Commuter Student Information

The University of Akron is the home to 2,400 students. So where do the other 90% of our students live? At home or in the surrounding community. Because of the large amount of commuting students, many programs have been developed tailored to commuting students needs. Review the information below to learn some great tips for commuting to campus.

Tips for Commuters

• Utilize Commuter Central’s lounge and services.

• If you know you're going to be on campus during lunch or dinner, consider purchasing a dining plan.

• Stay connected! The Buchtelite, UA's student newspaper is released every Tuesday and Thursday and can be found all over campus.

• Click here to view child care in the area.

• Looking for off-campus housing? Click here to view information on rentals in the area.

• Find a Student Organization with which to get involved!

Your Commute to Campus

• Need a parking permit? Click here for more information.

• Click here for campus shuttle and Metro RTA Bus information.

• Curious what the weather looks like on campus this very minute? Click here for the campus sky cam.

• Worried that the campus may be closed? Dial 330-972-SNOW (7669) for University closing information.