UA becomes first public university in Ohio to offer a B.S. in Polymer Science and Polymer Engineering

The University of Akron (UA) has become the first public university in Ohio to offer an undergraduate degree in polymer science and polymer engineering, providing more students from around the world with skills as polymer scientists and engineers.

THE UNIVERSITY OF AKRON

School of Polymer Science and Polymer Engineering

FROM RUBBER TO SUSTAINABLE POLYMERS, LEADING THE FIELD FOR MORE THAN A CENTURY.

Job Opening

We are seeking applicants for a Process Engineering Specialist position in the School of Polymer Science and Polymer Engineering.

See UA's official job opening and how to apply at: https://uakron.edu/hr/job-openings/openings.dot

Reference UA Job #13126 "Process Engineering Specialist"

PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS

Polymer students in the National Polymer Innovation Center

Graduate Programs

Ph.D. in Polymer Science

Ph.D. in Polymer Engineering

M.S. in Polymer Science

M.S. in Polymer Engineering

Professional Master's Degree

Akron Master's Program

Certificate in Elastomer Science and Engineering

Meet our faculty

Josh Menefee at work in Dr. Joy's at The University of Akron College of Polymer Science and Polymer Engineering

Undergraduate Programs

Minor in Polymer Science and Polymer Engineering

PPG Research Team Fellowships

Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) in Polymer Science and Polymer Engineering

Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP)

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RESEARCH AT OUR SCHOOL

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FACILITIES & SERVICES

National Polymer Innovation Center

The National Polymer Innovation Center (NPIC) is a contract services facility at the leading edge of polymer characterization and advanced manufacturing.

Akron Polymer Training Services

Akron Polymer Training Services (APTS) provides a range of workforce training solutions that leverage the School of Polymer Science and Polymer Engineering’s knowledgebase and capabilities.

Collaborative Research

Connecting with our faculty taps into expertise in biomaterials, drug detection and delivery, coatings, advanced / additive manufacturing, biomimicry, next-generation solar cells and energy storage, multi-scale molecular modeling, and sustainability and recycling.

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STUDENT SPOTLIGHT

I believe sustainability in polymers is a key area in which research must be focused for the sake of the future of polymers and the planet. It is my hope that my career will be spent advancing sustainable polymer technology and recycling.

— Joshua Seylar,
studying to earn his doctorate in polymer engineering

STUDENT VOICE

From the study of polymer engineering to enjoying Akron’s craft beer and art scene, Alessandro Perego counts himself as a major fan of The University of Akron and all that comes with it.