Oakland University
Rochester Hills, Michigan · Public
Oakland University admitted 88% of 17,593 applicants (Common Data Set 2024-2025). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 920–1160 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 57% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at Oakland University
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Application deadlines
Oakland University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application is free.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Oakland University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
Oakland University doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
What admissions weighs
How Oakland University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- GPA
Important
- Course rigor
Considered
- Test scores
- Essay
- Recommendations
Not considered
- Class rank
- Interview
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Character
- First generation
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.48 GPA. 15% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $29,303 in-state and $37,797 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $15,734 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is Oakland University’s acceptance rate?
Oakland University admitted 88% of applicants: 15,454 of 17,593 (Common Data Set 2024-2025).
When is Oakland University’s application deadline?
Oakland University uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.
What SAT score do you need for Oakland University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 920 to 1160, with a median around 1040. A score at or above 1040 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Oakland University’s application fee?
The application is free for 2026–27.
Does Oakland University have supplemental essays?
No. Oakland University doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.
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