Admissions & Aid
Apply to Oakland and unlock your potential. We're open for Summer and Fall 2026, and Winter 2027 admission, with no enrollment deposit or registration deadline before your classes start.
Why Oakland
A research university with personal attention.
Nearly 16,000 students choose Oakland for our 17:1 student–faculty ratio, eight colleges with 275+ programs, and a campus where you're not just a number. Straightforward, per-credit-hour tuition and a dedicated financial aid team help you plan with confidence.
~16,000 students
17:1 student–faculty ratio
8 colleges & schools
275+ degree programs
Tuition you can plan around.
Tuition is charged per credit hour, so your cost scales with your courses, and published rates make the math clear from the start. The financial aid team helps you map scholarships, grants, and the full picture.
Steps to Apply
Get started in three simple steps.
Applications are now open for Summer 2026, Fall 2026, and Winter 2027 admission. Apply online at oakland.edu — the process is straightforward and takes about 20 minutes.
Good news: Oakland University has no enrollment deposit and no registration deadline before your classes start. You have time to plan.
Once admitted, our Office of Financial Aid will walk you through scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study options. You're not alone in this.
Contact: North Foundation Hall, Room 120 · (248) 370-2550 · financialaid@oakland.edu
Register for your courses through the Office of the Registrar. Check the academic calendar for important dates and deadlines.
Office of the Registrar: North Foundation Hall, Room 160 · (248) 370-3450 · registrar@oakland.edu
Get in touch
Undergraduate Admissions
Wilson Hall, Room 2000
371 Wilson Boulevard
Rochester, MI 48309-4486
Phone: (248) 370-3360
Text: (248) 712-3361
Email: admissions@oakland.edu
Hours: M–F 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Have questions before you apply? Reach out to our admissions counselors — they're here to help you find your fit at Oakland.
Schedule a campus visitTuition & Cost
Straightforward, per-credit-hour pricing.
| Program | Lower-division* | Upper-division* |
|---|---|---|
| Arts & Sciences, Education | $552.50/credit | $643.50/credit |
| Engineering | $590.50/credit | $695.00/credit |
| * Lower-division = fewer than 56 credits; Upper-division = 56+ credits. Out-of-state students pay approximately 40% more. | ||
Published rates as of 2026. Confirm current tuition and fees at oakland.edu/tuition. Oakland University charges tuition per credit hour.
Cost of Attendance
Tuition is only part of your cost. The Office of Financial Aid provides a full estimate including room, board, books, and personal expenses on your financial aid package.
Financial Aid
Scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study.
Scholarships & Grants
Merit-based scholarships and need-based grants are available to qualified students. Many are renewable year after year.
Loans & Work-Study
Federal student loans and work-study opportunities help close the gap between your costs and what you can cover.
Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships
North Foundation Hall, Room 120
318 Meadow Brook Road, Rochester, MI 48309-4454
Phone: (248) 370-2550
Email: financialaid@oakland.edu
Hours: M–F 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Questions
Ask Oakland
Not sure about tuition, registration, or what to expect on campus. Ask and get a straight answer.
Ready to apply or visit?
Start your Oakland journey. Apply online, schedule a campus tour, or reach out to our admissions team.