At The University of Akron, you will become more than your major by embracing the countless opportunities offered to you for student involvement, leadership development and community building. UA is a place where your passion meets possibility with unlimited pathways to success, propelled by real-world experiences and invaluable connections that pave the way for meaningful careers.

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Whether you are a first-time college student, a transfer applicant, or an international student, we are here to support you every step of the way.

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of first-year students receive some form of financial aid

We are proud to offer a quality education at a great price, making your dreams more achievable than ever before. With our commitment to providing unlimited pathways to success, your passion meets boundless possibilities here at UA. Our real-world experiences and invaluable connections propel you towards meaningful careers that make a difference.

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find your passion

Your major matters (of course it does), and we have 200 for you to choose from. Here, you’ll also have the connections and support to make your time in college result in much more than earning a degree. Still undecided? We've got you covered with the support and guidance you need.

EXPLORE OUR MAJORS

engineering

For 110 years we have been preparing career-ready engineers through high-quality programs and innovative, hands-on curriculum. Here, you can design, lead and build your future as an engineer.

nursing

Nurses are the backbone of today’s healthcare system, and we're here to empower the next generation of innovative medical leaders through solid academics, simulation labs and clinical experience.

biology

Biology is a hands-on discipline, which is why we offer experiential learning opportunities in labs on campus, field courses, and classes that take you to Virginia Beach, Maine and the Bahamas.

business

Become career-ready and connected with our leadership training, mentoring, networking and internships with top employers, including Fortune 500 companies and the Big Four accounting firms.

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IN FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

Students receive financial aid in the form of scholarships, grants and loans to make college affordable.

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PLACEMENT RATE

Recent grads were employed or continuing their education within six months of graduation.

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STUDENT-TO-FACULTY RATIO

Students don't get lost in the crowd and enjoy an average class size of 23 students.

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