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Overview |
University of Akron | University of Lynchburg | ||
| Location | Akron, OH | Lynchburg, VA | ||
| Setting | Midsize City | Small City | ||
| Enrollment | 13,465 | 2,394 | ||
| Type | Public 4 Year | Private 4 Year | ||
| National Ranking | #838 | #586 | ||
| Religious Affiliation | - | Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) | - | - |
| Status | Non-profit | Non-profit | ||
| Website | uakron.edu | lynchburg.edu | ||
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Costs |
University of Akron | University of Lynchburg | ||
| Tuition (In State) | $10,097 | $34,500 | ||
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| Tuition (Out of State) | $13,170 | $34,500 | ||
| Room & Board | $12,410 | $13,060 | ||
| Avg Net Price | $14,667 | $23,256 | ||
| Avg Grant Aid | $8,525 | $24,138 | ||
| % Receiving Grant Aid | 96% | 100% |
Admission |
University of Akron | University of Lynchburg | ||
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| Admission Chances | Calculate | Calculate | ||
| Applied | 12,282 | 3,230 | ||
| Admitted | 10,178 | 3,099 | ||
| Acceptance Rate | 82.9%Open | 95.9% | ||
| Enrolled % | 20.8%Open | 13.2% | ||
| Avg High School GPA | 3.47 | 3.53 | ||
| Typical High School Grades | B+ | B+ | ||
| Admissions Standards | Moderate | Average | ||
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| ACT Range | 18/25 | 21/28 | ||
| SAT Range | 980/1230 | 1000/1230 | ||
| Submit Test Scores | Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional) | Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional) | ||
| Application Deadline | Aug 1, 2025 | Sep 1, 2024 |
Academics |
University of Akron | University of Lynchburg | ||
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| Student to Faculty Ratio | 16:1 | 10:1 | ||
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Outcomes |
University of Akron | University of Lynchburg | ||
| Graduation Rate | 38% | 52% | ||
| Median Earnings (After 10 years) | $40,100 | $46,400 | ||
| Making Student Loan Payments | 45% | 70% | ||
| Median Student Loan Debt | $25,500 | $27,000 | ||
| Median Loan Payment | $263 | $279 |
Diversity |
University of Akron | University of Lynchburg | ||
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| % Men | 50% | 37% | ||
| % Women | 50% | 63% | ||
| Racial Diversity | Low | Low | ||
| HBCU | No | No | ||
| % White | 74% | 73% | ||
| % Black | 12% | 11% | ||
| % Hispanic | 2% | 5% | ||
| % Native American | 0% | 0% | ||
| % Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | ||
| % Two or More Races | 4% | 4% | ||
| % International | 2% | 3% | ||
| % Unknown Race | 3% | 3% |
Students |
University of Akron | University of Lynchburg | ||
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| % In-State | 92% | 74% | ||
| % Out-of-State | 7% | 22% | ||
Campus |
University of Akron | University of Lynchburg | ||
| Campus Housing | Yes | Yes | ||
| Freshman Dorm Required | No | No | ||
| Meal Plan | Yes | Yes | ||
| Weekend/Evening Classes | Yes | No | ||
| Daycare Facility | Yes | No | ||
| Learn More | Details | Details |
Comparable Facts
- University of Akron Main Campus is larger than than University of Lynchburg based on total student enrollment (13,465 students vs. 2,394 students)
University of Akron vs. University of Lynchburg Cost Comparison
Which college is more expensive, University of Akron or University of Lynchburg?
- University of Lynchburg is 241.7% more expensive to attend than University of Akron for in-state tuition ($34,500.00 vs. $10,097.00)
- Out of state tuition is 162% higher at University of Lynchburg than University of Akron Main Campus ($34,500.00 vs. $13,170.00)
- The typical actual cost that students pay to attend (average net price) is less at University of Akron Main Campus than University of Lynchburg ($14,667 vs. $23,256)
- Living costs (room and board or off-campus housing budget) at University of Akron Main Campus are 5.2% lower than costs at University of Lynchburg ($12,410 vs. $13,060)
- More students receive financial grant aid at University of Lynchburg than University of Akron Main Campus (100% vs. 96%)
- The average total grant financial aid received by University of Lynchburg students is 183.1% larger than aid received University of Akron Main Campus ($24,138 vs. $8,525)
University of Akron vs. University of Lynchburg Admissions Difficulty Comparison
Which college is harder to get into, University of Akron or University of Lynchburg? Average SAT and ACT scores plus acceptance rates offer good insight into the difficulty of admission between University of Lynchburg or University of Akron .
- The average SAT score at University of Akron Main Campus (1049) is 35 points higher than at University of Lynchburg (1014)
- Incoming University of Akron students have a 1 point higher average ACT score (23) than students at University of Lynchburg (22)
- Accepted freshman University of Lynchburg students have a 0.06 point higher average high school GPA (3.53) than students at University of Akron (3.47)
- University of Lynchburg has a higher acceptance rate (95.9%) than University of Akron (82.9%)
University of Akron vs. University of Lynchburg Graduation Outcomes Comparison
Which is better, University of Akron or University of Lynchburg? Graduation rate, salary and amount of student loan debt are indicators of a college which offers better outcomes for its graduates. Compare the following outcomes facts between University of Lynchburg and University of Akron.
- The graduation rate at University of Lynchburg is higher than University of Akron Main Campus (52% vs. 38%)
- Graduates from University of Lynchburg earn on average $6,300 more per year than University of Akron graduates after ten years. ($46,400 vs. $40,100)
- University of Akron Main Campus students graduate with a $1,500 lower median federal student loan debt than University of Lynchburg graduates. ($25,500 vs. $27,000)
- University of Akron graduates are paying $16 less per month on federal student loans than University of Lynchburg graduates. ($263 vs. $279)
- More University of Lynchburg graduates are actively paying back their federal student loan debt than former University of Akron students, three years after graduation. (70% vs. 45%)
Sources: U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov IPEDS and College Scorecard https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/