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V I E W B O O K A N D A P P L I C A T I O N BACCALAUREATE DEGREES
Buchtel College
of Arts and Sciences
Anthropology Interdisciplinary
Applied Mathematics
Biology
Animal Physiology
Botany
Ecology/Evolution
Microbiology
Preparation for professional school:
pre-medical
pre-dental
pre-veterinary
pre-pharmacy
Zoology
Chemistry
Chemistry-Polymer Option
Computer Science
Economics
English
French
Geography
Geography/Geographic
Information Science
Geography Track
Planning Track
Geology
Earth Science
Engineering Geology
Environmental Track
Geophysics
History
Humanities
Interdisciplinary Studies
Labor Economics
Mathematics
Natural Sciences
Natural Sciences/B.S./M.D.
Philosophy
Physics
Political Science
American Politics Track
International/Comparative Track
Laws, Courts and Politics Track
Political Science/Criminal Justice
Psychology
Social Sciences
Social SciencesPPE Track
Sociology
Sociology/Criminology and
Law Enforcement
Spanish
Statistics
Statistical Computer Science
Actuarial Science
Undecided
College of Business
Administration
Accounting
Business Administration
Business Administration/Advertising
E-Marketing and Advertising
Business Administration/Finance
Corporate Financial Management
Financial Services
Business Administration/Marketing
Marketing Management
Sales Management
Management
E-Business Technologies
Human Resources
Supply Chain/Operations
International Business
Undecided
College of Education
Licensure Programs
Adolescent to Young Adult
Career-Technical (Vocational)
Early Childhood
Intervention Specialist
Middle Level
Multi-Age
Additional Programs
Athletic Training for Sports Medicine
Sport and Exercise Science
Technical Education
Undecided
College of Engineering
Biomedical Engineering
Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
B.S./M.S. five-year program
Biotechnology Specialization
Polymer Specialization
Civil Engineering
Computer Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical Polymer Engineering
Undecided
College of Fine
and Applied Arts
Interdisciplinary Studies
Mary Schiller Myers School of Art
Art Education
Art History
Ceramics
Graphic Design
Metalsmithing
Painting and Drawing
Photography
Printmaking
Sculpture
School of Communication
Business and Organizational
Communication
Organizational Communication
Public Relations
Interpersonal and
Public Communication
Mass Media Communication
Media Production
News
Radio/TV
School of Dance, Theatre,
and Arts Administration
Dance
Theatre Arts
School of Family
and Consumer Sciences
Dietetics and Nutrition
Family and Child Development
Child Development
Child Life Specialist (Hospitals)
Family Development
Family and Consumer Sciences
Teacher Education
Fashion Merchandising
Interior Design
School of Music
Performance
Accompanying
Brass
Guitar
Organ
Percussion
Piano/Harpsichord
Strings
Voice
Voice/Musical Theatre
Woodwinds
Composition
History and Literature
Jazz Studies
Music Education
School of Social Work
Social Work
School of Speech-Language
Pathology and Audiology
Speech-Language Pathology
and Audiology
College of Nursing
Prelicensure:
Basic B.S.N. program
Postbaccalaureate:
Accelerated B.S.N.
Postlicensure:
B.S.N. program for R.N.
B.S.N. program for L.P.N.
Summit College
Automated Manufacturing Technology
Computer Information Systems
Construction Engineering Technology
Electronic Engineering Technology
Emergency Management
Interdisciplinary Studies
Mechanical Engineering Technology
Respiratory Therapy
Surveying and Mapping Technology
University College
Undecided Exploratory
ASSOCIATE DEGREES
Summit College
Allied Health
Medical Assisting Technology
Radiologic Technology
Surgical Technology
Arts
Business Technology
Business Management Technology
Accounting
General Option
Small Business Management
Computer Information Systems
Computer Maintenance and
Networking Option
Micro-Computer Specialist
Programming Specialist
Hospitality Management
Culinary Arts
Hotel/Lodging Management
Hotel Marketing and Sales
Restaurant Management
Marketing and Sales Technology
Advertising
Fashion
Retailing
Sales
Office Administration
Administrative Assistant
Medical Secretarial
Engineering and Science Technologies
Construction Engineering Technology
Drafting and Computer-aided
Drafting Technology
Electronic Engineering Technology
Geographic and Land Information
Systems (GIS/LIS)
Manufacturing Engineering
Technology
Mechanical Engineering Technology
Surveying Engineering Technology
Public Service Technology
Community Services
General
Social Work Option
Criminal Justice Technology
Security Administration
Early Childhood Education
Emergency Medical Services
Fire Protection Technology
Paralegal Studies
Undecided
Academic guides, offering detailed curriculum and career information on dozens of
majors, are available at
www.uakron.edu/academics/
.
A Vast Selection of Program Choices
Visit www.uakron.edu/academics to view the undergraduate bulletin and learn about UAs areas of study.
This list includes the best information available at the time of publication.
PROGRA
M SUMMAR
Y
Accounting
PROFESSION
Accountants of
fer an array of financial
services to businesses, nonprofit corpora-
tions, governments, industry and even pri-
vate citizens. T
oday, accounting services
include budget analysis, financial and
investment planning, information technol-
ogy consulting and limited legal services,
according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
There are four major fields of account-
ing, all of which require varied job skills.
Public accountants of
fer accounting,
auditing, tax and consulting services to
lients. Many specialize in a particu-
ting, such as taxes, con-
nd auditing.
years, according to the bureau. Certified
public accountants (CP
As) should have
ample opportunities, especially as more
states are making it more dif
ficult to
obtain certification by requiring 150
hours of college coursework as a prereq-
uisite for taking the CP
A certification
(Ohio is one such state. See
m for more information.)
ountants also
which will prepare you for a career in
any of these fields.
In addition, you will specialize in
one of two programs Professional
Accounting or Accounting Information
Systems (AIS). Professional Accounting
is geared for those wishing to pursue a
career in management accounting, int
nal auditing, government or nonprofi
accounting. AIS is for those seeking
careers in information systems audi
l security and consultancy
.
i ulum also emphasize
i s want l
FOR MORE INFORMA
TION, VISIT THESE WEB SITES:
George
W. Daverio S
chool of
Accountancy:

http://www
.uakron.edu/colleges/cba/depar
tments/accountancy/index.php
College of Business
Administration: ht
tp://www
.uakron.edu/colleges/cba/
The Uni
versity of
Akron: ht
tp://www
.uakron.edu
Office of
Admissions: ht
tp://www
.AkronAdvantage.com
University Honor
s Program: ht
tp://www3.uakron.edu/honor
s/admission.html 1
Quick Facts About UA
Academics
Honors College for top academic achievers
Fully accredited by the North Central Association (NCA) and
recognized by the Carnegie Foundation as a High Research
Activity University (RU/H)
Career counseling and job placement services
Enrollment (fall 2006) Total: 23,539
Undergraduate: 19,673
Graduate: 3,327
Professional: 539
Diverse Cultures:
15.3 percent
African American: 2,811
Asian/Pacific Islander: 442
Hispanic: 266
Native American: 76
Students from
44 states
and
76 foreign countries
Enrollment by Degree
$
Baccalaureate: 68%
$
Associate: 12%
$
Masters: 10%
$
Law: 2%
$
Doctoral: 3%
$
Nondegree-seeking: 5%
Faculty
University-wide student/faculty ratio is
18:1
More than
735
full-time faculty, many renowned in their fields
Faculty serve as academic advisers for students
More than
84 percent
of full-time faculty hold the highest degree
recognized for instruction in their fields
Facilities

218-acre
campus with more than
80
buildings
Residence halls house more than
3,000
students
Recreational facilities include the Student Recreation and
Wellness Center and Ocasek Natatorium
Technology
High-speed
wireless networking
throughout campus
Technology-enhanced classrooms
Intel Corp. ranked UA third nationally among 50 campuses with
the greatest wireless internet capability

Wireless laptop computers
available at Bierce Library
and Student Union
Athletics
Akron fields
19
NCAA Division I teams that compete in the
Mid-American Conference (MAC)
Academic Calendar
Two 15-week semesters (August to December; January to May)
One 15-week summer session (May to August)
Tuition and Fees
See Page 10A in the Application Booklet
Contents
Student Viewbook
2
UA Campus Highlights
4
Academics
7
University College
8
Real World Experience
10 Colleges
17
Get Involved
18
Athletics
20
Residence Life and Housing
22
Dining Services
24
City of Akron
Application Booklet
After Page 24 of Student Viewbook
UA Map
Inside back cover
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college can be simplified if
you use three fundamental
measures: excellence, opportunity and energy. Look closely at
the institutions you are considering and ask yourself, Can
they prove their claims of excellence? Are there opportunities
for social as