Contact Information
General Contact
- School Code: 103300
- Phone: (256) 638-0000 x0000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
64.73%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
11:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
6FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$7,949Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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General Studies Degree
The general studies program at Oakwood University prepares students for careers in various professional fields, including education, law, government, health care, real estate, social service, and private industry. The program focuses on individual instruction in the general arts, general science, or unstructured studies. Program courses include: areas of study tailored to the individual to enhance learning in fields of interest. Get more details below including other Alabama colleges that offer general studies degrees.
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Oakwood University
138 Highway 35, Rainsville, AL
Oakwood University is a nonprofit private historically black institution located in Huntsville, Alabama. Most historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were founded after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. The school's Seventh Day Adventists affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's vision. Approximately 1,900 students are enrolled per year at Oakwood University.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Psychology
- Theology And Religious Vocations
The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. An ACT or SAT exam is required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 790 to 1013 for the SAT exam and in a range of 16 to 22 for the ACT exam is typical among students accepted to this school. 44% of those students that apply are admitted to this school, of which 58% choose to attend. Additional information regarding admissions can be found via the school's website or by requesting information here.
Undergraduate tuition is approximately $16,000 for the year, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students should check the school's price of attendance calculator to determine cost. Housing is available for students, which costs around $5,000 each year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
Students may visit the Oakwood University website to get a complete list of areas of study, programs, financial aid details, and more.
Students Enrolled in the General Studies Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Oakwood University offers a bachelor's degree program in general studies.
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 20 |
Female | 22 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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Black | 37 |
Non Resident Alien | 3 |
Unknown | 2 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Students who have completed the General Studies program at Oakwood University, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:Postsecondary Teachers, All Other
Description
All postsecondary teachers not listed separately.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, postsecondary teachers, all other employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.3% from 2014 to 2024
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may provide a better idea of the applicants Oakwood University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Oakwood University may provide services to students including:- Distance learning
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Student employment
- Child care
Intercollegiate Athletics
Oakwood University is a Member of National Small College Athletic Association (NSCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the USCAA classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Basketball
- Soccer
- Volleyball