Colleges Near Akron

Colleges and universities near me in the Akron, Michigan area

There are 50 colleges within 100 miles of Akron enrolling a total of 358,423 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.
Akron, MI within 100 miles Public Private For-Profit 4 year 2 year

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Saginaw Valley State University
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University Center, MI

Saginaw Valley State University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

#14 Best Public Universities in Michigan

  • 7,147enrollment
  • $12,432net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 970-1180SAT range
  • 20-25ACT range
  • 3.48Avg GPA

23 miles from Akron

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Delta College
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University Center, MI

Delta College

Public 2 Year

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  • 7,056enrollment
  • $6,113net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

24 miles from Akron

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Mott Community College
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Flint, MI
 

Mott Community College

Public 2 Year

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  • 5,969enrollment
  • $8,071net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

Applications Due Aug 31

39 miles from Akron

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Kettering University
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Flint, MI

Kettering University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

#2 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

  • 1,769enrollment
  • $34,486net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 1130-1370SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.77Avg GPA

40 miles from Akron

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University of Michigan Flint
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Flint, MI

University of Michigan Flint

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

#8 Best Public Universities in Michigan

  • 5,985enrollment
  • $10,840net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • 930-1220SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.54Avg GPA

Applications Due Aug 22

39 miles from Akron

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Northwood University Michigan
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Midland, MI

Northwood University Michigan

Private 4 Year

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#10 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

  • 2,246enrollment
  • $24,616net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 950-1160SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.41Avg GPA

38 miles from Akron

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Baker College of Flint
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Flint, MI
 

Baker College of Flint

Private 4 Year

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  • 4,106enrollment
  • $13,719net price
  • 37%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.2Avg GPA

Applications Due Aug 10

42 miles from Akron

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Baker College Center for Graduate Studies
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Flint, Michigan
 

Baker College Center for Graduate Studies

Private 4 Year

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  • 6,215enrollment
  • $21,770net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

42 miles from Akron

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Baker College of Owosso
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Owosso, Michigan
 

Baker College of Owosso

Private 4 Year

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  • 3,087enrollment
  • $11,815net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

52 miles from Akron

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Alma College
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Alma, MI

Alma College

Private 4 Year

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  • 1,260enrollment
  • $23,995net price
  • 65%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA

59 miles from Akron

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Saginaw Chippewa Tribal College
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Mount Pleasant, MI
 

Saginaw Chippewa Tribal College

Public 2 Year

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  • 143enrollment
  • $6,995net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

60 miles from Akron

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Central Michigan University
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Mount Pleasant, MI

Central Michigan University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

#9 Best Public Universities in Michigan

  • 14,557enrollment
  • $15,605net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 980-1220SAT range
  • 21-27ACT range
  • 3.47Avg GPA

63 miles from Akron

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Oakland University
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Rochester Hills, MI

Oakland University

Public 4 Year

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#11 Best Public Universities in Michigan

  • 16,108enrollment
  • $15,161net price
  • 90%acceptance rate
  • 1015-1245SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.51Avg GPA

64 miles from Akron

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Rochester College
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Rochester Hills, MI
 

Rochester College

Private 4 Year

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#16 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

  • 1,167enrollment
  • $18,665net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 840-1060SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.13Estimated Avg GPA

65 miles from Akron

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Baker College of Auburn Hills
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Auburn Hills, Michigan
 

Baker College of Auburn Hills

Private 4 Year

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  • 3,870enrollment
  • $13,090net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

64 miles from Akron

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Oakland Community College
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Bloomfield Hills, MI

Oakland Community College

Public 2 Year

1 reviews

 

  • 13,430enrollment
  • $5,605net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

66 miles from Akron

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Baker College of Port Huron
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Port Huron, Michigan
 

Baker College of Port Huron

Private 4 Year

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  • 1,463enrollment
  • $9,421net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

66 miles from Akron

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Mid Michigan Community College
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Harrison, MI
 

Mid Michigan Community College

Public 2 Year

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  • 3,382enrollment
  • $7,749net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

68 miles from Akron

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FAQ's

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.