Why Choose UAkron Online?

High-Quality Programs
Our accredited degrees are designed using the Quality Matters rubric for a world-class learning experience.
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Quality Matters ensures that online courses meet the highest standards of instructional design. Read more about Quality Matters.

Industry-Recognized Credentials
What if you could enhance your academic degree and stand out from the competition in today's job market? The University of Akron provides FREE access to the PLUS Path for UA students!
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Through the PLUS+ Path, you can earn professional microcredentials in addition to your degree. You will have unlimited access to more than 80 credentials that you can earn from companies such as Adobe, IBM, Amazon, Google, Meta, XBOX, and Salesforce. Our PLUS Path ensures your education stays relevant and aligned with current industry demands, making you a sought-after professional.

Affordable Learning
Save time and money with credit for prior learning.
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You can earn academic credit for your work experience, military service, and other achievements. Fast-track your degree and reduce costs!

World-Class Faculty
Our courses are taught by the same high-quality faculty who teach on-campus.
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35 UA faculty members rank in the top two percent of scientists worldwide.
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Upcoming Semester Start Dates
Summer 2025
May 19, June 9, July 14
Fall 2025
August 25
Spring 2026
January 12
Nationally Recognized
What our students are saying
"The big plus of earning my degree was that I could do it online on my own time around work and family life. After earning my first degree I was encouraged to earn another one which I also accomplished through UAkron Online. I will forever sing the praises of the Adult Focus program!! It was quite the journey, but I made it through!"

Thomas V. Holcombe IV Douglasville, Georgia
Associate of Technical Studies '20, Associate of Science '21, Bachelor's in General Studies '25
“I received my bachelor's degree from The University of Akron and am now back for a master's degree. Online classes make it easy to fit courss into your schedule. Online classes seem like they can be confusing and harder, but they are just the same as in person! Online professors are there to help with whatever you need. An online class can be time consuming, but typically you can work at your own pace. You can also rewatch lectures as many times as you want if you need to review something again, which is a nice perk!”

Madelyn Adamczyk
Arts Administration Master's Program*
(*This major requires both online and in-person coursework.)
“I am a 45-year-old returning to school and I'm employed full-time. I chose this specific program for the flexibility I needed to work at my own pace at home. I have a very busy lifestyle with work, kids and managing a home. Honestly, all of my online teachers have been absolutely amazing with me—there’s not been a bad experience! Even though you are in a completely different setting, all my professors have been more than willing to help in any way they could.”
UAkron Online Degree Programs & Certificates
Tuition and financial aid
For those seeking an undergraduate, associate degree or certificate:
- Estimate undergraduate tuition
- Financial aid site, which includes a 24-7 help center with live chat and more
- Scholarships for undergraduate students
Out-of-state surcharge: Students enrolled in online degrees who live out of state pay in-state tuition with a $1 for out-of-state surcharge per credit hour.
For those seeking a master's degree:
Out-of-state surcharge: Out-of-state students who select an online major will be assessed $1 per credit hour. Out-of-state students with an online major will be exempt from the non-resident surcharge.
Orientation: What's online learning like?
As an online student, you have access to all the resources available to all students, including advising, career services, our library (with vast online assets), tutoring, financial aid and help-desk support.
Learn more about the resources available to online learners, as well as strategies for success and the tools we use: The Learning Experience at UAkron Online
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