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Public, 2-Year
Orrville, OH

University of Akron Wayne College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in OH. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$7,699

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

80.5%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

10.4%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$46,600

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

University of Akron Wayne College is a distinguished Public, 2-Year institution located in Orrville, OH. With a competitive tuition profile of $7,699, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 10.4% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing493 – 560
20025th–75th percentile800
Math408 – 593
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite17 – 23
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

80.5%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$15,398

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

0.9 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$16,600

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$150,602

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$316,602

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 10%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at University of Akron Wayne College is $23,250.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
62.6%
37.4%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
85.7%
Hispanic
4.7%
Black
3.1%
Two or more
2.9%
Asian
1.8%
Unknown
1.6%
International
0.2%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.0%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$7,699

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$7,557
$30k - $48k$9,864
$48k - $75k$8,908
$75k+$12,779

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$23,250
Pell Grant Recipients14.1%
Using Federal Loans13.0%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment45.9%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Federal Grant$3,996
Avg. Pell Grant$3,910
Avg. State/Local Grant$246
Avg. Institutional Grant$4,471
Students Receiving Grants93.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

57.1%

Success

10.4%

In-State Cost

$7,699

Age 25+ Students

7.0%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie 3

Working at 6yr

6,292 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Orrville (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Orrville (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.