Race & Ethnicity
University of Akron has a diverse student body with 26% students of color and 1% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
University of Akron offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
University of Akron has a gender distribution of 49% female students and 51% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
43% of total enrollment
41% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
University of Akron serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 57% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 11% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
57%
Traditional Age (18-21)
11%
Non-Traditional (25+)
16%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
University of Akron attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 1% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 94% in-state residents, 5% out-of-state students, and 1% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
94% of student body
5% of student body
1% of student body
States Represented
32 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
26%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
49%
Female Students
Global Reach
1%
International
Age Diversity
11%
Non-Traditional Age