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University of Akron
Akron, OH
Academics
- Graduation Rate52%
- Majors Available191
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio16:1
- Retention Rate73%
AP Credit Policy
Many high schools offer Advanced Placement courses through the auspices of the College Board for possible college credit. By enrolling in such courses during high school and taking Advanced Placement Tests at the end of each course, high school students may earn undergraduate credits in a number of different academic areas. The test score required to receive credit for a specific course is determined by the Ohio Board of Regents and the Academic Department in which the course resides. Credits earned in this manner are included in the total credits completed, but are not assigned a grade and do not count in the quality point ratio, class standing, or graduation with honors calculations.
For more information, view the credit policy on the college's website.
Offers credits
Yes
Offers placement into advanced courses
Yes
| AP Courses | Min Score Required | Number of Credits | Course Equivalent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-D Art and Design | 3 | 3 | ART:xxx, Studio Elective |
| 3-D Art and Design | 3 | 3 | ART:xxx, Studio Elective |
| Art History | 3 | 3 | 3 score = ART:210, Visual Arts Awareness (3 credits) |
| 4 | 6 | 4 or 5 score = ART:101 Survey of Global Art 1: Prehistory to 1250 CE (3 credits) and ART:102 History of Global Art 2: 1250 CE to 1850 CE (3 credits) | |
| Biology | 3 | 4 | BIOL:103, Natural Science: Biology |
| 5 | 8 | 3100:103, Natural Science: Biology 3100:111, Principles of Biology I | |
| 5 | 4 | BIOL:111, Principles of Biology I | |
| Calculus AB | 3 | 4 | MATH:221, Analytic Geometry-Calculus I |
| Calculus BC | 3 | 8 | MATH:221, Analytic Geometry-Calculus I MATH:222, Analytic Geometry-Calculus II * Students who intend to major in a STEM discipline and earn a 3 on the Calculus BC exam should consult with an advisor prior to accepting the credits |
| Chemistry | 3 | 4 | CHEM:101, Chemistry for Everyone |
| 4 | 4 | CHEM:151, Principles of Chemistry I CHEM:152, Principles of Chemistry I lab | |
| Chinese Language and Culture | 3 | 8 | CHIN:101, Beginning Chinese I CHIN:102, Beginning Chinese II |
| 4 | 12 | CHIN:101, Beginning Chinese I CHIN:102, Beginning Chinese II CHIN:201, Intermediate Chinese I | |
| 5 | 16 | CHIN:101, Beginning Chinese I CHIN:102, Beginning Chinese II CHIN:201, Intermediate Chinese I CHIN:202, Intermediate Chinese II | |
| Comparative Government and Politics | 3 | 3 | General Education Social Science |
| 4 | 3 | POLIT:300, Comparative Politics | |
| Computer Science A | 3 | 4 | CPSC:209, Computer Science I |
| 5 | 8 | CPSC:209, Computer Science I CPSP:210, Computer Science II | |
| Computer Science Principles | 3 | 3 | CPSC:101, Essentials of Computer Science |
| Drawing | 3 | 3 | ART:xxx, Studio Elective |
| English Language and Composition | 3 | 3 | ENGL:111, English Composition I |
| 3 | 6 | English Language and Composition & English Literature and Composition (3, 4, or 5 score): ENGL:111, English Composition I AND ENGL:112, English Composition II | |
| English Literature and Composition | 3 | 3 | ENGL:111, English Composition I |
| Environmental Science | 3 | 3 | GEOL:211, Introduction to Environmental Science |
| European History | 3 | 3 | General Education Social Sciences |
| 4 | 6 | General Education Social Sciences and General Education Humanities | |
| French Language and Culture | 3 | 8 | FREN:101, Beginning French I FREN:102, Beginning French II |
| 4 | 11 | FREN:101, Beginning French I FREN:102, Beginning French II FREN:201, Intermediate French I | |
| 5 | 14 | FREN:101, Beginning French I FREN:102, Beginning French II FREN:201, Intermediate French I FREN:202, Intermediate French II | |
| German Language and Culture | 3 | 8 | GERM:101, Beginning German I GERM:102, Beginning German II |
| 4 | 11 | GERM:101, Beginning German I GERM:102, Beginning German II GERM:201, Intermediate German I | |
| 5 | 14 | GERM:101, Beginning German I GERM:102, Beginning German II GERM:201, Intermediate German I GERM:202, Intermediate German II | |
| Human Geography | 3 | 2 | GEOG:275, Geography of Cultural Diversity |
| Italian Language and Culture | 3 | 8 | ITAL:101, Beginning Italian I ITAL:102, Beginning Italian II |
| 4 | 11 | ITAL:101, Beginning Italian I ITAL:102, Beginning Italian II ITAL:201, Intermediate Italian I | |
| 5 | 14 | ITAL:101, Beginning Italian I ITAL:102, Beginning Italian II ITAL:201, Intermediate Italian I ITAL:202, Intermediate Italian II | |
| Japanese Language and Culture | 3 | 8 | JAPN:101, Beginning Japanese I JAPN:102, Beginning Japanese II |
| 4 | 11 | JAPN:101, Beginning Japanese I JAPN:102, Beginning Japanese II JAPN:201, Intermediate Japanese I | |
| 5 | 14 | JAPN:101, Beginning Japanese I JAPN:102, Beginning Japanese II JAPN:201, Intermediate Japanese I JAPN:202, Intermediate Japanese II | |
| Latin | 3 | 8 | LATN:101, Beginning Latin I LATN:102, Beginning Latin II |
| 4 | 11 | LATN:101, Beginning Latin I LATN:102, Beginning Latin II LATN:201, Intermediate Latin I | |
| 5 | 14 | LATN:101, Beginning Latin I LATN:102, Beginning Latin II LATN:201, Intermediate Latin I LATN:202, Intermediate Latin II | |
| Macroeconomics | 3 | 3 | ECON:201, Principles of Macroeconomics |
| Microeconomics | 3 | 3 | ECON:200, Principles of Microeconomics |
| Music Theory | 3 | 3 | General Elective |
| 4 | 4 | 7500:121, Theory and Musicianship I | |
| Physics 1 | 3 | 4 | PHYS:160, Technical Physics: Mechanics |
| Physics 2 | 3 | 4 | PHYS:163, Technical Physics: Electricity and Magnetism PHYS:164, Technical Physics: Heat and Light |
| Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism | 3 | 4 | PHYS:292, Elem. Classical Physics II |
| Physics C: Mechanics | 3 | 4 | PHYS:291, Elem. Classical Physics I |
| Pre-Calculus | 3 | Not available | Math 149 |
| Psychology | 3 | 3 | PSYC:100, Introduction to Psychology |
| Research | 3 | 3 | General Elective |
| Seminar | 3 | 3 | General Elective |
| Spanish Language and Culture | 3 | 8 | SPAN:101, Beginning Spanish I SPAN:102, Beginning Spanish II |
| 4 | 11 | SPAN:101, Beginning Spanish I SPAN:102, Beginning Spanish II SPAN:201, Intermediate Spanish I | |
| 5 | 14 | SPAN:101, Beginning Spanish I SPAN:102, Beginning Spanish II SPAN:201, Intermediate Spanish I SPAN:202, Intermediate Spanish II | |
| Spanish Literature and Culture | 3 | 11 | SPAN:101, Beginning Spanish I SPAN:102, Beginning Spanish II SPAN:201, Intermediate Spanish I |
| 4 | 14 | SPAN:101, Beginning Spanish I SPAN:102, Beginning Spanish II SPAN:201, Intermediate Spanish I SPAN:202, Intermediate Spanish II | |
| Statistics | 3 | 4 | STAT:261, Introductory Statistics I STAT:262, Introductory Statistics II |
| United States Government and Politics | 3 | 3 | POLIT:100, Government & Politics in the US |
| United States History | 3 | 6 | HIST:250, United States History to 1877 HIST:251, United States History Since 1877 |
| World History: Modern | 3 | 3 | General Education Humanities |
| 4 | 6 | General Education Humanities |
Study Options
Majors and Degrees
The college offers the following degrees: Certificate, Associate, Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctoral
A
- Accounting
- Advanced Legal Research/Studies, General
- Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering, General
- African Studies
- Anthropology
- Apparel and Textiles, General
- Applied Mathematics
- Applied Mathematics, Other
- Applied and Professional Ethics
- Art Teacher Education
- Art/Art Studies, General
- Artificial Intelligence
- Asian History
- Athletic Training/Trainer
- Audiology/Audiologist
- Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
B
- Biochemistry
- Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General
- Biomedical Sciences, General
- Business Administration and Management, General
- Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
- Business Analytics
- Business Statistics
- Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other
- Business/Commerce, General
C
- Ceramic Arts and Ceramics
- Chemical Engineering
- Chemical Engineering Technology/Technician
- Chemistry, General
- Child Development
- Civil Engineering, General
- Clinical Nutrition/Nutritionist
- Clinical/Medical Social Work
- Communication Sciences and Disorders, General
- Communication and Media Studies, Other
- Communication, General
- Computer Engineering, General
- Computer Programming, Other
- Computer Programming/Programmer, General
- Computer Science
- Computer Systems Analysis/Analyst
- Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
- Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance
- Construction Engineering Technology/Technician
- Counseling Psychology
- Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
- Creative Writing
- Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
- Criminology
- Crisis/Emergency/Disaster Management
- Curriculum and Instruction
- Cyber/Computer Forensics and Counterterrorism
D
- Dance, General
- Dispute Resolution
- Drama and Dramatics/Theater Arts, General
E
- Early Childhood Education and Teaching
- Econometrics and Quantitative Economics
- Economics, General
- Education, General
- Education/Teaching of Individuals in Early Childhood Special Education Programs
- Educational Assessment, Evaluation, and Research, Other
- Educational Leadership and Administration, General
- Educational/Instructional Technology
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician
- Elementary and Middle School Administration/Principalship
- Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
- Engineering, General
- Engineering, Other
- Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians, Other
- English Language and Literature, General
- English/Language Arts Teacher Education
- Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
- Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology
F
- Family Systems
- Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, Other
- Finance and Financial Management Services, Other
- Finance, General
- Financial Planning and Services
- Fine Arts and Art Studies, Other
- Fine/Studio Arts, General
- Fire Prevention and Safety Technology/Technician
- Fire Protection, Other
- Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General
- Forensic Science and Technology
G
- General Studies
- Geographic Information Science and Cartography
- Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences, Other
- Geology/Earth Science, General
- Geriatric Nurse/Nursing
- Gerontology
- Geropsychology
- Graphic Design
H
- Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
- Health/Health Care Administration/Management
- History, General
- Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
I
- Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians, Other
- Industrial Technology/Technician
- Industrial and Organizational Psychology
- Information Science/Studies
- Insurance
- International Business/Trade/Commerce
- International/Globalization Studies
J
- Jazz/Jazz Studies
- Jewelry Arts
- Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
K
- Keyboard Instruments
- Kinesiotherapy/Kinesiotherapist
L
- Latin American Studies
- Law
- Law Enforcement Intelligence Analysis
- Legal Professions and Studies, Other
- Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies, Other
- Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
- Linguistics
- Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management
M
- Management Information Systems, General
- Management Science
- Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician
- Marketing/Marketing Management, General
- Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling
- Mathematics Teacher Education
- Mathematics and Computer Science
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mechanical/Mechanical Engineering Technology/Technician
- Medical Office Management/Administration
- Medical/Clinical Assistant
- Mental Health Counseling/Counselor
- Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
- Museology/Museum Studies
- Music Performance, General
- Music Teacher Education
- Music Theory and Composition
- Music, General
N
- National Security Policy Studies
- Nursing Practice
O
- Office Management and Supervision
- Operations Management and Supervision
- Organizational Communication, General
- Organizational Leadership
P
- Philosophy
- Photography
- Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
- Physics, General
- Political Science and Government, General
- Political Science and Government, Other
- Polymer Chemistry
- Polymer/Plastics Engineering
- Pre-Physical Therapy Studies
- Printmaking
- Psychology, General
- Public Administration
- Public Relations/Image Management
R
- Radio and Television
- Reading Teacher Education
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
- Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
S
- Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations, General
- Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
- Sculpture
- Secondary Education and Teaching
- Selling Skills and Sales Operations
- Sign Language Interpretation and Translation
- Social Sciences, General
- Social Studies Teacher Education
- Social Work
- Social and Philosophical Foundations of Education
- Sociology
- Spanish Language and Literature
- Special Education and Teaching, General
- Speech Communication and Rhetoric
- Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
- Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, Other
- Statistics, General
- Statistics, Other
- Stringed Instruments
- Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling
- Surveying Engineering
- Surveying Technology/Surveying
- System, Networking, and LAN/WAN Management/Manager
T
- Taxation
- Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor
- Theatre/Theatre Arts Management
V
- Voice and Opera
W
- Women's Studies
- Writing, General
Need Help Choosing a Major?
Keep in mind most colleges don’t require students to declare a major until the end of their sophomore year, and many students change majors at least once.
Special Academics Program
- Accelerated Study
- Comprehensive transition and postsecondary program for students with intellectual disabilities
- Distance Learning
- Double Major
- Dual Enrollment of High School Students
- English as a Second Language
- Honors Program
- Independent Study
- Internships
- ROTC, Air Force
- ROTC, Army
- Student-Designed Major
- Study Abroad
- Teacher Certification
- Undergraduate Research
- Visiting/Exchange Student Program
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