Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
70.24%
SAT Average
1,110
ACT Range
Not available
Oakland University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 70.24%. This means approximately 702 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 12,450 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
70.24%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $14,694 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $23,188 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $25,016 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $13,584 | State avg: $16,178. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 29.83% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 38.86% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Oakland University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$23,188
Room and board
$11,309
Books and supplies
$700
Other expenses
$2,600
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$25,016
Average net price
$13,584
Average aid coverage
46%
$11,432 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Oakland University pays approximately $13,584 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Michigan average of $16,178 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Oakland University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Michigan and national averages.
Oakland University net price
$13,584
Michigan average
$16,178
National average
$17,506
Oakland University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $23,188 and average net price at $13,584. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$23,188
Current net price
$13,584
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
56.94%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$58,612
Undergraduates
12,450
10-Year Median Earnings - Oakland University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Oakland University graduates earn about 1.3x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Oakland University?
Undergraduates
12,450
Completion rate
56.94%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
29.83%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
38.86%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 29.83% of Oakland University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 38.86% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Oakland University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Oakland University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Oakland University lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Oakland University is listed at 2200 North Squirrel Road, Rochester Hills, MI 48309-4401. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Oakland University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakland University | 70.24% | $23,188 | $13,584 | $58,612 |
| Kettering University | 79.09% | $46,380 | $33,092 | $94,823 |
| Chamberlain University-Michigan | 88.89% | $19,686 | $26,870 | $92,405 |
| University of Michigan-Ann Arbor | 17.94% | $58,072 | $14,832 | $83,648 |
| Michigan Technological University | 87.94% | $41,340 | $15,729 | $78,198 |
Similar Schools in Rochester Hills
This local cluster focuses on nearby Rochester Hills schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Rochester Hills.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakland University's acceptance rate?
Oakland University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 70.24%.
How much is Oakland University tuition?
Oakland University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $23,188.
What is Oakland University's average net price?
Oakland University's average net price in the local dataset is $13,584.
What is Oakland University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $58,612 for Oakland University.
Is Oakland University accredited?
Oakland University's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Oakland University?
The local dataset lists 12,450 undergraduate students at Oakland University.
What percentage of Oakland University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Oakland University in the local dataset is 29.83%.
What is the federal loan rate at Oakland University?
The federal loan rate for Oakland University in the local dataset is 38.86%.
Where should I verify Oakland University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Oakland University or the latest official federal education data.