University of Akron Main Campus
A good fit for families looking for lower cost and in-state Ohio residents. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 9,052 students.
About This School
University of Akron Main Campus is a public institution located in Akron, Ohio with approximately 9,052 undergraduate students enrolled. University of Akron Main Campus has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 60%. The average net price after financial aid is $13,946 per year. The graduation rate is 52%, and the typical graduate earns $41,800 within 10 years of enrollment.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: at roughly $15,000/year after aid, the cost is genuinely affordable, and the 71% acceptance rate makes it accessible — but a 48% graduation rate means about half of students who start don't finish, which is a real concern worth taking seriously. Worth considering if you have a clear major tied to the Akron/Northeast Ohio job market and a concrete plan to stay on track, but students who need strong academic support structures or a highly engaged campus culture may struggle to reach the finish line.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Financial Aid
Full Cost
After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 19% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (9,052 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
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Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
- Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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