University of Akron

University of Akron is a public institution that was founded in 1870. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 16,871, its setting is urban, and the campus size is 223 acres. It utilizes a semester-based academic calendar. University of Akron's ranking in the 2019 edition of Best Colleges is National Universities, Tier 2.

One of Northeast Ohio's most impactful institutions is The University of Akron (UA). With more than 22,000 students, 300-plus degree programs and a central location in metropolitan Akron, UA is at the heart of the region's educational and economic resurgence. UA emphasizes interdisciplinary studies, career-focused programs and experiential learning - valuing the arts and humanities as well as science and technology. The focus is on educating a diverse population of students, preparing them for rewarding careers and building the regional economy.