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How strong are the academics at Oakwood University?

Let's cover class sizes, graduation rates, and outcomes.

Class Sizes

Class sizes likely stayed the same for you through high school. You'll find that college is much different. Some of the largest universities have classes that can seat hundreds of students in giant lecture halls. Conversely, as they progress and their focus narrows, higher-level courses can sometimes have just a handful of students.

Honors Programs

Oakwood University has an honors program and/or honors college. Specifics of these programs vary, but benefits of being in an Honors Program might include priority registration, being part of a tight-knit community, and accessing unique learning opportunities.

Learn more about honors options on Oakwood's website.

Outcomes

It’s critical to understand a school’s outcomes to understand if your four (or more) years at the school will be worth it. Here are some key statistics about the outcomes of students who enroll at Oakwood University:

89%
First-year retention rate

Majors

Many students choose a school largely based on the what they want to study. The are Oakwood University's most popular majors, ranked by how many people graduated with the concentration in the most recent year:

General Studies
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Theology/Theological Studies
Psychology, General
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
8.2
11.56
14.92
18.28
21.64
25

The Full List

Major Graduates
Biological And Biomedical Sciences
  • Biology/Biological Sciences, General 24
  • Biomedical Sciences, General 10
  • Biochemistry 6
Business
  • Business Administration and Management, General 7
  • Organizational Behavior Studies 4
  • Marketing/Marketing Management, General 1
  • Accounting 1
  • Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management 0
  • Finance, General 0
  • Management Information Systems, General 0
Communication
  • Speech Communication and Rhetoric 5
  • Broadcast Journalism 2
  • Communication and Media Studies 0
  • Communication, General 0
  • Mass Communication/Media Studies 0
  • Journalism 0
  • Photojournalism 0
  • Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia 0
  • Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication 0
  • Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication 0
  • Public Relations/Image Management 0
Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services
  • Computer Science 6
  • Information Technology 2
  • Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 0
Education
  • Elementary Education and Teaching 6
  • Social Science Teacher Education 2
  • Music Teacher Education 0
  • English/Language Arts Teacher Education 0
  • Mathematics Teacher Education 0
  • Physical Education Teaching and Coaching 0
  • Biology Teacher Education 0
English Language And Literature/Letters
  • English Language and Literature, General 0
  • Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing 0
Family And Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences
  • Human Development and Family Studies, General 0
Foreign Languages
  • Spanish Language and Literature 6
Health Professions And Related Programs
  • Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 11
  • HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS 8
  • Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 8
  • Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 8
  • Dietetics/Dietitian 5
  • Physician Associate/Assistant 4
  • Pre-Occupational Therapy Studies 1
  • Health and Wellness, General 1
  • Pre-Physical Therapy Studies 1
  • Health/Health Care Administration/Management 0
  • Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist 0
  • Occupational Therapy/Therapist 0
  • Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 0
History
  • History, General 0
Liberal Arts And Sciences
  • General Studies 25
Mathematics And Statistics
  • Applied Mathematics, General 1
  • Mathematics, General 0
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
  • MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES 1
  • Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General 1
  • Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General 1
Physical Sciences
  • Chemistry, General 0
Psychology
  • Psychology, General 11
  • Counseling Psychology 0
Public Administration And Social Service Professions
  • Social Work 7
  • Public Policy Analysis, General 1
Social Sciences
  • Political Science and Government, General 5
  • International Relations and Affairs 0
Theology And Religious Vocations
  • Theology/Theological Studies 13
  • Lay Ministry 3
  • Religious Education 0
Visual And Performing Arts
  • Voice and Opera 3
  • Music Theory and Composition 2
  • Digital Arts 2
  • Music, General 2
  • Music Pedagogy 0
  • Keyboard Instruments 0

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