Founded in 1896, Oakwood University. is a Private college. Located in Alabama, which is a city setting in Alabama, the campus itself is Urban. The campus is home to 1,740 full time undergraduate students, and 54 full time graduate students.
The Oakwood University Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 13:1. There are 100 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Oakwood University include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.
Quick Facts
Acceptance Rate
48%
Application Deadline
Application Fee
25
SAT Range
750-1010
ACT Range
16-21
Admissions at are considered More Selective, with ,49% of all applicants being admitted.
In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 18 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.
57% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 32% were in the top quarter, and 14% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.
STUDENT LIFE Reviews
We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Oakwood University.
149 Students rated on-campus housing 3.4 stars. 10 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate off-campus housing?
95 Students rated off-campus housing 3.8 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate campus food?
154 Students rated campus food 2.7 stars. 6 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate campus facilities?
156 Students rated campus facilities 3.4 stars. 17 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate class size?
156 Students rated class size 4.3 stars. 49 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate school activities?
156 Students rated school activities 3.7 stars. 31 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate local services?
156 Students rated local services 4.1 stars. 46 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate academics?
156 Students rated academics 3.9 stars. 35 % gave the school a 5.0.
Oakwood University REVIEWS
What's your overall opinion of Oakwood University?
48 Students rated Oakwood University
Daniella
Oakwood University is place that prioritises academic excellence, spiritual growth, and service to others. It has a diverse student body and a supportive community atmosphere. Oakwood University is also a place that exhibits commitment to providing a holistic education that nurtures the mind, body, and spirit of its students.
Maya
Oakwood University is a christian university as well as an HBCU. There are plenty of opportunities on campus. This school is a great choice for those looking for a taste of culture, good academics and a variety of different activities. Oakwood values your education, safety and your overall experience.
Stephanie
Oakwood is very interesting HBCU University, which I am looking forward to graduating with my MBA Degree in 2025. I play basketball and atmosphere that the team has, made me feel right at home and at ease. Although I am not a religious person, I am willing to adapt to the school for sake of my future.
Jana
I enjoy it here at Oakwood. Everyone is friendly and outgoing. The sports is close knit here and everyone is friends. Huntsville is a great area as well! The campus food could be better but it is a vegan campus so do with that what you will but it’s still not too bad.
Jocelyn
HBCUs, Historically Black Colleges and Universities, are part of our country’s rich culture as much as the people these institutions serve. Serving as the only Seventh-day Adventist HBCU, my Oakwood experience was only made more remarkable by being on a campus with such a unique history. Having been foraged on the grounds of a plantation, it has risen to become a legacy school, producing award-winning artists and creatives like Brian McKnight, Take6, and Mervyn Warren to dignitaries like John F. Street and Barry Black. As a young girl growing up in Alabama, Oakwood served as a light to guide me in a more promising direction. Attending this university was one of the best decisions I ever made.
Briana
Oakwood University is a place where you can find anything you are looking for. I don't believe that this school is for everyone one but if you do come here I can tell you that the spiritual atmosphere is like none other. I love the worship and the music nothing compares to it. It is a place you can grow and become a excellent leader if you are willing to come with an open mind and willing to grow.
Serena
I think it is very good school where you leave with more then just a degree . You leave there with a new understanding about life and a closer relationship with God . And that’s what I like about oakwood ,because there a focus on you academically and spiritually. See I could have chosen to gone to another school and gotten good education but be lost spiritually . I am happy in my choice of going to Oakwood University.
Messiyah
It's a very tight-knit community. Living on campus is a little policed. You're required to do a little extra. There's also a curfew in active every night if you live on campus, unless you apply for a leave the week before. It's an amazing school for having a personal connection to your teachers because it's a lot more student oriented unlike other schools because of how small it is.
Harmony
I feel very comfortable at this school, we are close almost like a family. I never feel left out. The people I have met here are friendly and helpful. Like every university, there are ups and there are downs, but for the most part, I can't see myself attending another university.
Rachel
I think Oakwood is a pretty good school. Whatever people want to find during there, for the most part they can. If you are looking for a good academic experience that challenges you and pushes you to be better you will find that. if you are looking for a way to enhance or strengthen your spiritual walk, you will find that. If you're just looking for fun and friends, you'll find that too. Your experience at Oakwood is whatever you make it.
Tyler
Oakwood is a very special place. It has everything you are looking for from academics to performing arts. Oakwood is an Adventist HBCU and is known for the world choir Aeolians and other groups that have gone on to win Grammys for example Take 6 and Brian Mcknight just to name a few. If you’re looking for a laid back environment, Oakwood University is perfect.
Jayda
The best thing about Oakwood University is worship experience which is such a great experience! Every since I was little, my mom would always talk about Oakwood because she went there. When I became a high school senior at South Lancaster Academy, I made it a priority to visit Oakwood. While I visited oakwood live is was such an eye opening experience. The environment was great, the people were so friendly, and overall such a great school.
Chareece
This is a great university that i think will help me to achieve my future goals and dreams. This school has many connections around the country who know about the school and who I think can give me an advantage in certain places, particularly in the medical field, which is where i plan to go.
Robyn
As an alumnus, I feel Oakwood University has a mission and purpose I can stand behind. I have been very successful in my field and I feel Oakwood prepared me well for the workforce environment. My son is planning on entering as a Freshman at Oakwood University in the Fall of 2019.
Alisha
I believe that Oakwood is honestly the school for me. It gives me that homey HBCU vibe that I've pretty much experienced my whole life. Also, the spiritual atmosphere is 100% real. If you've never felt God in your presence before, you're bound to feel Him here. Overall, it's pretty great.
The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Oakwood University is 48%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020, _____ students were offered admission.
What should every freshman at your school know before they start?
This is rather tricky to answer as I skipped high school and started college at age 13. But I do advise my friends that if they are going to take college credits make sure they will count towards any degree if you do not know what you want to major in. I would also stress that they should map out thier goals and how they plan to meet them while taking into account expenses. I just completed two years at the community college and am in a university now. Not only did I save greatly on tuition, the classes are smaller and students get more individulaized instruction. Lastly, I would recommend that they enjoy this experience and point in life as we prepare for our futures.
Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.
Oakwood University is extremely conservative and religious; I find many of the people there are very closeminded and not open to new or different views or things.
Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!
Oakwood University is the only Adventist HBCU. It is vegetarian, and most of the students that come here are very nice and respectful. The campus is very diverse, with even teachers coming from outside the states. Oakwood is a school that will help keep you focused, yet also allow you to relax and have fun.
Honestly, the reason why I decided to go to this school is very vague. I visited, with my sister who is n alumni, my sophomore year of high school. I immediately fell in love with their biology program. I loved how elaborate and extensive it was. I also LOVED the fact that the school was highly based off my religion-- Seventh Day Adventist Christian. That was the main reasons at first. I immediately applied and I actually got accepted and it felt like the happiest moment in my life. When I got there, I fell even more in love with the school. I made awesome friends, experienced awesome (and not so awesome) academics, joined social clubs, and mostly I was finally independent. I loved Oakwood back then and I love it now. Oakwood University is an AWESOME school... you just have to find your reason why you love it so much and why you are willing to spend 4 years experiencing your time there.
I absolutely LOVE my school, Oakland University. I really like the size of the university. It is not small and not super big. It is just the right size. There is a lot of school pride. The Golden Grizzlies, the men's basketball team have made it to the NCAA tournament and they are The Summit League champions. We have a student cheer section called "The Grizz Gang". They are the most spirited student section I have seen. Oakland is still growing, even in a recession. We have a medical school that just opened in 2011. We also have a new Human Health building with new facilities. The most frequent complaint is about parking, but really there is not a parking problem, it is a walking problem. There are enough parking spots for all of the students. Also, if you get to class half an hour early you shouldn't have a problem. My favorite part of Oakland is the atmosphere. It is just so welcoming and friendly. It makes me feel like I'm at home.
Academics are just wonderful at Oakland. All of my professors know my name, and not just because I am an over-achiever. They know everyone in the class's name. It also helps that the average class size is 35 students. My favorite class was an Honors College class. It was called: China: an Anthropological Perspective. It was a class based on discussion and was really stimulating. We also watched Disney's Mulan; that was really fun! I do spend time with professors outside of class. I go to their office hours and talk about random things and it is good to have faculty that know you.
What is the stereotype of students at your school? Is this stereotype accurate?
I think the stereotype is that most of the students are uninvolved, commuter students. This stereotype is fairly accurate. However, there is a rich campus life. All you have to do is get involved. There are so many student organizations for students to join. As far as living on campus, there are only about 2000 students who live on campus, whereas around 19,000 students who attend Oakland. So, it is mainly a commuter campus. I live on campus and LOVE it. If you have the chance to live on campus, I would definitely suggest doing so.
All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA.
Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.
99% of students attending Oakwood University receive some sort of financial aid.
55% were awarded federal grants.66%received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.
