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University of Akron Main Campus

Akron, Ohio · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$42,269

Acceptance Rate

71%

Graduation Rate

48%

Annual Tuition

$12,799

Quick answer

According to U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data on USACollegeData.com (2024-25 College Scorecard release), graduates of University of Akron Main Campus earn a median of $46,600 ten years after entry — 14% below the national median. Acceptance rate 70.9%, average SAT score 1081, in-state tuition $12,799.

At a Glance

Total Students

10,011

Retention Rate

73%

Faculty Ratio

16

Financial Aid

35%

Median Debt

$23,250

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Public

Admissions: SAT & ACT Scores

Average SAT Score

1,081

SAT Reading/Writing (middle 50%)

460–600

SAT Math (middle 50%)

440–590

ACT Composite (middle 50%)

17–25

Institution Overview

The University of Akron is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 70.9% and a student body of 10,011. The university's retention rate is 73%, and 48% of students graduate. The in-state tuition is $12,799. About 35% of students receive financial aid.

One year after graduation, alumni earn $47,979. Five years after graduation, alumni earn $42,269, and ten years after graduation, alumni earn $46,600. The median debt for students is $23,250.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$48k

1 YEAR

$42k

5 YEARS

$47k

10 YEARS

Top 62% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, University of Akron Main Campus graduates earn $47,979. Five years after graduation, earnings decrease to $42,269. Ten years after graduation, earnings increase to $46,600. The median debt for graduates is $23,250, and 35% of students receive financial aid.

The University of Akron Main Campus has a 70.9% acceptance rate, a 48% graduation rate, and a 73% retention rate. The in-state tuition is $12,799. The total student population is 10,011.

Popular Programs

Top performing degrees based on enrollment and outcome data.

Business Administration, Management and Operations

Graduates 311 / yr
Median Salary $97,795

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

Graduates 283 / yr
Median Salary $138,834

Mechanical Engineering

Graduates 232 / yr
Median Salary $71,448

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Graduates 154 / yr
Median Salary $31,901

Law

Graduates 152 / yr
Median Salary $57,386

Social Work

Graduates 144 / yr
Median Salary $46,850

Accounting and Related Services

Graduates 125 / yr
Median Salary $60,454

Marketing

Graduates 120 / yr
Median Salary $47,740

Biology, General

Graduates 119 / yr
Median Salary $32,050

Chemical Engineering

Graduates 115 / yr
Median Salary $71,873

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas

Graduates 100 / yr
Median Salary $44,114

Special Education and Teaching

Graduates 100 / yr
Median Salary $46,705

Psychology, General

Graduates 97 / yr
Median Salary $30,456

Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services

Graduates 89 / yr
Median Salary $30,835

Health and Physical Education/Fitness

Graduates 84 / yr
Median Salary $39,461

Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians

Graduates 82 / yr
Median Salary $61,835

Criminal Justice and Corrections

Graduates 81 / yr
Median Salary $38,547

Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions

Graduates 80 / yr
Median Salary $45,096

Chemistry

Graduates 80 / yr
Median Salary $44,970

Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions

Graduates 79 / yr
Median Salary $52,237

Communication Disorders Sciences and Services

Graduates 78 / yr
Median Salary $51,305

Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication

Graduates 77 / yr
Median Salary $41,396

Health/Medical Preparatory Programs

Graduates 70 / yr
Median Salary $31,218

Finance and Financial Management Services

Graduates 70 / yr
Median Salary $55,946

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Campus Location

Akron, Ohio

Akron, OH 44325-2102

University of Akron Main Campus is located in Akron, Ohio. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

University of Akron Main Campus has an acceptance rate of 70.9%.