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Oakland Admission Requirements

Rochester Hills, Michigan

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Your chances of getting into Oakland University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

90.1%
Admission Difficulty for Oakland University
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Average 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Oakland is 90.1%.  Its admission rate is the 39th lowest in Michigan.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Oakland and can you get accepted?

Oakland University is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 10,005 out of the 11,110 who applied were admitted.

Oakland University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.51. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 21% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Oakland?

90% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Oakland University you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.51 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1130 on the SAT
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class

Oakland GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.51

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Oakland University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Oakland are to have around a 3.51 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.51 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Oakland accepts 90% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Oakland is 3.51 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #16 in Michigan for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Oakland is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.5 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Oakland University students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 18.3% Good
3.75 to 3.99 19.9% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 17.2% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 14.7% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 12.8% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 16.1% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 1.0% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Oakland SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Oakland University. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 1% of students submitted SAT scores.

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1015-1245

Applicants Submitting SAT 

1%
SAT Scores for Oakland University
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 515
Math 25th Percentile 500
Composite 25th Percentile 1015
SAT Scores for Oakland University
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 640
Math 75th Percentile 605
Composite 75th Percentile 1245
Average SAT Score 1130

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Oakland University?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Oakland is 1130 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1015-1245. Students who get into Oakland University score in the top 100 percent of all SAT test takers..  Oakland ranks #12 in the state of Michigan for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1130 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Oakland regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1015 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1015, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 900, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Oakland University is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1130 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1130, you have around a 90% chance of being admitted. A 1245 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 94% chance of getting in.

Oakland University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1245 and Above Good >94%
1130 to 1245 Avg + 90%-94%
1015 to 1130 Avg - 83%-90%
900 to 1015 Reach 71%-83%
Less than 900 Low <71%
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Oakland ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting ACT 

-
ACT Scores for Oakland University
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile N/A
ACT Scores for Oakland University
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile N/A
Math 75th Percentile N/A
Composite 75th Percentile N/A
Average ACT Score N/A
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

High School Class Rank

74% of Oakland University freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 41% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Oakland University students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 17%
Top 25% of class 41%
Top 50% of class 74%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Oakland University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 6,701 4,067 11,110
Accepted 6,062 3,652 10,005
Acceptance Rate 90% 90% 90%
Enrolled 1,206 911 2,117
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 20% 25% 21%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Oakland University is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Oakland University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Oakland University Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Oakland University
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=171571 IPEDS survey data for Oakland University.

Last updated February 24, 2024