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University of Akron Main Campus
The University of Akron, a publicly assisted metropolitan institution, strives to develop enlightened members of society. It offers comprehensive programs of instruction from associate through doctoral levels, pursues a vigorous agenda of research in the arts, sciences and professions, and provides service to the community. The University pursues excellence in undergraduate and graduate education and distinction in selected areas of graduate instruction, inquiry and creative activity.
General Information
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Contact Information 302 Buchtel Common, Akron, OH 44325-4702 www.uakron.edu admissions@uakron.edu |
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| Degrees Offered
Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree Doctor's Degree First-professional Degree | Type of Institution Public, 4-year or above |
| Certificates Offered Less than one year certificate One but less than two year certificate Postbaccalaureate certificate Post-master's certificate First-professional certificate | Carnegie Classification Research Universities (high research activity) |
| Special Learning Opportunities ROTC (Army, Air Force) Teacher certification Distance Learning opportunities Study abroad Weekend/Evening college | Federal Aid Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Stafford Loan) or scholarships. Students will not be eligible for federal aid without completing the FAFSA Financial Aid Application. University of Akron Main Campus FAFSA School Code |
| Credit Accepted Dual Credit Credit for life experiences Advanced placement (AP) credits | Religious Affiliation Not applicable |
| Student Population 21,882 (18,015 undergraduate) | Campus Setting City: Midsize |
| Undergraduate Student Age 68% under 25, 27% over 25 | Campus Housing Yes |
Admissions Information
| Undergraduate Application Fee (2006-2007) Click here to apply online | $30 |
Student Expenses
| UNDERGRADUATE ACADEMIC YEAR PRICES | |||
| DETAILED EXPENSES | 2006-2007 | 2005-2006 | 2004-2005 |
| Tuition and fees | |||
| In-State | $8,382 | $7,958 | $7,510 |
| Out-of-State | $17,631 | $16,682 | $15,740 |
| Books and Supplies | $900 | $900 | $900 |
| Living Arrangement | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $7,640 | $7,208 | $6,660 |
| Other | $2,630 | $2,630 | $2,630 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $9,620 | $9,072 | $8,558 |
| Other | $3,160 | $3,160 | $3,160 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other | $3,150 | $3,150 | $3,150 |
| TOTAL EXPENSES | 2006-2007 | 2005-2006 | 2004-2005 |
| In-State | |||
| On Campus | $19,552 | $18,696 | $17,700 |
| Off Campus | $22,062 | $21,090 | $20,128 |
| Off Campus with Family | $12,432 | $12,008 | $11,560 |
| Out-Of-State | |||
| On Campus | $28,801 | $27,420 | $25,930 |
| Off Campus | $31,311 | $29,814 | $28,358 |
| Off Campus with Family | $21,681 | $20,732 | $19,790 |
| All student expenses data apply to first-time degree/certificate-seeking students. | |||
Blog
Request, clemency denied for Cooey (The Elyria Chronicle-Telegram)
Oct 11 2008
ELYRIA — Convicted killer Richard Cooey’s efforts to halt his execution scheduled for Tuesday were dealt two serious blows Friday. Gov. Ted Strickland refused to grant Cooey, 41, clemency for the 1986 murders of University of Akron sorority sisters Dawn McCreery, 22, of North Ridgeville, and Wendy Offredo, 21. Also Friday, the 9th [...]
Wildcats use two late goals to rally for win over Royals (Akron Beacon Journal)
Oct 11 2008
St. Ignatius, No. 2 in the Division I state coaches poll, scored two goals in the last 12 minutes to defeat Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy 2-1 at the University of Akron's Lee Jackson Field on Friday night.
Expect traffic delays near Dome, police say
Sep 5 2008
Expect traffic delays near Dome, police say by Robert A. Baker / The Post-Standard Friday September 05, 2008, 10:40 AM Syracuse, NY -- Football fans planning to drive to the Syracuse University-Akron game Saturday are advised by the Syracuse police to expect some delays and traffic tie ups, especially in the area of the parking lots west of the Carrier Dome. Police also will be...
Aug 5 2008
There is a simple question being posed by a death row inmate in a federal lawsuit that has been lodged in Ohio and that question is, "can you be too fat to be put to death by lethal injection?" By now most of my regular readers know that I am anti-death penalty and have stated my reasons for such opposition elsewhere on my blog. The inmate, Richard Cooey, argues...
