For International Students

The College of Business (CoB) at The University of Akron welcomes students from more than 30 countries each year. International students choose the College of Business for a variety of reasons:

• accredited, innovative, flexible and affordable programs of study
• ranking among the top business schools in the U.S.
• experienced and highly qualified faculty
• diverse and friendly students
• excellent facilities
• scholarships and graduate assistantships
• caring, personalized advising services
• metropolitan setting and proximity to major U.S. cities

Throughout the year, the flags of the home countries of our international students are displayed in the CoB atrium on a rotating basis. Click here for a list of the flags currently on display.

Undergraduate students

• International admissions
• Scholarships for international students

Graduate students

• Application Procedures
• Graduate Programs in Business

Helpful links for all international students

• International Center: see details about admissions and other important information
• Information for current international students
• Global Ties-Akron
• Forms for international students, including Declaration and Certification of Finance
• English Language Institute
• English Language Proficiency Requirements
• Entrance Examinations (TOEFL, TSE, etc.)
• International Transfer Credit
• Medical Insurance
• NAFSA: Association of International Educators
• Student Organizations
• The University of Akron Developed English Proficiency Test (U-ADEPT)
• Transcripts/Degrees
• USIA Fulbright
• Other Useful Links