Rochester Hills, MI

Oakland University

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
Oakland University is a four-year, public school located in Rochester Hills, MI.
It is a R2 university with high research activities.
Oakland University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

88% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 17,593 applied, 15,454 accepted, and 2,268 enrolled in Oakland.
945 men and 1,323 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.

1,120 SAT Scores

In 2024-25, the average SAT score is 1,120. The SAT score of 1120 is average, 59 to 67 as in percentile.
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SAT Score
Total103011201230
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing540570640
Math490550590

2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 undergraduate tuition & fees are $17,167 for Michigan residents and $24,735 for others.
The graduate tuition & fees are $21,960 for Michigan residents and $24,648 for others.
Tuition has not increased and remains the same as last year at Oakland University.

Financial Aid

8,375 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $8,773.
For freshmen, 1,965 students (95%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $9,641.

Student Population

A total of 15,768 students enrolled Oakland in 2025.
By gender, 6,649 men and 9,119 women students are enrolled.
There are 12,587 undergraduate and 3,181 graduate students.

250 Major Programs

  • 10 programs through online
  • 81 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Certificate Programs
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Doctorate
  • Post-graduate Certificate

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of Oakland is 58% and the transfer-out rate is 26%.
The retention rate is 78% for full-time and 78% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
58%
Transfer-out Rate
26%
Retention Rate
78%
Students to Faculty Ratio
17 to 1

Facutly & Staffs

A total of 1,129 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for Oakland and the average faculty salary is $94,743. The studetns to faculty ratio is 17 to 1.
There are 2,308 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $70,859.
Number of Faculties
1,129
Average Faculty Salary
$94,743
Number of Staffs
2,308
Average Staff Salary
$70,859

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • ROTC
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend/Evening College
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • On-Campus Daycare
  • Libraries

Athletics

Oakland University is a member of Horizon League.