There are 49 colleges within 100 miles of Akron enrolling a total of 357,427 students. These are the closest colleges.
Located in Michigan with a population of 402, the closest colleges are ranked below by distance from Akron. The nearest college is Saginaw Valley State University in University Center at a distance of 22.6 miles from Akron. Driving time to these schools from Akron should be less than 2 hours. The top rated college in the area is University of Michigan in Ann Arbor which is ranked #50 in the nation by CollegeSimply. The largest college in the area is University of Michigan enrolling 51,225 students. In terms of affordability, Saginaw Chippewa Tribal College in Mount Pleasant offers the lowest tuition for colleges in the area at $1,560 per year.
This directory is inclusive of nearby two and four year schools, both public and private. If you are looking for more affordable higher education options or not ready for a full four-year program, consider local community colleges near Akron.
49 results
Public 4 Year
1 reviews
#14 Best Public Universities in Michigan
23 miles from Akron
Public 2 Year
0 reviews
24 miles from Akron
Public 2 Year
0 reviews
Applications Due Aug 31
39 miles from Akron
Private 4 Year
0 reviews
#2 Best Private Colleges in Michigan
40 miles from Akron
Public 4 Year
0 reviews
#8 Best Public Universities in Michigan
Applications Due Aug 22
39 miles from Akron
Private 4 Year
0 reviews
#10 Best Private Colleges in Michigan
38 miles from Akron
Private 4 Year
0 reviews
Applications Due Aug 10
42 miles from Akron
Private 4 Year
0 reviews
42 miles from Akron
Private 4 Year
0 reviews
52 miles from Akron
Private 4 Year
0 reviews
59 miles from Akron
Public 2 Year
0 reviews
60 miles from Akron
Public 4 Year
3 reviews
#9 Best Public Universities in Michigan
63 miles from Akron
Public 4 Year
0 reviews
#11 Best Public Universities in Michigan
64 miles from Akron
Private 4 Year
0 reviews
#16 Best Private Colleges in Michigan
65 miles from Akron
Private 4 Year
0 reviews
64 miles from Akron
Public 2 Year
1 reviews
66 miles from Akron
Private 4 Year
0 reviews
66 miles from Akron
Public 2 Year
0 reviews
68 miles from Akron
The closest community college is Delta College and is 23.6 miles from Akron. Explore the complete list of nearby community college options.
Tuition and fees at Delta College are $4,460 for local residents for one academic year. Explore full costs to attend.
Delta College has an open admission policy. Open admission colleges typically have few admission thresholds and will admit all applicants so long as certain minimum requirements are met.