Cost of Attendance
The charts below represent average costs for the academic year, or what is often referred to as the estimated Cost Of Attendance (COA). Cost of Attendance includes both direct expenses that you will pay the school such as tuition and on-campus housing, if applicable, as well as indirect expenses such as books, transportation, off-campus housing and food, and personal miscellaneous expenses - you will not pay the school for these expenses. The tuition estimate in the COA is based on full-time credits per semester for undergraduate students (12+) and graduate students (8+). Total financial aid and other financial assistance cannot exceed Cost of Attendance.
2026-2027 Cost of Attendance
For students studying to earn a bachelor’s degree with a freshman or sophomore standing, including those in 100% online programs at this level. A freshman is a student who has earned and/or transferred 27 or fewer credits, a sophomore is a student who has earned and/or transferred 28-55 credits.
Living in On-Campus Housing
| Expense | In-State Residency (MI Resident) | Out-of-State Residency |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Charges | $16,772 | $23,867 |
| Living Expenses, Food, and On-Campus Housing | $13,326 | $13,326 |
| Direct Costs (Billable OU Charges) | $30,098 | $37,193 |
| Books, Course Materials, Supplies and Equipment | $700 | $700 |
| Personal Miscellaneous Expenses | $3,320 | $3,320 |
| Transportation | $1,216 | $1,816 |
| Direct Loan Fees | $68 | $68 |
| Professional Licensure, Certification, Credential | $0 | $0 |
| Indirect Costs (Non-billable expenses) | $5,304 | $5,904 |
| Total Fall/Winter Cost of Attendance | $35,402 | $43,097 |
Living Off Campus at Home with Parents
| Expense | In-State Residency (MI Resident) | Out-of-State Residency |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Charges | $16,772 | $23,867 |
| Direct Costs (Billable OU Charges) | $16,772 | $23,867 |
| Living Expenses, Food, and with Parents Housing | $2,544 | $2,544 |
| Books, Course Materials, Supplies and Equipment | $700 | $700 |
| Personal Miscellaneous Expenses | $3,320 | $3,320 |
| Transportation | $4,524 | $4,524 |
| Direct Loan Fees | $68 | $68 |
| Professional Licensure, Certification, Credential | $0 | $0 |
| Indirect Costs (Non-billable expenses) | $11,156 | $11,156 |
| Total Fall/Winter Cost of Attendance | $27,928 | $35,023 |
Living Off-Campus
| Expense | In-State Residency (MI Resident) | Out-of-State Residency |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Charges | $16,772 | $23,867 |
| Direct Costs (Billable OU Charges) | $16,772 | $23,867 |
| Living Expenses, Food, and Off-Campus Housing | $9,772 | $9,772 |
| Books, Course Materials, Supplies and Equipment | $700 | $700 |
| Personal Miscellaneous Expenses | $3,320 | $3,320 |
| Transportation | $4,524 | $5,124 |
| Direct Loan Fees | $68 | $68 |
| Professional Licensure, Certification, Credential | $0 | $0 |
| Indirect Costs (Non-billable expenses) | $18,384 | $18,984 |
| Total Fall/Winter Cost of Attendance | $35,156 | $42,851 |
For students studying to earn a bachelor’s degree with junior or senior class standing, a second bachelor’s degree, teacher certifications, undergraduate preparatory coursework, including those in 100% online programs at this level. A junior is a student who has earned and/or transferred 56-90 credits, a senior is a student who has earned and/or transferred 91 or more credits.
Living in On-Campus Housing
| Expense | In-State Residency (MI Resident) | Out-of-State Residency |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Charges | $18,724 | $24,563 |
| Living Expenses, Food and On-Campus Housing | $13,326 | $13,326 |
| Direct Costs (Billable OU Charges) | $32,050 | $37,889 |
| Books, Course Materials, Supplies and Equipment | $700 | $700 |
| Personal Miscellaneous Expenses | $3,320 | $3,320 |
| Transportation | $1,216 | $1,816 |
| Direct Loan Fees | $68 | $68 |
| Professional Licensure, Certification, Credential | $0 | $0 |
| Indirect Costs (Non-billable expenses) | $5,304 | $5,904 |
| Total Fall/Winter Cost of Attendance | $37,354 | $43,793 |
Living Off Campus at Home with Parents
| Expense | In-State Residency (MI Resident) | Out-of-State Residency |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Charges | $18,724 | $24,563 |
| Direct Costs (Billable OU Charges) | $18,724 | $24,563 |
| Living Expenses, Food, and with Parents Housing | $2,544 | $2,544 |
| Books, Course Materials, Supplies and Equipment | $700 | $700 |
| Personal Miscellaneous Expenses | $3,320 | $3,320 |
| Transportation | $4,524 | $4,524 |
| Direct Loan Fees | $68 | $68 |
| Professional Licensure, Certification, Credential | $0 | $0 |
| Indirect Costs (Non-billable expenses) | $11,156 | $11,156 |
| Total Fall/Winter Cost of Attendance | $29,880 | $35,719 |
Living Off-Campus
| Expense | In-State Residency (MI Resident) | Out-of-State Residency |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Charges | $18,724 | $24,563 |
| Direct Costs (Billable OU Charges) | $18,724 | $24,563 |
| Living Expenses (off campus food and housing) | $9,772 | $9,772 |
| Books, Course Materials, Supplies and Equipment | $700 | $700 |
| Personal Miscellaneous Expenses | $3,320 | $3,320 |
| Transportation | $4,524 | $5,124 |
| Direct Loan Fees | $68 | $68 |
| Professional Licensure, Certification, Credential | $0 | $0 |
| Indirect Costs (Non-billable expenses) | $18,384 | $18,984 |
| Total Fall/Winter Cost of Attendance | $37,108 | $43,547 |
For students studying in the RN to BSN program. These students have already earned their credentials to be a registered nurse and are working toward a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing degree.
Living in On-Campus Housing
| Expense | In-State Residency (MI Resident) | Out-of-State Residency |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Charges | $9,995 | $9,995 |
| Living Expenses (on-campus food and housing) | $13,326 | $13,326 |
| Direct Costs (Billable OU Charges) | $23,321 | $23,321 |
| Books, Course Materials, Supplies and Equipment | $700 | $700 |
| Personal Miscellaneous Expenses | $3,320 | $3,320 |
| Transportation | $1,216 | $1,816 |
| Direct Loan Fees | $68 | $68 |
| Professional Licensure, Certification, Credential | $0 | $0 |
| Indirect Costs (Non-billable expenses) | $5,304 | $5,904 |
| Total Fall/Winter Cost of Attendance | $28,625 | $29,225 |
Living Off Campus at Home with Parents
| Expense | In-State Residency (MI Resident) | Out-of-State Residency |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Charges | $9,995 | $9,995 |
| Direct Costs (Billable OU Charges) | $9,995 | $9,995 |
| Living Expenses (with parents food and housing) | $2,544 | $2,544 |
| Books, Course Materials, Supplies and Equipment | $700 | $700 |
| Personal Miscellaneous Expenses | $3,320 | $3,320 |
| Transportation | $4,524 | $4,524 |
| Direct Loan Fees | $68 | $68 |
| Professional Licensure, Certification, Credential | $0 | $0 |
| Indirect Costs (Non-billable expenses) | $11,156 | $11,156 |
| Total Fall/Winter Cost of Attendance | $21,151 | $21,151 |
Living Off-Campus
| Expense | In-State Residency (MI Resident) | Out-of-State Residency |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Charges | $9,995 | $9,995 |
| Direct Costs (Billable OU Charges) | $9,995 | $9,995 |
| Living Expenses (off campus food and housing) | $9,772 | $9,772 |
| Books, Course Materials, Supplies and Equipment | $700 | $700 |
| Personal Miscellaneous Expenses | $3,320 | $3,320 |
| Transportation | $4,524 | $5,124 |
| Direct Loan Fees | $68 | $68 |
| Professional Licensure, Certification, Credential | $0 | $0 |
| Indirect Costs (Non-billable expenses) | $18,384 | $18,984 |
| Total Fall/Winter Cost of Attendance | $28,379 | $28,979 |
For students studying to earn a Master’s degree, professional Master’s, and post-Master’s certificate, including those in a 100% online program at this level. These students have already earned their credentials to be a registered nurse and are working toward a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing degree.
Living in On-Campus Housing
| Expense | In-State Residency (MI Resident) | Out-of-State Residency |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Charges | $19,972 | $22,428 |
| Living Expenses (on-campus food and housing) | $13,326 | $13,326 |
| Direct Costs (Billable OU Charges) | $33,298 | $35,754 |
| Books, Course Materials, Supplies and Equipment | $630 | $630 |
| Personal Miscellaneous Expenses | $3,320 | $3,320 |
| Transportation | $1,216 | $1,816 |
| Direct Loan Fees | $160 | $160 |
| Professional Licensure, Certification, Credential | $0 | $0 |
| Indirect Costs (Non-billable expenses) | $5,326 | $5,926 |
| Total Fall/Winter Cost of Attendance | $38,624 | $41,680 |
Living Off Campus at Home with Parents
| Expense | In-State Residency (MI Resident) | Out-of-State Residency |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Charges | $19,972 | $22,428 |
| Direct Costs (Billable OU Charges) | $19,972 | $22,428 |
| Living Expenses (with parents food and housing) | $2,544 | $2,544 |
| Books, Course Materials, Supplies and Equipment | $630 | $630 |
| Personal Miscellaneous Expenses | $3,320 | $3,320 |
| Transportation | $4,524 | $4,524 |
| Direct Loan Fees | $160 | $160 |
| Professional Licensure, Certification, Credential | $0 | $0 |
| Indirect Costs (Non-billable expenses) | $11,178 | $11,178 |
| Total Fall/Winter Cost of Attendance | $31,150 | $33,606 |
Living Off-Campus
| Expense | In-State Residency (MI Resident) | Out-of-State Residency |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Charges | $19,972 | $22,428 |
| Direct Costs (Billable OU Charges) | $19,972 | $22,428 |
| Living Expenses (off campus food and housing) | $9,772 | $9,772 |
| Books, Course Materials, Supplies and Equipment | $630 | $630 |
| Personal Miscellaneous Expenses | $3,320 | $3,320 |
| Transportation | $4,524 | $5,124 |
| Direct Loan Fees | $160 | $160 |
| Professional Licensure, Certification, Credential | $0 | $0 |
| Indirect Costs (Non-billable expenses) | $18,406 | $19,006 |
| Total Fall/Winter Cost of Attendance | $38,378 | $41,434 |
For students studying to earn a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree.
Living in On-Campus Housing
| Expense | In-State Residency (MI Resident) | Out-of-State Residency |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Charges | $33,990 | $38,488 |
| Living Expenses (on-campus food and housing) | $13,326 | $13,326 |
| Direct Costs (Billable OU Charges) | $47,316 | $51,814 |
| Books, Course Materials, Supplies and Equipment | $1,470 | $1,470 |
| Personal Miscellaneous Expenses | $3,320 | $3,20 |
| Transportation | $1,216 | $1,816 |
| Direct Loan Fees | $160 | $160 |
| Professional Licensure, Certification, Credential | $0 | $0 |
| Indirect Costs (Non-billable expenses) | $6,166 | $6,66 |
| Total Fall/Winter Cost of Attendance | $53,482 | $58,580 |
Living Off Campus at Home with Parents
| Expense | In-State Residency (MI Resident) | Out-of-State Residency |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Charges | $33,990 | $38,488 |
| Direct Costs (Billable OU Charges) | $33,990 | $38,488 |
| Living Expenses (with parents food and housing) | $2,544 | $2,544 |
| Books, Course Materials, Supplies and Equipment | $1,470 | $1,470 |
| Personal Miscellaneous Expenses | $3,320 | $3,320 |
| Transportation | $5,600 | $5,600 |
| Direct Loan Fees | $160 | $160 |
| Professional Licensure, Certification, Credential | $0 | $0 |
| Indirect Costs (Non-billable expenses) | $13,094 | $13,094 |
| Total Fall/Winter Cost of Attendance | $47,084 | $51,582 |
Living Off-Campus
| Expense | In-State Residency (MI Resident) | Out-of-State Residency |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Charges | $33,990 | $38,488 |
| Direct Costs (Billable OU Charges) | $33,990 | $38,488 |
| Living Expenses (off campus food and housing) | $9,772 | $9,772 |
| Books, Course Materials, Supplies and Equipment | $1,470 | $1,470 |
| Personal Miscellaneous Expenses | $3,320 | $3,320 |
| Transportation | $5,600 | $6,200 |
| Direct Loan Fees | $160 | $160 |
| Professional Licensure, Certification, Credential | $0 | $0 |
| Indirect Costs (Non-billable expenses) | $20,322 | $20,922 |
| Total Fall/Winter Cost of Attendance | $54,312 | $59,410 |
For students studying to earn a Doctor of Nurse Practice in Nurse Anesthesia degree.
Living in On-Campus Housing
| Expense | In-State Residency (MI Resident) | Out-of-State Residency |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Charges | $22,764 | $38,488 |
| Living Expenses (on-campus food and housing) | $13,326 | $13,326 |
| Direct Costs (Billable OU Charges) | $36,090 | $51,814 |
| Books, Course Materials, Supplies and Equipment | $764 | $1,470 |
| Personal Miscellaneous Expenses | $6,654 | $3,320 |
| Transportation | $5,360 | $1,816 |
| Direct Loan Fees | $160 | $160 |
| Professional Licensure, Certification, Credential | $0 | $0 |
| Indirect Costs (Non-billable expenses) | $12,938 | $6,766 |
| Total Fall/Winter Cost of Attendance | $49,028 | $58,580 |
Living Off Campus at Home with Parents
| Expense | In-State Residency (MI Resident) | Out-of-State Residency |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Charges | $22,764 | $22,764 |
| Direct Costs (Billable OU Charges) | $22,764 | $22,764 |
| Living Expenses (with parents food and housing) | $2,544 | $2,544 |
| Books, Course Materials, Supplies and Equipment | $764 | $764 |
| Personal Miscellaneous Expenses | $6,654 | $6,654 |
| Transportation | $5,360 | $5600 |
| Direct Loan Fees | $160 | $160 |
| Professional Licensure, Certification, Credential | $0 | $0 |
| Indirect Costs (Non-billable expenses) | $15,482 | $15,722 |
| Total Fall/Winter Cost of Attendance | $38,246 | $38,486 |
Living Off-Campus
| Expense | In-State Residency (MI Resident) | Out-of-State Residency |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Charges | $22,764 | $22,764 |
| Direct Costs (Billable OU Charges) | $22,764 | $22,764 |
| Living Expenses (off campus food and housing) | $9,772 | $9,772 |
| Books, Course Materials, Supplies and Equipment | $764 | $764 |
| Personal Miscellaneous Expenses | $6,654 | $6,654 |
| Transportation | $5,360 | $6,200 |
| Direct Loan Fees | $160 | $160 |
| Professional Licensure, Certification, Credential | $0 | $0 |
| Indirect Costs (Non-billable expenses) | $22,710 | $23,550 |
| Total Fall/Winter Cost of Attendance | $45,474 | $46,314 |
For students studying to earn a Master of Physician Assistant Science degree (one semester charges).
Living in On-Campus Housing
| Expense | In-State Residency (MI Resident) | Out-of-State Residency |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Charges | $29,285 | $32,714 |
| Living Expenses (on-campus food and housing) | $13,326 | $13,326 |
| Direct Costs (Billable OU Charges) | $42,611 | $46,040 |
| Books, Course Materials, Supplies and Equipment | $1,250 | $1,250 |
| Personal Miscellaneous Expenses | $3,320 | $3,320 |
| Transportation | $1,216 | $1,816 |
| Direct Loan Fees | $160 | $160 |
| Professional Licensure, Certification, Credential | $0 | $0 |
| Indirect Costs (Non-billable expenses) | $5,946 | $6,546 |
| Total Fall/Winter Cost of Attendance | $48,557 | $52,586 |
Living Off Campus at Home with Parents
| Expense | In-State Residency (MI Resident) | Out-of-State Residency |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Charges | $29,285 | $32,714 |
| Direct Costs (Billable OU Charges) | $29,285 | $32,714 |
| Living Expenses (with parents food and housing) | $2,544 | $2,544 |
| Books, Course Materials, Supplies and Equipment | $1,250 | $1,250 |
| Personal Miscellaneous Expenses | $3,320 | $3,320 |
| Transportation | $4,524 | $4,524 |
| Direct Loan Fees | $160 | $160 |
| Professional Licensure, Certification, Credential | $0 | $0 |
| Indirect Costs (Non-billable expenses) | $11,798 | $11,798 |
| Total Fall/Winter Cost of Attendance | $41,083 | $44,512 |
Living Off-Campus
| Expense | In-State Residency (MI Resident) | Out-of-State Residency |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Charges | $29,285 | $32,714 |
| Direct Costs (Billable OU Charges) | $29,285 | $32,714 |
| Living Expenses (off campus food and housing) | $9,772 | $9,772 |
| Books, Course Materials, Supplies and Equipment | $1,250 | $1,250 |
| Personal Miscellaneous Expenses | $3,320 | $3,320 |
| Transportation | $4,524 | $5,124 |
| Direct Loan Fees | $160 | $160 |
| Professional Licensure, Certification, Credential | $0 | $0 |
| Indirect Costs (Non-billable expenses) | $19,026 | $19,626 |
| Total Fall/Winter Cost of Attendance | $48,311 | $52,340 |
For students studying to earn an Executive Master’s of Business Administration degree.
Living in On-Campus Housing
| Expense | In-State Residency (MI Resident) | Out-of-State Residency |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Charges | $22,000 | $22,000 |
| Living Expenses (on-campus food and housing) | $13,326 | $13,326 |
| Direct Costs (Billable OU Charges) | $35,326 | $35,326 |
| Books, Course Materials, Supplies and Equipment | $0 | $0 |
| Personal Miscellaneous Expenses | $3,320 | $3,320 |
| Transportation | $1,216 | $1,816 |
| Direct Loan Fees | $160 | $160 |
| Professional Licensure, Certification, Credential | $0 | $0 |
| Indirect Costs (Non-billable expenses) | $4,696 | $5,296 |
| Total Fall/Winter Cost of Attendance | $40,022 | $40,622 |
Living Off Campus at Home with Parents
| Expense | In-State Residency (MI Resident) | Out-of-State Residency |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Charges | $22,000 | $22,000 |
| Direct Costs (Billable OU Charges) | $22,000 | $22,000 |
| Living Expenses (with parents food and housing) | $2,544 | $2,544 |
| Books, Course Materials, Supplies and Equipment | $0 | $0 |
| Personal Miscellaneous Expenses | $3,320 | $3,320 |
| Transportation | $1,750 | $1,750 |
| Direct Loan Fees | $160 | $160 |
| Professional Licensure, Certification, Credential | $0 | $0 |
| Indirect Costs (Non-billable expenses) | $7,774 | $7,774 |
| Total Fall/Winter Cost of Attendance | $29,774 | $29,774 |
Living Off-Campus
| Expense | In-State Residency (MI Resident) | Out-of-State Residency |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Charges | $22,000 | $22,000 |
| Direct Costs (Billable OU Charges) | $22,000 | $22,000 |
| Living Expenses (off campus food and housing) | $9,772 | $9,772 |
| Books, Course Materials, Supplies and Equipment | $0 | $0 |
| Personal Miscellaneous Expenses | $3,320 | $3,320 |
| Transportation | $1,750 | $2,350 |
| Direct Loan Fees | $160 | $160 |
| Professional Licensure, Certification, Credential | $0 | $0 |
| Indirect Costs (Non-billable expenses) | $15,002 | $15,602 |
| Total Fall/Winter Cost of Attendance | $37,002 | $37,602 |
Tuition is charged per credit hour, with the exception of the Physician Assistant program, Graduate Nurse Anesthesia, and Graduate Executive MBA programs, for which tuition is charged per program.
Living expenses include both an amount for housing and food, calculated at three meals per day. Books, Course Materials, Supplies, and Equipment vary depending on student course schedules. Students can purchase books through any book vendor, including the eCampus at Oakland University's University Gear Shop. Personal Miscellaneous Expenses includes amounts for clothing, personal hygiene, healthcare, and personal communications. Transportation reflects travel to and from school, home and/or work.
$248/semester will be added to a student's Cost of Attendance for approved Parent PLUS loans and $279/semester for approved Graduate PLUS loans. Doctor of Nursing Practice will have $1,100 added when students are in the NRS 8504 course.
Oakland University does not allow students to live with dependents on campus and therefore does not have a cost of attendance to reflect this family living structure. Students living in on-base military housing or in housing for which the military provides a basic allowance for housing will have the housing portion, not food, removed from their Cost of Attendance.
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