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The University of Akron
Akron,
OH
•4-Year Public•
Acceptance Rate83%
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About The University of Akron
The University of Akron is a public, state university in the city of Akron, Ohio. The University of Akron was founded in 1870. The college enrolls around 13,465 students per year, including 11,365 undergrad students.
The University of Akron Acceptance Rate 2022
It is moderately difficult to get into The University of Akron. The acceptance rate at The University of Akron is 83%. Out of 12,282 applications received in 2022, 10,178 students were offered admission.
| The University of Akron Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 83% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 3.5 |
| Test Optional | Yes |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 18% |
Click below to find out more about the admissions requirements and deadlines, student life, academics, majors and more.
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The University of Akron is located in the city of Akron, Ohio, near Cleveland.
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College Info
The University of Akron Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Aug 1
Transfer Applications are Due
Continuous processing
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to The University of Akron is Aug 1.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to The University of Akron is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
The University of Akron SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
970 - 1220
Math SAT Range
490 - 620
Reading SAT Range
490 - 610
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
SAT Score
Estimated Chance
1220 and Above
Good
970 to 1220
Avg
970 and Less
Low
SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted
The median SAT score for The University of Akron students is 1103. Applicants with SAT scores of 1220 and above have a good chance of being admitted to The University of Akron, while applicants with SAT scores between 970 to 1220 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 970 have a low chance of being offered a spot at The University of Akron.
The University of Akron Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$22,317
In State$25,390
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$10,097
$13,170
Fees
Unknown
Unknown
Housing
$11,220
$11,220
Books
$1,000
$1,000
Student Life
Wondering what life at The University of Akron is like? There are approximately 13,465 students enrolled at The University of Akron, including 11,365 undergraduate students and 2,100 graduate students. 76% percent of students attend school full-time, 93% percent are from OH and 7% percent of students are from other states.
76%
Full Time24%
Part Time93%
In State7%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
13,465
Campus Setting
Urban
Acceptance Rate
83%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Aug 1
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