International students wishing to apply for an F-1 or J-1 student visa to attend Oakland University should submit application materials by the program AND international student deadlines. These deadlines may be different and international students should follow the earliest of the two deadlines.
General International Deadline Dates
| Fall Semester (September) |
May 1 |
| Winter Semester (January) |
September 1 |
Important Note: If the program to which you wish to apply is earlier than the above deadlines, you must submit all application materials by the program deadline.
View all general admission terms and application deadlines.
Estimated Tuition and Living Expenses
Graduate programs at Oakland University normally require at least two calendar years for completion. At the present time, it is estimated that an unmarried international student’s tuition, living expenses, and health insurance for one academic year will total at least 33,085 U.S. dollars (USD). This total does not include living expenses for the periods when on-campus housing is closed, for any family members who will accompany the student, nor all round-trip transportation expenses between the student’s home country and Oakland University. The breakdown of these expenses in USD is as follows for each academic year:
| Descriptions |
Grad, MA, MS, PhD |
MBA, MACC & MSITM |
Physical Therapy |
| Tuition (out-of-state)
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$16,433 |
$18,363 |
$33,983 |
| Living Expenses |
$12,829 |
$12,829 |
$12,829 |
| School Supplies & Misc |
$2,375 |
$2,375 |
$2,375 |
| Medical Insurance |
$1,448 |
$1,448 |
$1,448 |
| TOTAL |
$33,085 |
$35,015 |
$50,635 |
The above fees and expenses are effective for the 2012-13 academic year (July 1, 2012–June 30, 2013). Tuition and expenses are based on an eight credit schedule for graduate students and a nine credit schedule for MBA (per semester). To estimate expenses for an academic year beyond 2012-13, add an additional 10 percent of the total in order to cover anticipated increases. All fees and expenses are subject to change at the discretion of Oakland University.
Dependents
Add 6,500 USD (including insurance) per year for the first dependent and 3,400 USD per year for each additional dependent who will accompany you. (A dependent is a spouse of any age or a child 20 years of age or younger.)
Special Note: Tuition shown above is subject to change at the
discretion of the university.
English language proficiency
International applicants, other visa holders, permanent residents, and exchange students whose native language is not English must submit the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language / Internet Based Test) as proof of English language proficiency. The TOEFL is administered worldwide by Educational Testing Service (ETS).
The TOEFL scores must be two years old or less at the time of the applicant’s intended enrollment at Oakland University.
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TOEFL (Paper): 550
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TOEFL (Computer): 213
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TOEFL (Internet): 79
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IELTS: 6.5
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MELAB: 77
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24 transferable credits, excluding ESL course work from a U.S. community college or baccalaureate institution
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baccalaureate or master’s degree from a regionally accredited U.S. college/university
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one year of study at and a diploma from a U.S. high school
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Some programs at Oakland University may require a higher level of proficiency than listed above. Applicants should examine the program description for their field of study for information about additional English proficiency requirements and furnish proof as part of the admission process.
View the full English Language Proficiency policy in the graduate catalog.
Visit the English as a Second Language Center.
Students interested in transferring from
a graduate program at another institution
to Oakland University must complete the online Application for Admission and meet the same admission requirements as any other
graduate applicant.
Upon admission, previous graduate
coursework will be evaluated by a faculty adviser to determine
transfer to Oakland University. A maximum of nine credits may
transfer to the OU graduate program. Students should be familiar with
the Course Content and Course Waiver Substitution policy and consult with their faculty adviser.
International applicants already studying in U.S.
International applicants who are presently in the United States on a student status may be required to provide a statement from the International Student Adviser at their current institution. International
students who do not enroll during their indicated semester of
admission must submit an application to update at least eight weeks
prior to the start of the term (fall or winter) in which they wish to
enroll.
To learn more about transferring credit, visit the Graduate Admission Policy in the graduate catalog.
Resources for Prospective and Current International Students
| Campus Resources |
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International Students and Scholars
The International Students and Scholars Office is committed to building
an international campus through service, support and advocacy to nurture
global citizenship and multicultural appreciation.
International Village
The International Village offers students an opportunity to learn about
and explore other cultures in a dynamic, engaging environment.
English as a Second Language Center
The ESL Center offers an intensive
program to improve students' skills in English and to help each student
reach his or her English language proficiency goals.
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| Off Campus Resources |
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Educational Credential Evaluators
GRE - Graduate Record Examination
MELAB - Michigan English Language Assessment Battery
NACES - National Association of Credential Evaluation Services
TOEFL - Test of English as a Foreign Language
World Educational Services
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