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Admissions & Aid

The most important YES is the one you give yourself.

Applications are officially open!

Your future won't wait. Why should you? One application, endless possibilities, and it's FREE!

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Why Â鶹´«Ã½ to Akron?

With high-quality academics, generous financial aid programs and excellent career outcomes, The University of Akron is committed to supporting you as you pursue your education. 

Affordable

94% receive financial aid

The majority of incoming first-year students receive some form of financial aid, such as merit scholarships and federal grants. 

Inclusive

Top 10% for international students

The World University Rankings for International Students ranked us among the top schools for students from outside the U.S.  

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17:1 Student-to-faculty ratio

With fewer than 30 students in most classes, you’ll get personal attention from faculty members.

How to Â鶹´«Ã½

We welcome students from a variety of educational backgrounds. Admissions requirements, deadlines, and the application process will vary based on your situation.  

• First-Year Student Admissions
• Transfer Student Admissions
• Graduate Student Admissions

Affordability & Aid

More than 94% of incoming first-year students receive some form of financial aid, such as scholarships, grants and work-study. 

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• Types of Financial Aid
• Â鶹´«Ã½ing for Financial Aid
• Tuition Information

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Discover more about our campus and programs — or start the application process today.  

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INVESTED IN YOUR SUCCESS

When I chose Akron, it really came down to the people. But one of the big drivers was the scholarship opportunities. [That] allowed me to not focus on debt, but focus on my career.  

Riley S. ’23

Marketing and Sales Management (double major)

The Stats Don't Lie

Akron has the big school resources and opportunities, but has the small school feel that allows you to see your friends on the way to class and wave at your professors in the student union, and that’s really special.  

Miranda B. ’25

Biology and Statistics (double major)

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