University Of Akron
302 E Buchtel Ave, Akron, OH 44325, United States

The University of Akron is a public research university in Akron, Ohio, United States. It is part of the University System of Ohio. As a STEM-focused institution, it focuses on industries such as polymers, advanced materials, and engineering. It is classified among "R2: Doctoral Universities – High research activity".

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Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Every aspect of modern life is influenced by electrical engineers. They design and develop systems ranging from massive power grids and global communications networks to tiny integrated circuits inside computers and personal electronics. Branches of electrical engineering include: 

  • communications
  • controls
  • electromagnetics
  • electronics
  • power systems
  • Important applications include:
  • power generation and distribution
  • sustainable energy systems
  • manufacturing automation
  • aerospace systems
  • robotics
  • sensors and instrumentation
  • imaging systems

The University of Akron’s comprehensive electrical engineering curriculum prepares students to identify, formulate, and implement solutions to real-world engineering problems. Students learn how to use modern engineering tools in well-equipped laboratories, with activities that reinforce the concepts learned in the classroom. The curriculum emphasizes design and teamwork and culminates in a capstone senior design project that integrates the material learned in earlier courses.

Students graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering.

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Our faculty

  • hold doctoral degrees in a wide range of areas in electrical and computer engineering
  • are actively engaged in both teaching and research
  • direct industry and government-funded research and development projects
  • bring their extensive practical experience into the classroom
  • advise undergraduate and graduate students in their research and design projects

Akron Advantage

Hands-on learning

Our students experience electrical engineering firsthand through educational and research laboratories, including facilities for: 

  • circuits
  • analog electronics
  • digital electronics
  • control systems
  • digital hardware and embedded systems
  • energy conversion
  • power electronics and motor drives
  • electromagnetics/microwaves
  • alternative energy
  • sensors and instrumentation
  • hybrid electric vehicles and battery management
  • integrated circuit design and high-temperature electronics
  • automation and wireless sensor networks
  • optics and imaging systems 

Real-world experience

Our students gain important practical professional experience through the optional Co-op and Placement Program. Co-op students alternate semesters of work and school following their sophomore year. They earn competitive salaries while on co-op and graduate with one full year of professional work experience.  

Starting in the first year, students can join a wide variety of competition teams, working on projects ranging from firefighting robots to hybrid electric vehicles. Students learn to manage large projects, deal with budgets, and interact with students from other disciplines and at other universities. With their advisers, students travel to competitions across the country. 

Student organizations

Interact with other engineering students and professionals in the field through groups  such as:

  • Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
  • Association for Computing Machinery
  • Tau Beta Pi (engineering honors society)
  • Society of Women Engineers
  • National Society of Black Engineers
  • Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers

Sample Curriculum

https://uakron.edu/academics_majors/undergraduate/programs_detail.dot?programId=49de165a-bbcb-459b-9259-6fbdd4cc076e&pageTitle=Undergraduate%20majors&crumbTitle=Electrical%20Engineering 

Admissions information

We understand that attending college far from home can be both exciting and overwhelming. The University of Akron (UA) has students enrolled from 70 countries, and it is our mission to support you before and after you arrive here. We hope you soon feel at home here at UA.

About admissions

We take a holistic approach to the application review process. We consider a variety of factors when reviewing applications and additional materials and making an admission decision.

Please review the following information to learn more about the process to apply, including requirements, deadlines and more.

Minimum requirements for English proficiency:

All undergraduate international applicants must provide proof of English proficiency by meeting the minimum score from one of the following acceptable tests. This requirement can be waived if you meet certain criteria.

TOEFL iBT 71
IELTS 6.0
SAT (Evidence-based reading & writing) *test taken after March, 2016 500
ACT English 18
Duolingo English Test (DET) 95
CAE (Cambridge English: Advanced) 169
PTE 48
GTEC CBT or GTEC 1126 or 1135

Notes:

  1. TOEFL, IELTS, SAT and ACT scores are valid for two years from the test date. The University of Akron accepts only valid test scores.
  2. All TOEFL results from ETS will be accepted. We do not accept Institutional TOEFL results or certificates from non-University of Akron Engllsh language programs.
  3. To send official test results directly from the test organizations to The University of Akron, please use the codes below:
    • TOEFL: 1829
    • ACT: 3338
    • SAT: 1829
  4. If you are a transfer student from a US college or university and have completed an approved college English Composition course with a final grade of C or better.

Transcript Translation and Evaluation

  • If your transcripts are not in English, they must be officially translated. Original copies should be provided together with the translated versions.
  • 2024 summer or fall terms will need to submit a NACES Evaluation along with your application, we accept evaluations from WES or ECE and other accredited members of NACES and AICE. You can find a list of accredited members on their websites.

Official Documents

  • Official documents (including transcripts, test results, and diplomas or certificates) MUST be submitted for full admission, award of scholarships and the issuance of an I-20.
  • An official final transcript must be submitted before you can register for your second semester coursework.
  • We highly recommend that you should submit official rather than unofficial documents to avoid delay in your admission and immigration process.

Information for students applying to begin in SUMMER 2024, FALL 2024 or BEYOND

  • 2024 summer or fall terms will need to submit a NACES Evaluation along with your application, we accept evaluations from WES or ECE and other accredited members of NACES and AICE. You can find a list of accredited members on their websites.

SAT or ACT – The University of Akron is test-optional. The SAT or ACT is not required for admission or scholarship consideration for applicants.

If you wish to have your test scores considered in the holistic admission review process, please send official test results directly from the test organizations to The University of Akron. Please use the codes below:

  • ACT: 3338
  • SAT: 1829

https://www.uakron.edu/international/apply/ 

Fall June 1
Spring October 1

  1. First-time international students typically are not eligible to enroll during the summer semesters.
  2. If required documents arrive after the deadline, your application may be deferred to the following semester.
  3. The University of Akron operates on a rolling admission basis. You will be notified of your admission decision after all application documents have been received and reviewed. The decision will be posted in your applicant portal.

Semester (term) start dates

https://www.uakron.edu/international/apply/dates