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Oakland University

Rochester Hills, Michigan Β· Suburb: LargeOfficial Website β†—

#3652
Nationally
#88
In Michigan
70%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 70%
$16,429
In-State Tuition
per year
57%
6-Year Grad Rate
Nat'l avg 63%
12,719
Undergrad Enrollment
10,000–19,999
Overall Score & Rankings
43/100
Average
#3652 nationally
#88 in Michigan
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes57
πŸ’°Affordability50
🎯Selectivity17
πŸ“šAcademic Environment13
πŸ”¬Program Breadth78

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

Oakland University is a public four-year university located in Rochester Hills, Michigan. With 12,719 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 70%, the institution is considered moderately selective. In-state tuition is $16,429 per year ($24,737 out-of-state), significantly above average for public institutions. The six-year graduation rate is 57%, which is average compared to the national average of 63%.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate70%Near avg
National avg: 70%
12,398
Applied
8,708
Admitted
2,236
Enrolled
SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)
SAT Reading520 – 620
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
SAT Math475 – 565
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition$16,429/yr
In-State Fees$0/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$24,737/yr
Room & Board$12,009/yr
Total CoA (In-State)$28,438/yr
Total CoA (Out-of-State)$36,746/yr
In-State Tuition vs National Avg$16,429↓ Below avg
National avg: $10,662
Graduation Outcomes
6-Year Graduation Rate57%↓ Below avg
National avg: 63%

The six-year graduation rate measures students who earn their degree within 150% of normal time (6 years for a 4-year program). It is the federal standard for comparing outcomes across institutions.

Student Body
12,719
Total Undergrads
57% F / 43% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 70%
Hispanic 5%
Black 10%
Asian 6%
Two or more 4%
International 2%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Publicly funded institution β€” tuition subsidized by state taxes for in-state residents
Consider
  • Β·Tuition ($16,429/yr) is above average β€” factor in aid eligibility
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for in-state students who want a quality education at a subsidized cost.

Institution Profile
Type4-year
ControlPublic
LocationRochester Hills, Michigan
SettingSuburb: Large
Size10,000–19,999
State Ranking
#88
in Michigan out of 7+ colleges
#3652
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.