The University of Akron
- 4 Year
- AKRON, OH
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The University of Akron
- grade B minusOverall Grade
- 4 Year
- AKRON, OH
- Rating 3.59 out of 5 2,887 reviews
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Report Card
- Academicsgrade B minus
- Valuegrade B minus
- Diversitygrade B
- Campusgrade B
- Athleticsgrade A minus
- Party Scenegrade A minus
- Professorsgrade B+
- Locationgrade B minus
- Dormsgrade B
- Campus Foodgrade A minus
- Student Lifegrade B
- Safetygrade C+
About
Athletic Division
NCAA Division I-FBS
Athletic Conference
Mid-American Conference
From The University of Akron
For the past 150 years, The University of Akron has risen from one peak to another in engineering, business, technology, health care, and the arts and sciences.
Bound and determined to meet every challenge, we continue to climb, to forge new paths and reach new heights — and we want you to join us.
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Admissions
Application Deadline
Rolling Admissions
Acceptance Rate
77%
SAT Range
990-1230
ACT Range
19-25
Application Fee
$50
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Required
Accepts Common App
Yes
Will You Get In?
Will You Get Into UA?
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Cost
Net Price
$17,328 / year
National
$15,523Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$7,171 / year
National
$7,535Students Receiving Financial Aid
95%
Scholarship
Academics
Professors
grade B+
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
17:1
Evening Degree Programs
Yes
70%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 178 responses63%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 216 responses50%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 216 responsesMajors
Most Popular Majors
- Nursing220 Graduates
- Mechanical Engineering197 Graduates
- Liberal Arts and Humanities190 Graduates
- Business181 Graduates
- Marketing115 Graduates
- Accounting102 Graduates
- Chemical Engineering102 Graduates
- Psychology97 Graduates
- Special Education and Teaching85 Graduates
- Biology84 Graduates
Bachelor of Science in Polymer Science and Polymer Engineering
The University of Akron has become the first public university in Ohio to offer an undergraduate degree in polymer science and polymer engineering, providing more students from around the world with skills as polymer scientists and engineers.
Online
Online Programs Offered
0
Offers Online Courses
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
0
Online Associates Programs
0
Online Bachelor's Programs
0
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
10,791 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
2,860
Undergrads Over 25
11%
Pell Grant
35%
Varsity Athletes
4%
Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
No data available
Poll
54%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join. 220 responsesPoll
51%
of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life. 276 responsesAfter College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$36,500 / year
National
$33,028Graduation Rate
48%
National
49%Employed 2 Years After Graduation
91%
National
83%82%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 119 responsesThe University of Akron Reviews
Rating 3.59 out of 5 2,887 reviews
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I am thoroughly enjoying my time at the University of Akron, for a long list of reasons.
I appreciate the size of the campus; all relevant courses and buildings are within reasonable proximity to each other, and it is very walkable and disability-friendly. The university staff is incredibly accommodating, helpful, and competent at their work, especially the guidance and advising departments. I've also had pleasant experiences with professors at Akron who were very empathetic and supportive of me and my peers' circumstances during Covid. The campus life is quite vibrant and there is no shortage of fun clubs and organizations for students even with the most niche interest, it's very easy to fit in!
The only gripe I have is with the seemingly unending, constant construction. The sight and smell of construction in the middle of the campus is unsightly, but ultimately I understand the purpose is the improvement of the university's infrastructure.
I appreciate the size of the campus; all relevant courses and buildings are within reasonable proximity to each other, and it is very walkable and disability-friendly. The university staff is incredibly accommodating, helpful, and competent at their work, especially the guidance and advising departments. I've also had pleasant experiences with professors at Akron who were very empathetic and supportive of me and my peers' circumstances during Covid. The campus life is quite vibrant and there is no shortage of fun clubs and organizations for students even with the most niche interest, it's very easy to fit in!
The only gripe I have is with the seemingly unending, constant construction. The sight and smell of construction in the middle of the campus is unsightly, but ultimately I understand the purpose is the improvement of the university's infrastructure.
It is diverse, full of life, and the professors, for the most part, are extremely helpful, I enjoy the University of Akron alot, but sadly, haven't got much to say about it. It feels old in a refreshing way, but carries with it alot of the convivences of modern society. The campus is steeped in history, and many of the professors you have will be acclaimed in their own right. The barriers to enter the University of Akron are low, and they are very accommodating to all students. I deeply enjoy my university!
I love(d) my experience at the University of Akron- not only is the social aspect of college extremely fun and safe, but campus as a whole is regularly patrolled and safe. They require each student to complete basic training to make sure everyone knows the resources available and where to report SA, hazing, and other dangerous acts. Overall great experience!