Lourdes University and University of Akron Main Campus are frequently compared when students or parents prepare college admissions. Lourdes is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Sylvania, OH and UAkron is a four-year, public school located in Akron, OH.
The following list compares two colleges briefly in important perspectives. You can compare them with comprehensive information on full comparison page.
| Lourdes University | vs. | University of Akron Main Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Sylvania, Ohio | Location | Akron, Ohio |
| Four-year, Private (not-for-profit) | School Type | four-year, Public |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Master's College and University (smaller programs) | Carnegie Classification | Research University (high research activity) |
| $28,370 | 2025 Tuition & Fees | In-State$13,135
Out-Of-State$20,815 |
| 85% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 67% |
| $18,927 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $9,319 |
| 74.13 % | Acceptance Rates | 59.67 % |
| 21.02 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 18.29 % |
| - | SAT Score | 1,040 |
| - | ACT Score | 21 |
| 32 % | Graduation Rate | 52 % |
| 20 % | Transfer-out Rate | 1 % |
| 87 % | Retention Rate | 73 % |
| 964 | Student Population | 13,332 |
| 56 | Number of Faculties | 488 |
| 12 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 17 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare |