Oakwood University
Oakwood University (Oakwood) is a four-years, private (not-for-profit) school located in Huntsville, AL. It is a historically black school. It is classified as Baccalaureate College - Diverse Fields by Carnegie Classification and its highest level of offering is Master's degree.
The Oakwood's 2022 tuition & fees is $19,990. 86% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $10,387.
The school has a total enrollment of 1,374 and the student to faculty ratio is 10 to 1 (10.00%).
The average earning after 10 years of graduation from the school is $37,400.
Oakwood University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
Directory Information
| Address | 7000 Adventist Blvd NW, Huntsville, AL 35896 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 256-726-7000 |
| WEB | School's Website |
| Admission | Admission Information |
| Online Application | Apply Online |
| Financial Aid | Deadlines and Applications |
| Net Price Calculator | Net Price Calculator |
| Disability Service | Disability Services |
| School Type | four-years, private (not-for-profit) |
| Carnegie Category | Baccalaureate College - Diverse Fields |
| Highest Degree Offered | Master's degree |
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System)
2022 Tuition & Fees and 2023 Estimation
For undergraduate school, the 2022 tuition and fees of Oakwood University are $19,990. For graduate programs, its 2022 graduate school tuition and fees are $14,516.
The estimated 2023 tuition & fees for prospective students is $19,990 based on the tuition changes over the past five years. The estimated 2023 graduate school tuition & fees is $14,516.
| Undergraduate | $19,990 |
|---|---|
| Graduate | $14,516 |
Data source: 2021-2022 tuition - NCES(National Center for Education Statistics (Last update: July 22, 2022)
| Undergraduate | $19,990 |
|---|---|
| Graduate | $14,516 |
The estimation for 2022-2023 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Key Stats for Prospective Students
The Acceptance rate at Oakwood University is 72% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 45%. The average graduation rate is 50%. Total 1,374 students are attending the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school).
The average earning in 10 years after graduation from the school is $37,400. Key academic stats for the school are listed in the next table.
| Admission Stats » | 72% Acceptance Rate / 45% Yield |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate » | 50% |
| Transfer-out Rate | 2% |
| Retention Rate | 74%(full-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 10.00% (10 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 1,374 (1,339 undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $10,387 |
| Average Earning After 10 years of graduation | $37,400 |
Special Learning Opportunities and On-Campus Student Services
Oakwood University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. The next table summarizes the special learning opportunities.
| Online Class | Undergraduate, Graduate |
|---|---|
| ROTC | No |
| Weekend/Evening College | No |
| Teacher Certification | No |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
Oakwood provides several student services including remedial services, academic/career counseling services, employment services for students.
| Remedial services | Yes |
|---|---|
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | No |
| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
| Library facilities at institution | Various Library Facilities Provided |
Campus Life
The following table illustrates the special characteristics of Oakwood. Oakwood University is religiously affiliated with Seventh Day Adventist. It has dormitories (or campus-owned housing) and its capacity is 1,214. It also offers separate board/meal plans and the annual cost is $4,958.
| Religious Affiliation | Seventh Day Adventist |
|---|---|
| Historical Black School | Yes |
| Has Hospital | No |
| Offer Medical Degree | No |
| Board/Meal Plan | Yes |
| Dormitory Capacity | 1,214 |
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