Akron Public Schools are currently going through an $800 million rebuilding process that will take 15 years. The academic situation has improved recently as the city's schools have been moved from "Academic Watch" to "Continuous Improvement" by the Ohio Department of Education.
Akron Public Schools have 2 performing arts schools. Miller South School for the Visual and Performing Arts and Firestone High School.
The University of Akron is home to over 23,000 students, making it the fourth largest public university in the state, and is a world leader in polymer research.
Also, just a short drive from Akron, Columbus is home to Ohio State University. This world famous institution is always a national leader in both the academic and athletic departments.
Akron Schools
University of Akron
The Internet has opened many doors internationally for those that are wishing to learn and build a better life for themselves. One of the ways that residents of other nations can do that today is through
English as a Second Language courses, which can be taken in person or online. This is a great opportunity for those wishing to study in North America to learn the basics of the English language in order to attend classes at American and Canadian institutions. For more information on these interesting and beneficial courses, please visit the ESL website for the University of Toronto.
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