automatically considered for an award, which is based upon a student’s academic performance in high school, class rank, SAT/ACT scores, and extracurricular involvement.

Q: Is housing guaranteed?

A: We guarantee housing for all first-year students. Housing deposits must be received no later than May 1.

Q: Does my student get to choose his/her roommate freshman year?

A: Students may request to live with a friend, though it’s not guaranteed. Students are matched with roommates based on a questionnaire and personal preferences. If students are having issues with their roommate or things are not working out, they should speak with their Resident Assistant or Area Coordinator.

The Office of Residence Life encourages roommates to try to work out their problems. Moving in to another room or switching roommates will be the last resort if meditation between the roommates fails and if there is space available for students to move.

Q: Can my student bring a vehicle to campus, even if they’re a freshman?

A: Yes. All students are permitted to bring their own vehicle.

Q: What if my student doesn’t have a car?

A: There is a free shuttle that runs Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday evenings and all day Saturdays and Sundays to various “hot spots” in the area. Students must sign up a day in advance to ride the shuttle.

Q: What if my student is a commuter? Will he/she feel left out?

A: No! The Office of Commuter Life and the Commuter Student Council are designed specifically to keep commuter students informed and engaged in campus life.

Q: My student has special dietary needs. Are they going to have options?

A: Yes. Keystone’s food service provider will work with your student to ensure there are healthy options available according to your student’s needs.

Q: My student learns differently. Does Keystone offer any additional services for students like mine?

A: Yes. Keystone has a variety of services available for students. The Student Success Center (SSC) will work with your student to ensure he/she meets his/her maximum potential.  In addition, the SSC offers peer and professional tutoring to all students.

Q: What kinds of activities are available on campus?

A: A ton! Keystone is home to 15 NCAA Division III athletics teams and Keystone’s Student Activities Office hosts on-campus events every other weekend. With over 30 clubs and organizations on campus, no student should be bored!

Q: Is the campus safe?

A: Keystone’s Campus Safety Department strives to make Keystone as safe as possible. Officers are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.