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Oakwood University

Private nonprofit Huntsville, AL · Urban · Southeast · 93% data reported · Agent Insights
47%
Graduation Rate
$42,488
Earnings (10yr)
$25,669
Net Price
45%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Just 45% of applicants gain admission to Oakwood University, a private nonprofit school in Huntsville, Alabama, with a tight-knit community of 1,153 students. The school’s focus on health professions, biology, business, and psychology attracts students looking for a supportive environment and personalized attention.

The data from Opportunity Insights is not available, but Oakwood’s graduation rate stands at 47%. This suggests that while not everyone completes their degree, those who do may find opportunities in sectors like health and business, where graduates earn a median of $42,488 within ten years.

Prospective students should consider the financial aspects as well. The net price of attendance is around $25,669, with a median debt of $27,000. Students who thrive here often come from diverse backgrounds, with 44% receiving Pell Grants. This school is suited for individuals seeking a close community and strong programs in health and business.

Rankings

How Oakwood Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation47%Earnings 10yr$42KNet Price$26KRetention71%Median Debt$27KPell Grant Rate44%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$24K$0-30K$22K$30-48K$25K$48-75K$27K$110K+

Cost & Financial Aid

$22,512
In-State Tuition
$22,512
Out-of-State
$25,669
Avg Net Price
$27,000
Median Debt
44%
Pell Grant Rate
57%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$23,999
Family Income $0–$30K
$22,444
Family Income $30K–$48K
$24,501
Family Income $48K–$75K
$27,219
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$30,969
6 Years After Entry
$36,092
8 Years
$42,488
10 Years
0.64x
Debt-to-Earnings
42%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$30,969 6yr $36,092 8yr $42,488 10yr

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.47
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.03
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
9.2%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 45%
Retention Rate 71%
Full-Time Faculty 50%
Faculty Salary (mo) $5,513
Diversity Index 0.57
First-Gen Students 18%

Top Programs

Health Professions 20%
Biology & Biomedical 17%
Business & Marketing 14%
Humanities 10%
Psychology 9%
Computer Science & IT 4%
Communications 4%
Social Sciences 3%