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University of Akron Main Campus (UA)
- 302 Buchtel Common
- Akron, OH 44325
- OPEID College Code: 00312300
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- General Phone: (330) 972-7111
- President: Luis M Proenza
- Website: www.uakron.edu
- Type: Public, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Doctoral and First-Professional Degree
- Local Area: Midsized City
- Student Enrollment: 23,007
- College Alias: UA
Basic Information
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- On-Campus Day Care Available
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Can Complete Preparation With Specialization State Approved for Certification
- ROTC Army Air Force
- Mission Statement
- The University of Akron, a publicly assisted metropolitan institution, strives to develop enlightened members of society. It offers comprehensive programs of instruction from associate through doctoral levels; pursues a vigorous agenda of research in the arts, sciences and professions; and provides service to the community. The university
pursues excellence in undergraduate education and distinction in selected areas of graduate instruction, inquiry, and creative activity.
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available - UA Library Profile
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Research Universities (High Research Activity)
- Undergraduate Classification Professions Plus Arts & Sciences, High Graduate Coexistence
- Graduate Classification Comprehensive Doctoral (No Medical/Veterinary)
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Medium Full-Time Four-Year, Inclusive
- Enrollment Classification High Undergraduate
- Size Classification Large Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.uakron.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees N/A
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $30.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $30.00
- Professional Degree Application Fee: $35.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: UA Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 85%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 66% | 40% | 28% | 31% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $5,447 | $3,276 | $1,003 | $3,888 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 4.1% | 4.9% | 5.1% |
| Number in Default | 284 | 297 | 270 |
| Number in Repayment | 6,786 | 5,948 | 5,241 |
Undergraduate Student Expenses
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $8,382 | $8,382 | $7,958 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $17,631 | $17,631 | $16,682 |
| Books and Supplies | $900 | $900 | $900 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $8,003 | $7,640 | $7,208 |
| Other Expenses | $2,504 | $2,630 | $2,630 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $9,620 | $9,620 | $9,072 |
| Other Expenses | $3,034 | $3,160 | $3,160 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $3,024 | $3,160 | $3,150 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-State | $19,789 | $19,552 | $18,696 |
| Out of State | $29,038 | $28,801 | $27,420 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-State | $21,936 | $22,062 | $21,090 |
| Out of State | $31,185 | $31,311 | $29,814 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-State | $12,306 | $12,432 | $12,008 |
| Out of State | $21,555 | $21,681 | $20,732 |
Graduate Student Expenses
| In-State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Total Tuition and Fees | ||
| Law School | $12,431 | $20,105 |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 23,007 Undergraduate: 18,974 Graduate: 3,491 Professional: 542
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 11,169 Female: 11,838
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 9,478 Female: 9,496
- Graduate Gender Male: 1,384 Female: 2,107
- Professional Gender Male: 307 Female: 235
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 16,639 Part-Time: 6,368
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 14,590 Part-Time: 4,384
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 1,729 Part-Time: 1,762
- Professional Attendance Full-Time: 320 Part-Time: 222
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 841 | 4% |
| American Indian | 70 | 0.3% |
| Black | 2,805 | 12% |
| Asian | 436 | 2% |
| Hispanic | 270 | 1% |
| White | 17,662 | 77% |
| Unknown | 923 | 4% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 391 | 2% |
| Ages 18-19 | 5,485 | 24% |
| Ages 20-21 | 4,810 | 21% |
| Ages 22-24 | 4,779 | 21% |
| Ages 25-29 | 3,499 | 15% |
| Ages 30-34 | 1,469 | 6% |
| Ages 35-39 | 1,019 | 4% |
| Ages 40-49 | 1,062 | 5% |
| Ages 50-65 | 456 | 2% |
| Age Over 65 | 22 | 0.1% |
| Age Uknown | 15 | 0.07% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 3,519 | 2,296 | 1,223 |
| Faculty Status | 1,662 | 797 | 865 |
| Tenured Faculty | 549 | 549 | - |
| Graduate Assistants | 1,243 | - | 1,243 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 1,599 | 734 | 865 |
| Primarily Instruction | 1,599 | 734 | 865 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 109 | 109 | - |
| Other Professionals | 556 | 496 | 60 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 1,255 | 957 | 298 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 499 | 408 | 91 |
| Skilled Crafts | 57 | 57 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 375 | 258 | 117 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $67,623 (679) | $74,167 (389) | $58,847 (290) |
| Professor | $88,969 (209) | $93,593 (151) | $76,928 (58) |
| Associate Professor | $65,967 (251) | $67,617 (144) | $63,746 (107) |
| Assistant Professor | $56,471 (125) | $60,012 (65) | $52,635 (60) |
| Instructor | $42,692 (57) | $40,076 (16) | $43,713 (41) |
| Lecturer | $34,375 (37) | $33,794 (13) | $34,689 (24) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $104,074 (55) | $114,049 (41) | $74,861 (14) |
| Professor | $115,847 (40) | $119,031 (34) | $97,810 (6) |
| Associate Professor | $85,056 (7) | $84,461 (5) | $86,543 (2) |
| Assistant Professor | $91,505 (1) | $91,505 (1) | - (-) |
| Instructor | $57,612 (7) | $115,173 (1) | $48,019 (6) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $68,937 (734) | $75,992 (430) | $58,957 (304) |
| Professor | $89,903 (249) | $94,291 (185) | $77,219 (64) |
| Associate Professor | $66,066 (258) | $67,667 (149) | $63,876 (109) |
| Assistant Professor | $56,617 (126) | $60,237 (66) | $52,635 (60) |
| Instructor | $43,178 (64) | $43,261 (17) | $43,148 (47) |
| Lecturer | $34,375 (37) | $33,794 (13) | $34,689 (24) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (Ncaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | Coed Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | ||||
| Total Aid | $5,106,590 | $3,265,532 | $1,841,058 | $73,937 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 63% | 36% | 1% |
| Participants | ||||
| All Athletes | 413 | 254 | 148 | 11 |
| Baseball | 36 | 36 | - | - |
| Basketball | 31 | 18 | 13 | - |
| Track and Field and Cross Country (Combined) | 101 | 55 | 46 | - |
| Football | 107 | 107 | - | - |
| Golf | 11 | 11 | - | - |
| Rifle | 11 | - | - | 11 |
| Soccer | 55 | 27 | 28 | - |
| Softball | 20 | - | 20 | - |
| Swimming and Diving (Combined) | 22 | - | 22 | - |
| Tennis | 8 | - | 8 | - |
| Volleyball | 11 | - | 11 | - |
| Coaches Salaries | ||||
| Head Coaches | - | $114,059 | $64,436 | $10,000 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $43,777 | $28,849 | - |
| Coaches | ||||
| All Coaches | 53 | 29 | 23 | 1 |
| Baseball | 3 | 3 | - | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 2 | - | - |
| Basketball | 8 | 4 | 4 | - |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 6 | 3 | 3 | - |
| Track and Field and Cross Country (Combined) | 10 | 5 | 5 | - |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 8 | 4 | 4 | - |
| Football | 12 | 12 | - | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 11 | 11 | - | - |
| Golf | 2 | 2 | - | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | 1 | - | - |
| Rifle | 1 | - | - | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - | - |
| Soccer | 6 | 3 | 3 | - |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 2 | 2 | - |
| Softball | 3 | - | 3 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 | - |
| Swimming and Diving (Combined) | 3 | - | 3 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 | - |
| Tennis | 2 | - | 2 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 | - |
| Volleyball | 3 | - | 3 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 | - |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 68%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 46%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 36% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 31% |
| Female | 40% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 48% |
| American Indian | 38% |
| Black | 16% |
| Asian | 62% |
| Hispanic | 23% |
| White | 39% |
| Unknown | 28% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 10% |
| 5 Years | 24% |
| 6 Years | 31% |
Crime Statistics
| 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Weapons Related | - | 1 |
| Drug Related | 13 | 9 |
| Liquor Related | 20 | 27 |
| Residence Hall | ||
| Drug Related | 4 | 3 |
| Liquor Related | 9 | 8 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | 9 | 6 |
| Robbery | 3 | 5 |
| Aggravated Assault | 1 | 3 |
| Burglary | 12 | 20 |
| Vehicle Theft | 10 | 20 |
| Arson | 1 | - |
| Residence Hall | ||
| Forcible Rape | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | - | 1 |
| Aggravated Assault | 1 | 1 |
| Burglary | 9 | 7 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
