University of Akron Business Profile | CollegeXpress

University of Akron

Akron, OH

University of Akron

Akron, OH

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Experience Business

If you’re interested in going beyond being a student to become a well-rounded professional, empowered contributor, game-changer, and leader—you belong here!

Why the University of Akron College of Business?

ACADEMICS
We offer 16 majors, from Accounting, Marketing, Economics, and Financial Management to more specialized ones like Financial Planning and Risk Management.

EXPERIENCE
Our grads enter the workforce well prepared thanks to extensive internship, mentoring and leadership opportunities along with our Professional Development Center.

AFFORDABILITY
One of the least expensive major universities in the country for in-state residents, UA also distributes more than $5 million to business students in grants and scholarships each year.

ACCOLADES

 

Ranked in the top 10 among Ohio colleges and universities with the best value for students | SmartAsset, 2025

 

Ranked #1 in the world for polymer science and plastics engineering | EduRank.org, 2025

 

Ranked #2 among the "Best eSports Colleges in the US" | Daily Game, 2022

Our Business Majors

• Accounting
• Business Administration
• Business Data Analytics
• Business Law BBA/Juris Doctor (3+3) Accelerated Program
• Business Management
• Economics
• Financial Management
• Financial Planning
• Human Resource Management
• Information Systems
• International Business
• Marketing
• Risk Management & Insurance
• Sales Management
• Sport Analytics
• Sport Business
• Supply Chain/Operations Management

Minors
• Business Data Analytics
• Economics
• Entrepreneurship
• Finance
• Financial Planning
• Human Resource Management
• International Business
• Management Information Systems (MIS)
• Marketing
• Professional Selling
• Supply Chain/Operations Management

An Inside Look

What students are saying about us...

  • “There is no place I'd rather go. The engineering program has many amazing opportunities, from design teams to engaging curriculums to a plethora of co-op opportunities, that I know that my college experience would not be as great anywhere else.”

    • Megan M. '28
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  • “I just simply love it here; the people, the energy on campus, the jobs I have and the involvements I participate in. I am extremely fulfilled and grateful for my chances and opportunities I've gained coming here.”

    • Jessica G. '27
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  • “There is community everywhere. From the crowds at basketball and soccer games to my brothers in Phi Kappa Psi, there is a place for everyone to fit in and call a second home.”

    • Collin H. '26
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  • “UA is a place where you can not only learn but also grow into the person you want to be while feeling supported every step of the way.”

    • Harold E. '26
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