Oakland City University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Oakland City, Indiana with 499 undergraduates. It admits 83% of applicants, costs an average of $15,557 a year after grants and graduates 70% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Oakland City University acceptance rate and admissions
Oakland City University admitted 83% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Neither required nor recommended (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
Oakland City University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $27,900 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $11,600 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $43,412 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $15,557 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $15,557 a year after grants and scholarships, $27,855 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Oakland City University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Oakland City University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 70% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $53,253 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $17,750 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 33% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Oakland City University majors and what graduates earn
Oakland City University awarded bachelor's degrees in 14 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from criminal justice ($62,595).
All 14 majors at Oakland City University
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal justice | 10 | n/a | $62,595 | n/a |
| Business administration | 50 | $43,940 | $58,663 | $20,841 |
| Liberal arts and general studies | 23 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | 12 | $37,239 | n/a | $19,500 |
| Biology | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Psychology | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by subject | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Special education | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Religious studies | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Communication | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Applied mathematics | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| History | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| English | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Oakland City University
6 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 6 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business administration | Master's | 35 | n/a | n/a |
| Education leadership | Doctoral | 24 | $97,117 | $20,358 |
| Education leadership | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Divinity and ministry | Professional doctorate | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Divinity and ministry | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 499 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 38% women, 62% men
- 13 students for every faculty member
- Setting: rural, distant
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Oakland City University?
Oakland City University admitted 83% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Oakland City University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $27,900. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $15,557 a year in 2024-25.
Is Oakland City University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Oakland City University reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Oakland City University?
70% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Oakland City University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $53,253 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.