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Oakwood University

Huntsville, Alabama · Private Non-Profit

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$30,969

Acceptance Rate

51%

Graduation Rate

48%

Annual Tuition

$21,838

Quick answer

What is the acceptance rate at Oakwood University? 50.5% of applicants are admitted, according to U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data (2024-25 College Scorecard release) on CollegeFactbook.com. Graduates of Oakwood University earn a median of $42,488 ten years after entry — 21% below the national median. In-state tuition $21,838.

At a Glance

Total Students

1,253

Retention Rate

64%

Faculty Ratio

10

Financial Aid

58%

Median Debt

$27,000

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Private Non-Profit

Institution Overview

Oakwood University is a private, non-profit institution in Huntsville with 1,253 students. The university has a 50.5% acceptance rate and a 63.9% retention rate. The graduation rate is 47.8%. The in-state tuition is $21,838, and 57.5% of students receive financial aid.

One year after graduation, the median earnings are $29,366. Five years after graduation, median earnings are $30,969, and ten years after graduation, median earnings are $42,488. The median debt for students is $27,000.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$29k

1 YEAR

$31k

5 YEARS

$42k

10 YEARS

Top 92% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Oakwood University alumni earn a median of $29,366. Five years after graduation, median earnings increase to $30,969. Ten years after graduation, median earnings are $42,488. The median debt for graduates is $27,000.

Oakwood University has a student body of 1,253 students. The university has a 50.5% acceptance rate and a 47.8% graduation rate. The retention rate is 63.9%. The in-state tuition is $21,838. A total of 57.5% of students receive financial aid.

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Campus Location

Huntsville, Alabama

Huntsville, AL 35896

Oakwood University is located in Huntsville, Alabama. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Oakwood University has an acceptance rate of 50.5%.