Walsh University is located in North Canton, Ohio, a safe and welcoming suburban city near Canton and Akron. Our beautiful 156-acre campus features 27 modern buildings, offering students a vibrant learning environment with access to nature, walking paths, and green spaces. Conveniently, Walsh University is just 7 miles from Akron-Canton Airport (CAK), making travel easy for international students and those coming from out of state.

As a Walsh University resident, you’ll enjoy convenient access to Washington Square, a shopping plaza located directly across from campus. Here, you’ll find grocery stores, banks, restaurants, cafés, and essential services—everything you need within walking distance.

Located in Northeast Ohio, North Canton is home to approximately 16,500 residents and is part of the larger Canton metropolitan area (population 90,000+). Recognized as one of the Top 100 Best Small Cities to Live in the U.S., North Canton offers a high quality of life with a variety of restaurants, shopping centers, movie theaters, and recreational activities. Students can explore even more by visiting the Canton-Stark County Convention & Visitors' Bureau website, which highlights local museums, cultural attractions, outdoor parks, and entertainment venues.

Walsh University is also strategically located near major cities, providing students with access to both academic and professional opportunities:

  • Cleveland, OH – 50 minutes away (sports, internships, cultural attractions – serviced by Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE))
  • Columbus, OH – 2 hours away (state capital, career networking – serviced by John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH))
  • Pittsburgh, PA – 2 hours away (tech and business hubs – serviced by Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT))
  • Cincinnati, OH – 3 hours, 45 minutes away (historic districts, industry connections)

For those looking to travel further, major destinations like Chicago (6 hours), Washington D.C. (6 hours), Niagara Falls (4 hours), and Toronto (4 hours, 45 minutes) are within reach, making it easy for international students to explore the U.S. and Canada during breaks.