The staff of the Office of Accessibility would like to welcome you to our office and to The University of Akron. We strive to provide students with disabilities equal access opportunities to their educational experiences at The University of Akron. The following information provides a general guideline to students as they begin the college planning process. If you have questions, please feel free to contact us at: 330-972-7928 (voice), 330-972-5764 (TDD) or access@uakron.edu.

The mission of the Office of Accessibility at the University of Akron is to provide students with full access to and the opportunity for full participation in the academic environment. We are advocates of social justice for students with disabilities and work to end oppression by examining the social, cultural and institutional barriers to inclusion of all students. We embrace the diversity of our student body and celebrate a culturally sensitive and accessible campus through outreach, partnership, and advocacy with many university departments.

Areas to consider prior to attending The University of Akron:

Admissions Process:

Important Links for Prospective Students:

• Frequently asked questions by high school students
• Frequently asked questions by adult students
• The IDEA vs. The ADA
• Transition Handbook for students coming to college from high school
• Accommodations and Services
• Documentation Guidelines
• Disability Related Housing Accommodations
• Office of Accessibility Student Handbook
• Adaptive Technology