C+
Above Average
Score: 56/100

Oakland City University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Oakland City, Indiana 47660
Outcomes
B+
75/100
Affordability
F
32/100
Resources
C+
58/100
Experience
B+
80/100
Prestige
D
37/100

Quick Stats

650
Total Enrollment
70%
Graduation Rate
68%
Retention Rate
12.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
68%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Oakland City University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $169,798
  • Avg rent near campus: $918/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 47670 (4.3% cap, Princeton)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $27,150 $27,150
Total Cost (On-Campus) $42,965 $42,965

Financial Aid

88%
Receive Any Aid
37%
Receive Pell Grants
38%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Business Administration and Management, General 77 grads/yr General Studies 75 grads/yr Educational Leadership and Administration, General 24 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 10 grads/yr Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other 9 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 8 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 7 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 6 grads/yr Superintendency and Educational System Administration 6 grads/yr Psychology, General 5 grads/yr Religion/Religious Studies 4 grads/yr Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General 3 grads/yr Physical Education Teaching and Coaching 3 grads/yr Divinity/Ministry 2 grads/yr Operations Management and Supervision 2 grads/yr Special Education and Teaching, General 2 grads/yr Applied Mathematics, General 1 grads/yr Secondary Education and Teaching 1 grads/yr History, General 1 grads/yr Communication, General 1 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Oakland City University's top programs commonly pursue.

Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs

Student Demographics

650
Total Students
39%
Women
88%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 61%
Hispanic 4%
Black 15%
Asian 1%
Two or More 5%
Non-Resident 9%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 72%
Hybrid (Some Online) 10%
Fully Online 19%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 88%
25-64 (Adult) 8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Oakland City University?
Oakland City University has an acceptance rate of 68%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Oakland City University?
Tuition at Oakland City University is $27,150 for in-state students and $27,150 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Oakland City University?
The graduation rate at Oakland City University is 70%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Oakland City University a good school?
Oakland City University has a Repit College Score of 56/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Oakland City University?
Oakland City University has a total enrollment of 650 students. Most students (88%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology