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ACCEPTANCE RATE

64.73%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

100%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

11:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

6

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$7,949

Average 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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Organizational and Nonprofit Management Degree

The organizational and non-profit management program at Oakwood University prepares the student to be an effective leader in the non-profit sector. The program focuses on managing the business affairs of non-profit corporations, including foundations, educational institutions, associations, and other such organizations, and public agencies and governmental operations. Program courses include: business management, principles of public administration, principles of accounting and financial management, human resources management, taxation of non-profit organizations, and business law as applied to non-profit organizations. Get more details below including other Alabama colleges that offer organizational and nonprofit management 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 Organizational and Nonprofit Management Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Oakwood University offers a bachelor's degree program in organizational and nonprofit management.

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male5
Female11

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
American Indian1
Black13
Unknown2

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 Organizational and Nonprofit Management program at Oakwood University, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:

Social and Community Service Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of a social service program or community outreach organization. Oversee the program or organization's budget and policies regarding participant involvement, program requirements, and benefits. Work may involve directing social workers, counselors, or probation officers.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, social and community service managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.5% from 2014 to 2024

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, regulatory affairs managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 3.9% 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
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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