About UA
University information
Founded
1870 as Buchtel College
President
Robert J. (R.J.) Nemer | Website
Our students
The University attracts students from a variety of backgrounds and geographical locations, with fall semester representation totaling 14,813 students from Ohio, around the U.S. and 70 foreign countries. See our student profile.
Academics
We offer a wide variety of in-demand undergraduate and graduate programs, including many that are recognized nationally for their excellence. See our areas of study.
UA Mission
The ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ, a publicly assisted metropolitan institution, strives to develop enlightened members of society. It offers comprehensive programs of instruction from associate through doctoral levels; pursues a vigorous agenda of research in the arts, sciences and professions; and provides service to the community. The University pursues excellence in undergraduate education and distinction in selected areas of graduate instruction, inquiry and creative activity.
UA Vision
The ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ will be a leading public research university with an unsurpassed commitment to community engagement with a great American legacy city, ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ. We will:
- Be an opportunity university for all types of learners
- Be known as a willing and constructive partner for business, government and the non-profit sector
- Be an institution of innovation willing to invest in unique approaches that increase opportunity for students and reduce costs
- Sponsor an array of superb academic programs relevant to the future
- Make and keep promises to our students, ourselves and this community
The ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ
The ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ is a vibrant community within metropolitan ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ, with more than 80 buildings on 218 acres.
Other course options
UA offers courses at in Orrville, OH and online.
Intercollegiate athletics
A member of the Mid-American Conference, UA fields 17 NCAA Division I-A intercollegiate teams for men and women. Follow them at .
Visit us!
Join us for a Visit Day! to meet current students and faculty. You'll learn about our excellent academic programs, scholarship programs, financial aid and living on ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ. And you'll see our modern classrooms, laboratories and Rec Center.
Jobs
Innovators and entrepreneurs wanted: We are looking for people to provide for the changing needs and expectations of our diverse University community.
Our history
The institution now known as The ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ was founded as Buchtel College in 1870 by the Ohio Universalist Convention, which was strongly influenced by the efforts, energy and financial support of ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈites, particularly industrialist John R. Buchtel.
By 1907, Buchtel College's emphasis on local rather than denominational interests led it to become a private, nondenominational school.
UA and the ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ community
UA is a vital urban research university inspired by its people, its promise and its place. We are firmly anchored in a great American city, and driven by collaboration, partnership and a steadfast determination to provide opportunity and success to all learners.
Learn more about our great city.
Administration
Learn more about
the administration
at The ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ.
- Office of the President
- Leadership team (deans and vice presidents)