Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002307
- Phone: (248) 341-2000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
83.05%FINANCIAL AID RATE
92%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
20:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
22FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$7,804Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Oakland University
2480 Opdyke Rd, Bloomfield Hills, MI
Oakland is a public institution that has a fair number of majors available for students to choose from. The school is located in Rochester Hills, Michigan, in a predominantly suburban area. Approximately 19,000 students are enrolled annually at Oakland University.
Areas of study available at Oakland include:
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Education
- Communications And Journalism
- Business And Marketing Studies
To be considered for admissions, applicants may be asked to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit any transcripts or test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions staff. Most students accepted to Oakland score in a range of 19 to 25 on the ACT exam. An estimated 70% of all applicant were accepted at this school, with 34% of those admitted choosing to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found at oakland.edu.
The cost of undergraduate tuition is different for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay approximately $11,000, while nonresidents pay $26,000 for the year. Oakland University may help with costs by offering financial aid for students who qualify by way of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
Athletic programs are available at Oakland University through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate sports. Available athletic programs offered:
- Baseball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Golf (NCAA Division I-AAA)
Students can visit the Oakland University website to see a complete list of areas of study, admissions information, and more that is available at this school.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may provide a better idea of the students Oakland University accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at Oakland University is around 19,000 students, where graduate students make up roughly 14% of the student body.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $12,400. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition estimates per year:
- In-State Tuition: $15,000-$17,000
- Nonresident Student Tuition: $25,000-$29,680
- Part-time students are charged:
- In-State: $480-$580 per unit
- Out-of-State: $830-$990 per unit
- The average estimated cost for room and board is listed to be around $13,000
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 92% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 86% | $9,322 |
Receiving Student Loans | 50% | $5,271 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Oakland University may provide services to students like:- Online classes
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Work study style employment
- Assistance to find work
- Day care for children
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Teacher Education (Bachelor's) Program
- Dance Program
- Graduate Teacher Education Program
- Medical (M.D.) Program
- Music Program
- Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Theatre Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
Oakland University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Horizon League)
- Basketball (Horizon League)
- Track and Field (Horizon League)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Oakland University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B, D, M)
- Biomedical Science (B, C)
- Biochemistry (B)
- Biophysics (D)
Business and Marketing Studies
Communications and Journalism
- Journalism (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Information Technology (B, D, M)
Education
- Elementary Education (B, M)
- Special Education (M)
- Educational Leadership and Administration (C, D, M)
- Guidance Counselor (D, M)
- Reading Teacher and Literacy Specialist (D, M)
- Higher Education Administration (C, M)
- Early Childhood Education (C, D, M)
- Secondary Education (M)
- Curriculum and Instruction (M)
- ESL
Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Electrical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Industrial Engineering (B, M)
- Systems Engineering (D, M)
Engineering Technology
English Language and Literature
- English (B, M)
- Creative Writing (B)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
History
- History (B, M)
Legal Professions and Studies
- Legal Studies (B)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (B, M)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
- Statistics (M)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B, D, M)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (B)
- Public Administration (B, M)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Security and Protective Services
Social Sciences
- Political Science (B)
- Sociology (B)
- Anthropology (B)
- Economics (B, C)
- International Relations (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Graphic Design (B)
- Dance (B)
- Photography (B)
- Theatre Design and Technology (B)
- Voice and Opera (B)
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B)
- Music (B)
- Art History (B)
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Oakland University.
- Wayne State University in Detroit, MI (21 miles away)
- University of Michigan - Dearborn in Houghton, MI (23 miles away)
- University of Michigan - Flint in Dearborn, MI (36 miles away)
- Eastern Michigan University in Woodhaven, MI (39 miles away)
- University of Toledo in Tiffin, OH (72 miles away)
Also, check out our college lists below, which can help students compare schools to one another:
- Compare all colleges & universities in Michigan
- Get a list of all state universities in Michigan
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002307
- Phone: (248) 341-2000
- School Homepage