by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual set out to determine if Oakland is asking a fair price for the quality of education they provide. Keep reading for the detailed value report.
Oakland University is ranked #943 out of 2,223 for value nationwide.
Compared to other schools of similar quality, Oakland University is priced appropriately for the kind of quality provided and is thus a fair value according to College Factual's Best for the Money Ranking.
| School | Total Price | Value Grade |
|---|
*Total price is determined by multiplying average annual cost by time to graduate.
The average Oakland student's degree will cost an estimated $142,680. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $30,950 and a typical 4.61 years to graduate.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Average Yearly Cost | $30,950 |
| Average Years to Graduate | 4.61 |
| Estimated Avg Total Cost of Degree | $142,680 |
Consider the average Oakland student takes 4.61 years to complete their degree. If you can complete your degree faster than that you will save money. This is just one way your Oakland degree may cost less than average.
Most students will not pay the full sticker price and few students fit perfectly into averages.
Look at the table below to get a sense of how Oakland value for your educational dollar might vary.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with no Aid | $165,444 | #0 | F |
| All Students | $142,680 | #943 | C+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $129,873 | #455 | B+ |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with no Aid | $133,570 | # | F |
| All Students | $110,806 | # | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $97,999 | # | F |
Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of Michigan.
About 93% of Oakland students receive financial aid. Get more details on what Oakland financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates average total cost by multiplying net price by time to graduation. We then compare the average total cost to other schools of a similar quality to determine value. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.
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College Factual's Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.