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University of Akron Main Campus

Akron, Ohio 44325-2102

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Known for engineering — excellent value

University of Akron Main Campus is a public institution in Akron with particular strength in engineering and business. With an average SAT of 1088, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A large campus of 10K undergraduates with a 16:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

48% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $46,600 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $14,981.

Established
1870
Motto
Fiat Lux
Mascot
Zippy the Kangaroo
Type
Public research university
Division
Division I
71%Acceptance
1088SAT Avg
10,011Students
16:1Student:Faculty
48%Grad Rate
$46,600Earnings 10yr
$14,981Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate70.9%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1088

Reading & Writing
480590
Math
470600

ACT Score Range

Composite
1825

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$12,799
Tuition (out-of-state)$17,239
Room & Board$11,070
Books & Supplies$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance$24,555
Average Net Price$14,981
Median Debt at Graduation$23,250
Monthly Payment (10yr)$246

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$12,469
$30–48K$12,319
$48–75K$14,771
$75–110K$17,982
$110K+$19,698

Programs (304)

Student Body

Undergrads
10,011
Gender Split
47% / 53%
Women / Men
First Generation
36%
Pell Grant Recipients
29%

Race & Ethnicity

White 69%
Black 13%
Hispanic 4%
Asian 5%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 2%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate48.2%
Freshman Retention73.0%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$42,269
8 Years$43,166
10 Years$46,600

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$36,600
Men
$47,600

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