The Akron Master’s Program is an accelerated program where senior undergraduate students from partner schools around the globe receive their master’s degree in Engineering from The University of Akron.
Participating in The University of Akron (UA) engineering graduate program provides students with an unparalleled engineering education in an industrial hub home to world leaders in manufacturing and 20 Fortune 500 companies – making connections to these companies within reach.
Over 25% of The University of Akron’s graduate student population are international students, and both UA and the College of Engineering value the opportunity to have a diverse, inclusive experience for students seeking to further their engineering education. The on-campus International Center is a resource for students looking to connect and learn more about your new campus and community.
To be admitted to the program, you must:
“Studying mechanical engineering at The University of Akron has expanded my understanding of U.S. machinery and metal processing methods. These are very different here compared to in China. Being able to solve a mechanical engineering problem, regardless of geography, will make me a better engineer.”
—TAO ZHENG, studying Mechanical Engineering
The first three years of your undergraduate studies will be completed at partnering universities in your home countries. You will complete your fourth year of study at UA, which will conclude your bachelor’s degree program and count as the first year of your master’s degree coursework. After completing a second year of graduate coursework, you will receive a Master of Science (M.S.) degree.
Year |
Degree |
Location |
Years 1-3 |
› Bachelor’s degree |
Partner university in your home country |
Year 4 |
› Complete bachelor’s degree › Begin first year of master’s degree |
The University of Akron, Ohio, USA |
Year 5 |
› Complete master’s degree |
The University of Akron, Ohio, USA |
Receive your M.S. degree after you complete a set program of courses. You have two options:
The Akron Master’s Program offers the following M.S. degrees:
Contact information:
International Studies
+1 330-972-2823
EngineeringInternational@uakron.edu