Student support resources

Involvement
Getting involved on campus is critical to academic success! That’s why we have student organizations, athletic opportunities and cultural events to get students connected to the campus community.

Diversity
The University celebrates different perspectives and frames of reference with diverse faculty and staff who are committed to excellence. Our faculty hails from 62 countries and all 50 states.

Commitment
At The University of Akron, we are committed to helping students succeed in the classroom. See more about our academic services.


Student Life


Student Services

  • Accessibility, Office of
    Provides reasonable accommodations and a supportive, well-resourced environment to students with disabilities
  • Academic Advising
    An advisor can help plan your schedule each semester to help assure timely graduation
  • Career Center
    Get information on internships/co-ops, jobs on campus, career planning and placement, interview prep and career readiness
  • Counseling Center
    Psychological counseling, testing services, training, and career advice
  • Health Services
    General health care, women’s health, sports injuries, student health insurance
  • Student Recreation and Wellness Center
    Fitness and wellness, intramural sports, outdoor programs, climbing wall, aquatics
  • Safety at UA
    Advice for staying safe on campus, annual safety report
  • Tutoring
    Free tutoring is offered for many courses
  • ZipAssist
    A central hub of support for all students during their Akron Experience

Money Matters

Site offers free financial advice for students

UA has joined with the nonprofit CashCourse to give students free, noncommercial, financial decision-making tools online. The site can help you with budgeting, using credit cards, paying for college and avoiding identity theft. Visit CashCourse.


Registrar

The Registrar’s Office maintains student academic records, sets exam schedules, coordinates class registration, manages official academic transcripts and provides certification of enrollment. If you have questions for this office, visit the Student Services Center in the lobby of Simmons Hall (map) or call 330-972-8300.