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Oakwood University

Oakwood University is a small, private institution located in Huntsville, al. Founded in 1896, Oakwood University offers undergraduate degrees in 57 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Private
athletics N/A
undergraduates 1,378 undergraduates
cost $20,040 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into Oakwood University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are neither required nor recommended to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 68.1%
SAT score average N/A
ACT score average 20
Average high school GPA 2.99
Application fee $25
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Key deadlines

June
30
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30
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Oakwood University is known for one of its top majors: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. Their student-faculty ratio is 11:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
11 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Arts, Design, and Humanities
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies
Business and Management
Social Sciences and Psychology
Health and Medical Professions
Other
Computer Science and Information Technology

Popular majors

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Biology, General
Human Resources Management and Services
Psychology, General
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services
Social Work

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $20,040
Additional expenses
Room & board $9,384
Books & supplies $1,200
Other expenses $8,000
Cost of attendance* $38,624
Average financial aid package $6,500
Estimated cost $32,124 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $20,040
Additional expenses
Room & board $9,384
Books & supplies $1,200
Other expenses $8,000
Cost of attendance* $38,624
Average financial aid package $6,500
Estimated cost $32,124 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

Student population

Who’s going to be there? Oakwood University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,378, with gender binary students split 43% male and 57% female.

Total enrollment

1,431

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
1%
African American %
74%
Hispanic American %
9%
Asian %
0%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
NA
Multiracial %
2%
Unknown %
14%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At Oakwood University, students love their United Student Movement. Freshmen are required to live on campus.

Campus info

map 7000 Adventist Blvd NW, Huntsville, AL 35896
phone 256-726-7000
address https://www2.oakwood.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

United student movement

clubs
announcement

Athletics

NCAA Division level
Varsity sportsNo
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Oakwood University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Oakwood University?

Oakwood University is located in Huntsville, al.

What is the acceptance rate at Oakwood University? 

The acceptance rate for Oakwood University is 68%.

What’s the average GPA for Oakwood University?

The average high school GPA for Oakwood University students was 2.99.

How much does it cost for 4 years at Oakwood University?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at Oakwood University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $154,496.

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