University of Akron sees enrollment growth for second straight year, bucking national trends
The University of Akron reported 15,324 students for the fall 2026 semester, marking two consecutive years of enrollment growth.
The University of Akron recorded 15,324 students enrolled during the fall 2026 semester, according to a university news release. It’s the first time the university has recorded two consecutive years of enrollment growth since fall 2011.
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