Is University of Akron Main Campus worth it?
University of Akron Main Campus is a public, four-year institution in Akron, Ohio (midsize city), part of the University of Akron system. It awarded 3,945 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in liberal arts and sciences, engineering and registered nursing.
University of Akron Main Campus is part of University of Akron
Employer, job title and found-employed figures are reported for the whole system, not for this campus. Federal data on this page is for this campus only.
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Federal context for University of Akron Main Campus
Published by the federal government for federally aided students. It does not say which employers hire graduates.
Median earnings 1 year after
$47,979
Median earnings 4 years after
$62,809
Median earnings 10 years after
$46,600
Average net price
$13,946
Completion rate
52%
Completions (2024)
3,945
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
9,052
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | $67,141 | $76,089 | 294 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $45,211 | $68,285 | 236 |
| Mechanical Engineering | Bachelor's | $71,448 | $87,752 | 231 |
| Law | First professional | $57,386 | $79,750 | 229 |
| Social Work | Master's | $46,850 | $56,193 | 136 |
| Marketing | Bachelor's | $47,740 | $65,857 | 123 |
| Special Education and Teaching | Bachelor's | $34,073 | $41,782 | 110 |
| Accounting and Related Services | Bachelor's | $53,920 | $73,101 | 108 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $30,456 | $47,763 | 103 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Master's | $138,834 | $146,142 | 101 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | Bachelor's | $35,111 | $44,100 | 98 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Associate | $31,901 | $48,342 | 86 |
| Chemical Engineering | Bachelor's | $71,873 | $90,279 | 85 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services | Master's | $51,305 | $60,319 | 82 |
| Social Work | Bachelor's | $37,541 | $50,823 | 78 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | Associate | 468 |
| Engineering, Other | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 230 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Bachelor's | 162 |
| Law | Doctoral professional practice | 137 |
| Mechanical Engineering | Bachelor's | 134 |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | Associate | 109 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 81 |
| Advanced Legal Research/Studies, General | Post-master's certificate | 69 |
| Criminal Justice/Safety Studies | Bachelor's | 67 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other | Master's | 67 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 22% | 14,343 |
| Educational Services | 16% | 10,435 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 12% | 7,833 |
| Manufacturing | 11% | 7,050 |
| Retail Trade | 6% | 4,291 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 5% | 3,197 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 5% | 3,018 |
| Finance and Insurance | 4% | 2,916 |
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Sources: federal figures for University of Akron Main Campus. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Ohio. Counts under 10 are not published.
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