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How to Get Into University of Akron Main Campus

Akron, OH · Public · 2025-2026 cycle · Verified data

University of Akron Main Campus Admissions Statistics

60%
Acceptance Rate
460-600
SAT Reading (mid 50%)
440-590
SAT Math (mid 50%)
17-25
ACT (mid 50%)
9,052
Undergrads
52%
Graduation Rate

How to Actually Get Into University of Akron Main Campus

The bar here is clear

University of Akron Main Campus admits most qualified applicants. Clear the academic bar (the ranges below) and your odds are strong. The real questions become fit, cost, and whether it earns its slot on your list, not whether you can get in.

Position your scores against the real bands

The middle 50% of enrolled students sits around 900-1190 combined SAT or 17-25 ACT. Above the 75th percentile, scores work for you and this can behave like a target. Below the 25th percentile, the rest of your application has to carry the file, treat it as a reach. Test policy here is "Test-flexible", check the fine print for your specific program.

Use the Early Action round deliberately

University of Akron Main Campus offers Early Action: non-binding and worth taking if your application is ready, an earlier answer helps you calibrate the rest of your list, and EA carries no downside beyond the earlier deadline.

The bigger picture: no single school decides your outcome, the shape of your whole list does. Read how top counselors build a college list before you finalize where University of Akron Main Campus fits.

University of Akron Main Campus Application Deadlines (2025-2026)

Round Deadline
Early Action (EA) November 1, 2025
Regular Decision (RD) Rolling

Deadlines verified from official sources for the 2025-2026 cycle. Rounds change year to year, always confirm on the school's site before submitting.

Application Requirements & Costs

Application platform Common App
Application fee $0
Test scores Test-flexible
Writing supplement Not required
Counselor recommendation Not required

University of Akron Main Campus Cost & Financial Aid

Total cost of attendance (sticker, per year) $26,284
Tuition & fees (in-state / out-of-state) $13,135 / $20,815
Room & board (on campus) $11,904
Average net price (aid-receiving families) $13,946

What You'd Actually Pay, by Family Income

Average net price per year (after grants and scholarships) for aid-receiving families, from federal College Scorecard data:

Family income Average net price / year
$0-30k $10,413
$30-48k $10,131
$48-75k $13,519
$75-110k $17,800
$110k+ $20,226
29%
Students receiving Pell Grants
32%
Students taking federal loans
73%
Freshman retention rate
17:1
Student-faculty ratio

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