Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
50.51%
SAT Average
Not available
ACT Range
Not available
Oakwood University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 50.51%. This means approximately 505 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 1,253 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
50.51%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $21,838 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $21,838 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $38,592 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $23,384 | State avg: $14,203. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 47.35% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 57.54% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Oakwood University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$21,838
Room and board
$9,384
Books and supplies
$1,200
Other expenses
$8,000
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$38,592
Average net price
$23,384
Average aid coverage
39%
$15,208 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Oakwood University pays approximately $23,384 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Alabama average of $14,203 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Oakwood University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Alabama and national averages.
Oakwood University net price
$23,384
Alabama average
$14,203
National average
$17,506
Oakwood University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $21,838 and average net price at $23,384. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$21,838
Current net price
$23,384
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)
48.91%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$42,488
Undergraduates
1,253
10-Year Median Earnings - Oakwood University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Oakwood University graduates earn about 1.0x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Oakwood University?
Undergraduates
1,253
Completion rate
48.91%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
47.35%
Above national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
57.54%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 47.35% of Oakwood University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 57.54% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Oakwood 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 Oakwood University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Oakwood University lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges 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
Oakwood University is listed at 7000 Adventist Blvd NW, Huntsville, AL 35896. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare Oakwood 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakwood University | 50.51% | $21,838 | $23,384 | $42,488 |
| Auburn University | 50.47% | $33,944 | $23,897 | $65,337 |
| Columbia Southern University | Not available | $5,808 | $14,975 | $63,534 |
| University of Alabama in Huntsville | 74.25% | $24,662 | $19,880 | $61,767 |
| Marion Military Institute | 59.17% | $15,538 | $10,137 | $59,644 |
Similar Schools in Huntsville
This local cluster focuses on nearby Huntsville schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Huntsville.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakwood University's acceptance rate?
Oakwood University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 50.51%.
How much is Oakwood University tuition?
Oakwood University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $21,838.
What is Oakwood University's average net price?
Oakwood University's average net price in the local dataset is $23,384.
What does Oakwood University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $21,428 for Oakwood University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Oakwood University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $42,488 for Oakwood University.
Is Oakwood University accredited?
Oakwood University's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend Oakwood University?
The local dataset lists 1,253 undergraduate students at Oakwood University.
What percentage of Oakwood University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Oakwood University in the local dataset is 47.35%.
What is the federal loan rate at Oakwood University?
The federal loan rate for Oakwood University in the local dataset is 57.54%.
Where should I verify Oakwood University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Oakwood University or the latest official federal education data.