University of Akron050

The University of Akron has a student body of more than 24,000, representing 44 U.S. states and 76 foreign countries. Students have many academic choices: The University of Akron offers approximately 300 associate, bachelor's, master's, doctoral and law degree programs and 100 certificate programs at sites in Summit, Wayne, Medina and Holmes counties.

The university's 218-acre campus is situated near the heart of Akron's downtown, making it easily accessible from State Route 8 and Interstate 76.

Many families visit UA with their children long before the kids are off to college, thanks to the many shows held throughout the year at the university's EJ Thomas Hall.