Oakland City University
Oakland City, IN · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's degrees · Rural
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About Oakland City University
Oakland City University (OCU) was a private university affiliated with the General Baptist Church and located in Oakland City, Indiana, United States. It was the only General Baptist Church-affiliated college or university in the United States. Founded in 1885, it has slowly grown to a total enrollment of about 640 (in Fall 2024). The university announced layoffs for over 100 employees and the suspension of all undergraduate programs on May 19, 2026. In addition to the institution's Oakland City main campus, the university previously operated satellite campuses in Evansville, Indianapolis, Rockport and Bedford. These sites offered courses at an accelerated pace and condensed format. The Bedford campus was housed in the former headquarters of the Indiana Limestone Company until it was moved to the StoneGate Arts & Education Center in 2018 and later closed. The Evansville site closed in 2025.
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83%
Acceptance
$15,210
Net price
499
Enrollment
66%
Grad rate
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Graduation & retention rates
Value
Earnings vs. cost of attendance
Career Outcomes
Graduate earnings after 10 years
Affordability
Average net price after aid
Selectivity
How hard it is to get in
Diversity
Racial & ethnic balance of students
Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).
Admissions
83%
Acceptance rate
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SAT average
19
ACT midpoint
Cost & Financial Aid
$15,210
Average net price
$27,900
In-state tuition
$27,900
Out-of-state tuition
$11,600
Room & board
$1,000
Books & supplies
$42,441
Total cost of attendance
41%
Students receiving Pell grants
42%
Students with federal loans
$16,758
Median student debt
Average net price by family income
Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.
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After Graduation
$43,283
Median earnings (10 yrs)
$43,190
Median earnings (6 yrs)
66%
Graduation rate
78%
Retention rate
69%
Earn more than a HS grad
$8,592
Instructional spend / student
Student Body
499
Total enrollment
2%
Part-time
26
Avg. age at entry
44%
First-generation
Gender balance
Race & ethnicity
Oakland City University FAQ
Is Oakland City University a public or private school?
Oakland City University is a private nonprofit institution located in Oakland City, IN.
What is the acceptance rate at Oakland City University?
Oakland City University has an acceptance rate of 83%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
How much does Oakland City University cost?
The average annual net price at Oakland City University is $15,210 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $27,900.
What is the graduation rate at Oakland City University?
About 66% of students at Oakland City University complete their degree, according to federal completion data.
How much do Oakland City University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Oakland City University students earn a median of $43,283 per year.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Oakland City University?
Admitted students at Oakland City University have an ACT midpoint of 19. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.
How many students attend Oakland City University?
Oakland City University enrolls about 499 students.
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