Akron Colleges, Universities, Trade and Vocational Schools

Strayer University
Akron, Ohio

Strayer University (SU) has been providing college education for over 115 years, with many locations across the United States.

• Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Education And Teaching, Family And Social Work, Hospitality, Liberal Arts, Medical Administration, Security And Law Enforcement
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate, Diploma, Graduate Certificate, Master

Brown Mackie College
Akron, Ohio

Offers degree and certificate programs in business, health care, legal assistance, and computer technology. Located at 18 campuses throughout the U.S.

• Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Design, Education And Teaching, Engineering Technician, Family And Social Work, Law, Liberal Arts, Media, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Medicine, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Nutrition And Exercise Therapy, Office And Administration, Science And Laboratory Technician, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate, Diploma

Akron School of Practical Nursing
619 Sumner St
Akron, Ohio 44311-1699

• Programs: licensed practical nurse.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 129 students, 78 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Weekend classes available. AP credits.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

National Institute of Massotherapy
3681 Manchester Rd.
Akron, Ohio 44319-2100

• Programs: massage therapy.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 132 students, 99 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Weekend classes available.
• Notable: Placement assistance.

Ohio College of Massotherapy
225 Heritage Woods Dr
Akron, Ohio 44321

• Programs: massage therapy.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 189 students, 194 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. Credit for experience.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

University of Akron Main Campus
302 Buchtel Common
Akron, Ohio 44325-4702

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: law, registered nursing, accounting, early childhood education, social work, various nursing, psychology, mechanical engineering.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 23,007 students, 19,432 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 2,730 student capacity.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.