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Average
Score: 48/100

Oakland Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Auburn Hills, Michigan 48326
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 19%
Outcomes
D
37/100
Affordability
B+
74/100
Resources
C+
57/100
Experience
D
41/100
Prestige
D
32/100

Quick Stats

13,831
Total Enrollment
19%
Graduation Rate
53%
Retention Rate
22.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$4,834
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Oakland Community College

47% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 6,445 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$286,500
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,804
1-Year Change
+5.3%
For parents & investors

The Oakland Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $286,500
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,804/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 48342 (8.1% cap, Pontiac)

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🏆 Where Oakland Community College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥈
Early Childhood Program Administration
of 2 schools
#8
Accounting and Business/Management
of 10 schools
#15
Science Technologies/Technicians, Other
of 22 schools
#25
Emergency Care Attendant (EMT Ambulance)
of 43 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $5,340 $5,340

Financial Aid

55%
Receive Any Aid
38%
Receive Pell Grants
21%
Take Out Loans
$4,834
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$2,628
$30,001 - $48,000$3,569
$48,001 - $75,000$5,852
$75,001 - $110,000$9,188
$110,001+$11,208

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 363 grads/yr General Studies 241 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other 214 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 135 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 124 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 96 grads/yr Science Technologies/Technicians, Other 92 grads/yr Social Work 87 grads/yr Emergency Care Attendant (EMT Ambulance) 82 grads/yr Computer Software Engineering 46 grads/yr Fire Science/Fire-fighting 44 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 41 grads/yr Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia 37 grads/yr Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder 37 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 36 grads/yr Accounting and Business/Management 31 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 30 grads/yr Early Childhood Program Administration 27 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 26 grads/yr Legal Assistant/Paralegal 25 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Oakland Community College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs
Construction managers
$107k/yr 550,300 jobs
Facilities managers
$105k/yr 151,400 jobs

Student Demographics

13,831
Total Students
54%
Women
56%
Traditional Age (18-24)
47%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 52%
Hispanic 6%
Black 20%
Asian 3%
Two or More 5%
Non-Resident 6%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 47%
With Family 53%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~6,445 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 36%
Hybrid (Some Online) 29%
Fully Online 34%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 56%
25-64 (Adult) 38%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Oakland Community College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Oakland Community College?
Tuition at Oakland Community College is $5,340 for in-state students and $5,340 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $4,834.
What is the graduation rate at Oakland Community College?
The graduation rate at Oakland Community College is 19%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Oakland Community College a good school?
Oakland Community College has a Repit College Score of 48/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Oakland Community College?
Oakland Community College has a total enrollment of 13,831 students.
Is there rental demand near Oakland Community College?
Yes! Approximately 47% of students at Oakland Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 6,445 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Auburn Hills area.

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