Colleges Near Akron

Colleges and universities near me in the Akron, Ohio area

There are 4 colleges in Akron and 59 colleges within 50 miles enrolling a total of 160,861 students. These are the closest colleges.

Located in Ohio with a population of 199,110, the closest colleges are ranked below by distance from Akron. Driving time to these schools from Akron should be less than 1 hours. The top rated college in the area is Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland which is ranked #49 in the nation by CollegeSimply. The largest college in the area is Kent State University at Kent enrolling 25,854 students. In terms of affordability, Stark State College in North Canton offers the lowest tuition for colleges in the area at $3,036 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, OH within 50 miles Public Private For-Profit 4 year 2 year

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Kent State University at Tuscarawas
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New Philadelphia, OH
 

Kent State University at Tuscarawas

Public 4 Year

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  • 1,940enrollment
  • $11,358net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.21Avg GPA

Applications Due Aug 1

43 miles from Akron

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Ashland University
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Ashland, OH
 

Ashland University

Private 4 Year

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#15 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

  • 4,174enrollment
  • $20,342net price
  • 72%acceptance rate
  • 1073-1250SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.54Avg GPA

44 miles from Akron

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Lake Erie College
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Painesville, OH
 

Lake Erie College

Private 4 Year

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  • 906enrollment
  • $22,678net price
  • 54%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1170SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.19Estimated Avg GPA

Applications Due Aug 1

46 miles from Akron

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Youngstown State University
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Youngstown, OH

Youngstown State University

Public 4 Year

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#11 Best Public Universities in Ohio

  • 11,071enrollment
  • $11,900net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 830-1160SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.51Avg GPA

Applications Due Aug 1

46 miles from Akron

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National College Youngstown
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Youngstown, OH
 

National College Youngstown

Private 2 Year

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  • 34enrollment
  • $18,239net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

45 miles from Akron

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FAQ's

The closest community college is Stark State College and is 15.2 miles from Akron. Explore the complete list of nearby community college options.

Tuition and fees at Stark State College are $4,548 for local residents for one academic year. Explore full costs to attend.

Stark State 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.