Agent Resources

Guidelines

• University of Akron logo and guidelines

View and download:

• University of Akron promotional flyer
• University of Akron Undergraduate Degrees (includes information about STEM designated programs that qualify for the STEM-OPT extension)
• University of Akron Graduate programs
• University of Akron International brochure (2024)
• AIFAL Company Workshop 2024
• About The University of Akron
• College of Engineering and Polymer Science
• English Language Institute (ELI)
• About the City of Akron, Ohio

Useful slide decks for your reference:

• Overview of the University of Akron, Admissions processes and Information for Fall 2025 (for all students)
• Spotlight on Undergraduate Programs (All Colleges)
• College of Business - UG and Graduate Programs
• College of Engineering and Polymer Science - UG and Graduate Programs

Useful links:

• About The University of Akron
• Virtual tour of our campus
• Check out our award-winning residence halls
• About the City of Akron, Ohio
• University of Akron YouTube Channel
  • Features students discussing majors from Respiratory Therapy to Political Science, and more
  • College of Business Channel
  • College of Engineering and Polymers Channel
  • Co-op story: Michael Ameteku, Ghana. Major: Mechanical Engineering.
  • Akronauts: Ana Clecia Alves Almeida, Brazil. Major: Mechanical Engineering.
  • Outstanding International Undergraduate Student Award Winner, from the Ohio International Consortium (OIC): Jose Carlos Garcia Barahona, Honduras. Major: Electrical Engineering.
  • Microbio-Man: Superhero award winner, from Lewermark International Student Insurance: Isuru Priyaranga Silva, Sri Lanka, Major: Microbiology and Astrobiology (PhD).
  • Aislinn’s Story: Aislinn Meaney, Ireland. Major: Organizational Supervision and Criminal Intelligence.

• 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
    • Please visit 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 proficiency requirements for undergraduate students

• Tuition, fees, and scholarships for undergraduate students

  • Scholarships: most scholarships are awarded without need for a separate application.
  • Declaration and Certification of finances for Spring 2025
  • Declaration and Certification of finances for Fall 2025

• The Williams Honors College

• • A separate application is required for students interested in the Honors College.

• Additional information for students who are under 18

• List of graduate programs

• General admission requirements for graduate programs (some programs may have different requirements)

• Application form for graduate 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
    • Please visit IEE  
       
  • Note: At this time, most international graduate students are not able to start classes during the summer. Exceptions may apply. Contact us.
    
    

• English proficiency requirements for graduate students

• Tuition and fees for graduate students

  • Declaration and Certification of finances for Spring 2025
  • Declaration and Certification of finances for Fall 2025

• Graduate assistantships

  • International Law students, contact the Law School for more information

English Language Institute (ELI)

• The English Language Institute has reopened for students with conditional admission.
  • No additional application required. Students who are academically eligible but who do not meet the English Language requirement will automatically receive admission to ELI.
  • Declaration and Certification of finances for SPRING 2025
  • Declaration and Certification of finances for FALL 2025

General information

• *NEW Starting in Fall 2024, we will require a NACES evaluation with all applications.
• Office of Accessibility
• Akron Athletics
• Help A Zip (for enrolled students who need assistance)
• *NEW Fun fact: Akron’s robot food delivery service

Arrival info

• Arrival information for all international students

Housing

• Residence Life and Student Housing (on campus housing)
• Office of Off Campus Living (off campus housing support)

Health and Medical support

• On-campus Student Health Services (medical support for enrolled students)
• Vaccination information for international students
• On-campus mental health support for enrolled students
• Mandatory health insurance coverage

Career Support

• Career Services and Student Employment
  • Students can work up to 20 hours per week on campus while classes are in session (29 hours over break).
  • Career Services also assists with internship and work experience placements
• Career Outcomes for UA graduates
• *NEW PLUS+ path program, where students can enhance real-world job skills