Admissions Overview
The admission process at Oakland University has a 70% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Oakland University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
70%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
12,398
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
26%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Oakland University has a 70% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Oakland University evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredHigh School Class Rank
Not ConsideredWork Experience
Not ConsideredLegacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Oakland University. About 1% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 995 to 1,185.0
SAT Scores
1% of students submitted400
1600
995 – 1185
200
800
520 – 620
200
800
475 – 565
Admission Statistics
12,398 students applied to OU. Of those, 70% were accepted (8,708 students). Of these 8,708 accepted students, 2,236 chose to enroll.
12,398
Total Applicants
8,708
Students Admitted
2,236
Students Enrolled
70%
Acceptance Rate