University of Akron

The institution now known as The University of Akron was founded as Buchtel College in 1870 by the Ohio Universalist Convention, which was strongly influenced by the efforts, energy and financial support of Akronites, particularly industrialist John R. Buchtel. For over 150 years, University of Akron has continuously rose from one peak to another in engineering, business, technology, health care, and the arts and sciences. University of Akron offers a wide variety of in-demand undergraduate and graduate programs, including many that are recognized nationally for their excellence.