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Oakwood University

7000 Adventist Boulevard, Huntsville, AL 35896, USA

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position: 1262
Tuition & fees per year: N/A
Acceptance rate: 51.00%
Median alumni salary: $29,366
Avg. SAT and ACT: N/A
Entrance difficulty: Easy

What are the graduation rates for students at Oakwood University?

Oakwood University reports an overall graduation rate of 49%, which places it in the lower third of comparable institutions. Men at the university graduate at a notably lower rate of 36%, ranking in the bottom quarter nationally, while women graduate at a somewhat higher rate of 57%, although this remains below average when compared nationally. The four-year graduation rate stands at 31%, reflecting the challenges some students face completing their programs within the traditional time frame. Over six years, the graduation rate improves to 50%, indicating that half the students eventually finish their degrees after extended study periods.

The university's student retention rate is similarly modest at 64%, suggesting that just under two-thirds of first-time students return for their second year. These figures point to areas where prospective students might want to carefully consider their academic planning and support systems.

What is the earning potential for graduates at Oakwood University?

Graduates of Oakwood University who pursued degrees in Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities report an average earning of $27,542. This field stands out as one of the more advantageous in terms of salary potential among available data. Another area identified with specific earning information is Biology, General, where the average income is approximately $15,345.

Oakwood University Graduation Rate

Avg. graduation 49%
Graduation rate, total cohort
4-year Graduation 31%
Graduation rate - Bachelor degree within 4 years, total
6-year Graduation 50%
Graduation rate - Bachelor degree within 6 years, total

Oakwood University Career Help & Outcomes

Career Centers:

Full time employees: 2

Part time employees: Data not available

Career Counselling:

Individual: All undergraduates

Group: All undergraduates

Other information:

Job bank on campus

Data not available

Job fairs on campus

Data not available

Individual job placement

All undergraduates

On campus employer recruitment

All undergraduates

Oakwood University Graduations Per Degree

BACHELOR’S Degree

Women Men Total

Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs

347

Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services

358

Education

448

Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics

516

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

17825

Biological and Biomedical Sciences

261440

Mathematics and Statistics

011

Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies

101

Theology and Religious Vocations

41216

Psychology

9211

Public Administration and Social Service Professions

628

Social Sciences

505

Visual and Performing Arts

639

Health Professions and Related Programs

28331

Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services

5813

MASTER’S Degree

Women Men Total

Theology and Religious Vocations

011

Health Professions and Related Programs

101

Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services

112

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