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Agent Resources

Below you will find resources to assist you with your work.

Main contact for recruitment agents:

Marty Bennett, Director of International Recruitment and Engagement
The International Center
Simmons Hall, Akron, OH, 44325-4724
Email: mbennett@uakron.edu
Office: +1 330-972-4464
Mobile: +1 765-702-3772 (WhatsApp/WeChat/Line/Telegram)
Website: International Center


Complete our application form

This form is used to provide The University of Akron the ability to review your qualifications and for you to express your interest in the University. By submitting the form, you are not authorized to act as representative or agent of The University of Akron unless and until a signed contract is in place between the parties.

Please note: The form cannot be saved while you write your responses. Prepare your answers in advance by referring to this list of questions.

If you have questions while completing the form, please email Marty Bennett mbennett@uakron.edu. For the quickest response, title your email: Questions About the Agent Application Form.

Process:

  • Your application will be reviewed by our Agency Review Committee. This committee meets a couple of times each semester, so it may take a number of weeks until you hear back from us.
  • Once you are approved by the Agency Review Committee we will contact you to discuss contracts.

Guidelines

View and download:

Useful slide decks for your reference:

Useful links:

Here are some tools to help you communicate more effectively and more in line with The University of Akron’s brand standards.

Photos

Looking for UA photos to use in a recruitment or marketing project? Email Marty Bennett at mbennett@uakron.edu to request a folder of images that capture academics, student life, campus imagery, residence life, downtown Akron and more. 

Logo

Download the UA logo in a variety of formats, and learn how to display it in a manner that helps you meet your goals.

Seal

The University seal or crest reflects many aspects of our history and heritage.

Powerpoint template

Giving a presentation about UA? Here’s a PowerPoint template that’s consistent with our brand standards.

Colors

The UA color palette – how to use it, and keep communications looking fresh.

  • List of undergraduate programs

  • Application form for undergraduate students

    • All applicants need to submit a NACES Evaluation along with their application. Applicants with university-level coursework must request a course-by-course NACES evaluation.
    • Any student who completes a NACES verification and evaluation as part of their application process, is admitted, is issued a visa, and enrolls in classes at the University of Akron, will receive a $300 scholarship. 
    • Ordering Evaluations using TEC
      • TEC is a NACES member company that has created a custom application and discounted rate for University of Akron applicants to receive a course-by-course evaluation of their non-U.S. transcripts. Please apply to TEC through this custom application.
    • Ordering Evaluations using WES
      • Please visit WES and select the following option: Course-by-Course Evaluation
    • Ordering Evaluations using ECE
      • Please visit ECE and select the following option: Course-by-Course Evaluation Report
    • Ordering Evaluations using IEE
    • Note: At this time, international undergraduate students are not able to start classes during the summer. We admit for spring and fall only. Exceptions may apply. Contact us with specific questions.

English Language Institute (ELI)

General information

Arrival info

Housing

Health and Medical support

Career Support

International students at the University of Akron