University of Akron Main Campus Acceptance Rate
Akron, Ohio · Public · 4-year or above
- Applicants
- 14,982
- Admitted
- 10,624
- Yield
- 19.7%
- Test policy
- Test-optional
Latest official IPEDS 2023–24 · Updated July 2026
Acceptance rate & applications over time
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Over the 10 years of federal data, University of Akron Main Campus's acceptance rate has fallen from 95.7% in 2014–15 to 70.9% in 2023–24. Applications grew from 13,109 to 14,982 (+14%) over that period.
Its 70.9% rate makes University of Akron Main Campus more selective than about 61% of the 1,419 schools tracked here. Among 54 tracked Ohio schools, it is more selective than about 63%.
In 2023–24, women were admitted at a higher rate (74.6% for women vs 67.4% for men, a 7.2-point gap). University of Akron Main Campus has been test-optional since 2022–23. Of admitted students, 19.7% enrolled (the yield rate) in 2023–24.
Full year-by-year table
| Year | Applicants | Admitted | Acceptance | Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014–15 | 13,109 | 12,546 | 95.7% | 3,605 |
| 2015–16 | 15,166 | 14,650 | 96.6% | 3,919 |
| 2016–17 | 13,911 | 13,343 | 95.9% | 3,090 |
| 2017–18 | 15,109 | 13,983 | 92.5% | 3,440 |
| 2018–19 | 16,088 | 11,089 | 68.9% | 2,815 |
| 2019–20 | 14,553 | 10,629 | 73% | 2,739 |
| 2020–21 | 14,553 | 10,629 | 73% | 2,767 |
| 2021–22 | 11,332 | 9,623 | 84.9% | 2,163 |
| 2022–23 | 12,282 | 10,178 | 82.9% | 2,115 |
| 2023–24 | 14,982 | 10,624 | 70.9% | 2,091 |
Acceptance rate by gender
| Group | Applicants | Admitted | Acceptance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Women | 7,338 | 5,471 | 74.6% |
| Men | 7,644 | 5,153 | 67.4% |
SAT / ACT ranges & policy
Test-optional (considered if submitted).
| Test | 25th–75th percentile | % submitting |
|---|---|---|
| SAT EBRW | 480–590 | 20% |
| SAT Math | 470–600 | |
| ACT Composite | 18–25 | 72% |
How University of Akron compares
Where this school sits among peers of similar selectivity — each dot is a school's current acceptance rate on the same scale.
Frequently asked
What is University of Akron Main Campus's acceptance rate?
University of Akron Main Campus's acceptance rate is 70.9% for 2023–24, the most recent year of federal IPEDS data (10,624 admitted of 14,982 applicants).
Is University of Akron Main Campus test optional?
University of Akron Main Campus is test-optional: SAT/ACT scores are considered if submitted but not required.
How many people apply to University of Akron Main Campus?
University of Akron Main Campus received 14,982 applications in 2023–24 and admitted 10,624.
What SAT score do you need for University of Akron Main Campus?
Admitted students at University of Akron Main Campus typically scored 480–590 on SAT Reading/Writing and 470–600 on SAT Math (middle-50% ranges).
Is University of Akron Main Campus getting harder to get into?
University of Akron Main Campus has become harder to get into: its acceptance rate went from 95.7% in 2014–15 to 70.9% in 2023–24.
How this is calculated
Acceptance rate = admitted ÷ applicants, first-time degree-seeking undergraduates, from the U.S. Department of Education's IPEDS Admissions (ADM) survey; institution details from the IPEDS Institutional Characteristics (HD) survey. Data span: 2014–15 to 2023–24. Official site: www.uakron.edu/.