Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 48.0%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 48.2%
- Retention Rate
- 73.0%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $46,600
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $23,250
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 16:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 45.9%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $246/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master | $96,126 | $41,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $81,111 | $29,568 |
| Taxation. | Master | $74,953 | |
| Chemical Engineering. | Bachelor | $71,015 | $21,250 |
| Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor | $70,558 | $24,720 |
| Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor | $69,338 | $26,953 |
| Computer Engineering. | Bachelor | $69,002 | $23,320 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor | $66,821 | $24,000 |
| Mathematics and Computer Science. | Bachelor | $61,630 | $24,668 |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. | Bachelor | $59,950 | $26,759 |
| Construction Engineering Technologies. | Bachelor | $59,350 | $25,000 |
| Civil Engineering. | Bachelor | $58,796 | $20,000 |
| Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor | $58,673 | $24,298 |
| Engineering-Related Technologies. | Bachelor | $57,318 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $57,068 | $21,300 |
Outcomes Overview
University of Akron graduates earn a median of $46,600 ten years after graduation, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 50% with typical debt of $23,250. Monthly loan payments of $246 consume about 6% of graduates' income, which is manageable compared to the national average of 10-15%. The school's strong engineering and polymer science programs funnel graduates into manufacturing, aerospace, and chemical industries that dominate Ohio's economy. An impressive 96.6% employment rate reflects the practical, career-focused education Akron provides. With reasonable debt levels and solid earning potential in stable technical fields, Akron offers a strong return on investment for students seeking affordable engineering education.