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318 Meadow Brook Road
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Tuition & Costs
Fall 2018, Winter 2019 and Summer 2019 Tuition Rates
New tuition rates are set by the OU Board of Trustees in the summer. The Board reserves the right to change any and all tuition rates when circumstances make such a change necessary.
- Competency credits are $55/credit hour.
- Audited courses will be charged at regular tuition rates.
- Veterans qualify for in-state tuition rates.
Non-resident students are required to pay non-resident tuition rates according to university policy referenced in university catalogs. Students classified as non-residents who believe they qualify for resident status should apply for reclassification 30 days before the beginning of a semester by completing an Application for Reclassification of Residence Status.
Non-Dischargeable Educational Benefits: Oakland University (“university”) may provide, extend or advance funds, credits and/or other financial accommodations to students, to be applied towards their tuition and/or charges, with the understanding that students will re-pay those amounts. All such amounts, other than scholarships, fellowships, stipends and/or tuition waivers, are loans and/or educational benefits which students must repay to the university together with late payment charges as established by the university. In consideration for allowing students to attend classes, students agree to repay the university for those loans and/or educational benefits and acknowledge that their re-payment obligation is not dischargeable in bankruptcy.
View tuition rate archives.
Tuition is assessed as follows:
BASE TUITION RATES apply to courses offered by the College of Arts and Sciences and the School of Education and Human Services.
- Lower-division rates apply to freshmen and sophomores with fewer than 56 credits, and non-matriculating (non-degree seeking) students.
- Upper-division rates apply to juniors and seniors with 56 or more credits, students who have earned undergraduate degrees and are admitted to OU for a second undergraduate degree program, all students with post-bachelor admission status, and guest students from other colleges.
- Non-resident tuition rates apply to non-Michigan residents and are also based on upper- and lower-division status.
| COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES COURSES | |
| Lower Division | $429.75 |
| Upper Division | $498.00 |
| SCHOOL OF EDUCATION AND HUMAN SERVICES COURSES | |
| Lower Division | $429.75 |
| Upper Division | $498.00 |
| NON-RESIDENT* | |
| Lower Division | $795.75 |
| Upper Division | $853.25 |
All rates are per credit hour.
*Some online programs are approved for in-state tuition. Visit oakland.edu/online/costs for a list.
DIFFERENTIAL TUITION RATES apply to courses offered by the School of Business Administration, School of Engineering and Computer Science, School of Health Sciences and School of Nursing.
- Course numbers determine tuition rates in the academic units with differential tuition: courses 0001-2999 and courses 3000 and above.
| SCHOOL OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION COURSES | |
| 0001-2999 level courses | $453.50 |
| 3000+ courses | $529.50 |
| SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND COMPUTER SCIENCE COURSES | |
| 0001-2999 level courses | $464.75 |
| 3000+ courses | $541.50 |
| SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES COURSES | |
| 0001-2999 level courses | $440.50 |
| 3000+ courses | $518.75 |
| SCHOOL OF NURSING COURSES | |
| 0001-2999 level courses | $456.50 |
| 3000+ courses | $534.25 |
All rates are per credit hour.
To help you understand your statement, view a list of subject codes for each school and college.
Some programs follow alternate tuition structures. For more information, please visit their websites:
- Oakland University - RN to BSN Program $9.995.00/year
Transfer Credit and Tuition: For information on transfer credit and tuition please visit the Transferring Credit section of the Office of the Registrar's website.
Graduate students pay tuition at either in-state or non-resident rates. Graduate student rates apply to students admitted with special graduate, certification, master’s, post-master’s, second graduate degree or doctoral status.
| GRADUATE COURSES | |
| In-state | $ 738.00 |
| Non-resident* | $1,027.00 |
All rates are per credit hour.
*Some online programs are approved for in-state tuition. Visit oakland.edu/online/costs for a list.
Some programs follow alternate tuition structures. For more information, please visit their websites:
| CRNA-MSN Program | $ 8,116.00/semester |
| Nurse Anesthesia Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) | $ 8,116.00/semester |
| Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine | $ 54,928.00/year |
| Oakland University - Executive Masters of Business Administration | $ 8,500.00/semester |
Attendance
The following costs are an estimate for the 2018-2019 fall and winter semesters based on full-time enrollment for students living on campus*.
| CLASS STANDING | TUITION1 | BOOKS & SUPPLIES2 | ON CAMPUS ROOM & BOARD3 | *PERSONAL & MISC4 | FALL/ WINTER TOTAL |
| In-State Residents | |||||
| Freshmen/Sophomore | $12606 | $784 | $10100 | $2034 | $25524 |
| Freshmen/Sophomore 100% Online | $12606*** | $784 | $10100 | $2034 | $25524 |
| Community College Partnerships | $7852 | $784 | $10100 | $2034 | $20770 |
Junior/Senior/2nd Degree/Teacher Cert & Grad/Undergrad Preparatory coursework | $13644 | $784 | $10100 | $2034 | $26562 |
Junior/Senior/2nd Degree/Teacher Cert & Grad/Undergrad Preparatory coursework 100% Online | $13644*** | $784 | $10100 | $2034 | $26562 |
Graduate/Professional/Graduate and Post Master's Certificate | $14066 | $620 | $10100 | $2066 | $26852 |
Graduate/Professional/Graduate and Post Master's Certificate 100% Online | $14066*** | $620 | $10100 | $2066 | $26852 |
| Graduate Physical Therapy | $24566 | $620 | $10100 | $2066 | $37352 |
| Graduate Nurse Anesthesia | $16232** | $302 | $10100 | $7522 | $34156 |
| Graduate Executive MBA | $17000** | $0 | $10100 | $2066 | $29166 |
| Out-of-State Residents | |||||
| Freshmen/Sophomore | $24230 | $784 | $10100 | $2634 | $37748 |
| Freshmen/Sophomore 100% Online | $24230*** | $784 | $10100 | $2634 | $37748 |
| Community College Partnerships | $15278 | $784 | $10100 | $2634 | $28796 |
Junior/Senior/2nd Degree/Teacher Cert & Grad/Undergrad Preparatory coursework | $24266 | $784 | $10100 | $2634 | $37784 |
Junior/Senior/2nd Degree/Teacher Cert & Grad/ Undergrad Preparatory coursework 100% Online | $24266*** | $784 | $10100 | $2634 | $37784 |
Graduate/Professional/Graduate and Post Master's Certificate | $20170 | $620 | $10100 | $2666 | $33556 |
Graduate/Professional/Graduate and Post Master's Certificate 100% Online | $20170*** | $620 | $10100 | $2666 | $33556 |
| Graduate Physical Therapy | $35226 | $620 | $10100 | $2888 | $48834 |
| Graduate Nurse Anesthesia | $16232** | $302 | $10100 | $8122 | $34756 |
| Graduate Executive MBA | $17000** | $0 | $10100 | $2666 | $29766 |
- Tuition estimate is for full-time enrollment. Tuition is charged per credit hour,**with the exception of tuition for Graduate Nurse Anesthesia and Graduate Executive MBA programs, for which tuition is charged per program. ***View a list of online programs that qualify for in-state tuition here.
- Book and supply expenses vary depending on student's course schedules. Students can purchase books through any book vendor including the Barnes and Noble at Oakland University Bookstore.
- Housing expenses vary depending on living arrangements. The off-campus housing budget is $6508 for fall and winter semesters. For students living at home, the budget is $1500.
- *Personal and miscellaneous expenses can include transportation, clothing, personal hygiene, telephone, meals not covered by a meal contract, Direct Loan fees ($34 for undergraduate students, $66 for graduate students), etc. Direct loan fees are not included for international students. For students living off-campus or at home, the transportation, personal and miscellaneous expenses are as follows:
| CLASS STANDING | Off-Campus | Home with Parents |
| In-State Residents | ||
| Freshmen/Sophomore | $4440 | $4440 |
| Freshmen/Sophomore 100% Online | $4440 | $4440 |
| Community College Partnerships | $4440 | $4440 |
Junior/Senior/2nd Degree/Teacher Cert & Grad/Undergrad Preparatory coursework | $4440 | $4440 |
Junior/Senior/2nd Degree/Teacher Cert & Grad/Undergrad Preparatory coursework 100% Online | $4440 | $4440 |
Graduate/Professional/Graduate and Post Master's Certificate | $4472 | $4472 |
Graduate/Professional/Graduate and Post Master's Certificate 100% Online | $4472 | $4472 |
| Graduate Physical Therapy | $6300 | $6300 |
| Graduate Nurse Anesthesia | $7522 | $7522 |
| Graduate Executive MBA | $7922 | $2922 |
| Freshmen/Sophomore | $5040 | $4440 |
| Freshmen/Sophomore 100% Online | $5040 | $4440 |
| Community College Partnerships | $5040 | $4440 |
Junior/Senior/2nd Degree/Teacher Cert & Grad/Undergrad Preparatory coursework | $5349 | $4440 |
Junior/Senior/2nd Degree/Teacher Cert & Grad/ Undergrad Preparatory coursework 100% Online | $5040 | $4440 |
Graduate/Professional/Graduate and Post Master's Certificate | $5072 | $4472 |
Graduate/Professional/Graduate and Post Master's Certificate 100% Online | $5072 | $4472 |
| Graduate Physical Therapy | $6900 | $6300 |
| Graduate Nurse Anesthesia | $8122 | $7522 |
| Graduate Executive MBA | $3522 | $2922 |
The following costs are an estimate for the 2019-2020 fall and winter semesters based on full-time enrollment for students living on campus*.
| CLASS STANDING | TUITION1 | BOOKS & SUPPLIES2 | ON CAMPUS ROOM & BOARD3 | *PERSONAL & MISC4 | FALL/ WINTER TOTAL |
| In-State Residents | |||||
| Freshmen/Sophomore | $13346 | $784 | $10806 | $2434 | $27370 |
| Freshmen/Sophomore 100% Online | $13346*** | $784 | $10806 | $2434 | $27370 |
| Community College Partnerships | $8724 | $784 | $10806 | $2434 | $22748 |
Junior/Senior/2nd Degree/Teacher Cert & Grad/Undergrad Preparatory coursework | $14432 | $784 | $10806 | $2434 | $28456 |
Junior/Senior/2nd Degree/Teacher Cert & Grad/Undergrad Preparatory coursework 100% Online | $14432*** | $784 | $10806 | $2434 | $28456 |
Graduate/Professional/Graduate and Post Master's Certificate | $15278 | $620 | $10806 | $2466 | $29170 |
Graduate/Professional/Graduate and Post Master's Certificate 100% Online | $15278*** | $620 | $10806 | $2466 | $29170 |
| Graduate Physical Therapy | $26206 | $1250 | $10806 | $2466 | $40728 |
| Graduate Nurse Anesthesia | $16812** | $302 | $10806 | $8442 | $36362 |
| Graduate Executive MBA | $17400** | $0 | $10806 | $2466 | $30672 |
| Out-of-State Residents | |||||
| Freshmen/Sophomore | $24710 | $784 | $10806 | $3034 | $39334 |
| Freshmen/Sophomore 100% Online | $24710*** | $784 | $10806 | $3034 | $39334 |
| Community College Partnerships | $16056 | $784 | $10806 | $3034 | $30680 |
Junior/Senior/2nd Degree/Teacher Cert & Grad/Undergrad Preparatory coursework | $24728 | $784 | $10806 | $3034 | $39352 |
Junior/Senior/2nd Degree/Teacher Cert & Grad/ Undergrad Preparatory coursework 100% Online | $24728*** | $784 | $10806 | $3034 | $39352 |
Graduate/Professional/Graduate and Post Master's Certificate | $21260 | $620 | $10806 | $3066 | $35752 |
Graduate/Professional/Graduate and Post Master's Certificate 100% Online | $21260*** | $620 | $10806 | $3066 | $35752 |
| Graduate Physical Therapy | $36496 | $1250 | $10806 | $3066 | $51618 |
| Graduate Nurse Anesthesia | $16812** | $302 | $10806 | $9042 | $36962 |
| Graduate Executive MBA | $17400** | $0 | $10806 | $3066 | $31272 |
- Tuition estimate is for full-time enrollment. Tuition is charged per credit hour,**with the exception of tuition for Graduate Nurse Anesthesia and Graduate Executive MBA programs, for which tuition is charged per program. ***View a list of online programs that qualify for in-state tuition here.
- Book and supply expenses vary depending on student's course schedules. Students can purchase books through any book vendor including the Barnes and Noble at Oakland University Bookstore.
- Housing expenses vary depending on living arrangements. The off-campus housing budget is $6876 for fall and winter semesters. For students living at home, the budget is $1500.
- *Personal and miscellaneous expenses can include transportation, clothing, personal hygiene, telephone, meals not covered by a meal contract, Direct Loan fees ($34 for undergraduate students, $66 for graduate students), etc. Direct loan fees are not included for international students. For students living off-campus or at home, the transportation, personal and miscellaneous expenses are as follows:
| CLASS STANDING | Off-Campus | Home with Parents |
| In-State Residents | ||
| Freshmen/Sophomore | $4888 | $4888 |
| Freshmen/Sophomore 100% Online | $4888 | $4888 |
| Community College Partnerships | $4888 | $4888 |
Junior/Senior/2nd Degree/Teacher Cert & Grad/Undergrad Preparatory coursework | $4888 | $4888 |
Junior/Senior/2nd Degree/Teacher Cert & Grad/Undergrad Preparatory coursework 100% Online | $4888 | $4888 |
Graduate/Professional/Graduate and Post Master's Certificate | $4920 | $4920 |
Graduate/Professional/Graduate and Post Master's Certificate 100% Online | $4920 | $4920 |
| Graduate Physical Therapy | $6554 | $6554 |
| Graduate Nurse Anesthesia | $8442 | $8442 |
| Graduate Executive MBA | $3338 | $3338 |
| Freshmen/Sophomore | $5488 | $4888 |
| Freshmen/Sophomore 100% Online | $5488 | $4888 |
| Community College Partnerships | $5488 | $4888 |
Junior/Senior/2nd Degree/Teacher Cert & Grad/Undergrad Preparatory coursework | $5488 | $4888 |
Junior/Senior/2nd Degree/Teacher Cert & Grad/ Undergrad Preparatory coursework 100% Online | $5488 | $4888 |
Graduate/Professional/Graduate and Post Master's Certificate | $5520 | $4920 |
Graduate/Professional/Graduate and Post Master's Certificate 100% Online | $5520 | $4920 |
| Graduate Physical Therapy | $7154 | $6554 |
| Graduate Nurse Anesthesia | $9042 | $8442 |
| Graduate Executive MBA | $3938 | $3338 |
Board Rates
Fitzgerald House, Hamlin Hall, Hill House, Vandenberg Hall, and Van Wagoner House
Academic Year
Double room rate
$10,430 per student for fall 2019 and winter 2020 semesters combined
Single room rate (available only when space permits, in cases of documented need)
$11,350 per student for fall 2019 and winter 2020 semesters combined
Summer
Not available during the summer semester
Hillcrest Hall
Academic Year
Four-person private bedroom suite rate
$11,515 per student for fall 2019 and winter 2020 semesters combined
Summer
Not available during the summer semester
Oak View Hall
Academic Year
Double room rate (freshmen only)
$10,970 per student for fall 2019 and winter 2020 semesters combined
Two-person private-bedroom suite rate (upperclassmen only)
$11,515 per student for fall 2019 and winter 2020 semesters combined
Summer
Double room rate
$3,770 per student for the full summer 2019 semester; price adjusted for those only participating in summer I or summer II session.
Two-person private-bedroom suite rate
$3,945 per student for the full summer 2019 semester; price adjusted for those only participating in summer I or summer II session.
Academic Year
Four-bedroom unit rate
$8,690 per student for fall 2019 and winter 2020 semesters combined
Three-bedroom unit rate
$8,690 per student for fall 2019 and winter 2020 semesters combined
Two-bedroom unit rate
$9,140 per student for fall 2019 and winter 2020 semesters combined
Summer
Not available during the summer 2019 semester due to renovations
Academic Year
Two-bedroom unit rate
$ 8,976 per student for fall 2019 and winter 2020 semesters combined
Summer Semester
Not available during the summer 2019 semester due to renovations
Academic Year
Double-room rate
$ 7,120 per student for fall 2019 and winter 2020 semesters combined
Summer
Not available during the summer semester.
OUWB Full Academic Year
Two-bedroom unit rate
$16,060 per student for the full 2019-20 OUWB academic year.
Meal Plans
Students are permitted a maximum of four meals per day. Students also have declining points (meal dollars) to be used to purchase food at any food facility on campus. Note that one declining balance point equals one meal dollar. Unused declining balance dollars roll over from fall to winter semesters, but Chartwells will retain any declining balance dollars not used by the end of winter semester.
Once a meal plan has been submitted to Chartwells, it cannot be changed during that semester. Residence halls residents will have the opportunity in the fall to select a different meal plan for the winter semester during a designated meal plan change period. This meal plan change period is announced to residents via email in October, and students are expected to submit a completed change form during the designated time frame.
Residence Hall Meal Plans
| Meal Plans | Meals Per Semester (Vandenberg and Hillcrest Dining Centers) | Meal dollars per semester for food purchases elsewhere on campus |
| 280 | 280 | |
| 225 | 335 | |
| 165 | 450 |
Meal Plans
Residents of the student apartments, as well as faculty, staff and students who do not live in University Housing, may purchase a voluntary meal plan, if desired.
Residents may purchase a plan using the My Housing portal if they would like the cost to be added directly to their student account, or through Chartwells Dining Services if they would like to pay with a personal credit card.
Non-residents must purchase their plan through Chartwells Dining Services.
Please note the following details about voluntary meal plans: Unused dollars roll over from fall to winter semester, but must be used by the end of the winter semester. Unused dollars do not roll over from year to year. Voluntary meal plans may not be changed once purchased. Details on available plans may be viewed below.
Declining Balance
With this plan, you can eat at any dining establishment on campus while the cost of each meal is deducted from your remaining balance.
OU offers $250, $500 and $700 plans during fall and winter semesters. Unused dollars roll over from fall to winter semester, but must be used by the end of the winter semester. Unused dollars do not roll over from year to year. Chartwells will retain any declining balance dollars not used by the end of the semester.
Block Meal Plans
This plan allows you to eat a certain number of meals at the Vandenberg and Hillcrest Dining Dining Halls during any given semester.
8 Meal Block Cost: $67.23
15 Meal Block Cost: $121.24
35 Meal Block Cost: $266.71
50 Meal Block Cost: $358.37
75 Meal Block Cost: $510.35
Block Meal + Declining Balance Plans
This is a combination plan that offers you a certain number of meals at the Vandenberg Dining Center. You also have declining balance points (meal dollars) to be used to purchase food at any food facility on campus. Note that one declining balance point equals one meal dollar. Under this plan, the number of meals remaining carry over from week to week until the end of the semester. There are three plans you may choose from, and you will find them described below. Unused dollars roll over from fall to winter semester, but must be used by the end of the winter semester. Unused dollars do not roll over from year to year. Chartwells will retain any declining balance dollars not used by the end of the winter semester. Each of the three plans costs $1,575.
| Meal Plans | Meals Per Semester (Vandenberg Dining Center) | Meal dollars per semester for food purchases elsewhere on campus |
| 280 | 280 | |
| 225 | 335 | |
| 165 | 450 |
- Summer Session I Meal Plan: $632.50
- Summer Session II Meal Plan: $632.50
- Summer Session I and II Meal Plan: $1265.00
Each time you make a purchase using GrizzCash, the amount spent is subtracted from your balance. GrizzCash carries over each semester. Additional GrizzCash can be added to your account at any time.
Residents, commuting students, faculty, and staff members may also purchase one or more plans through Chartwells at any point during the semester. Meal plans purchased through Chartwell's must be paid with a personal credit card.
Calculator
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- Financial income
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Disclaimer: The estimate provided using this net price calculator does not represent a final determination, or actual award of financial assistance. The cost of attendance and financial aid availability may change. This estimate shall not be binding on the Secretary of Education, Oakland University or the State of Michigan. Students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in order to be eligible for, and receive an actual financial aid award that includes federal grants, institutional grants, and loans. The information and results will not be recorded or stored.
Estimator
This tool is for current students.
OU's cost calculator provides you with an estimate of your direct charges from Oakland University for tuition and on-campus housing (if applicable). The calculator does not include all expenses included in your estimated financial aid Cost of Attendance.
Click the button below, and answer each item to receive an estimate of your cost for tuition and housing for each semester individually or for a full school year.
