Marquette, MI · Rochester Hills, MI · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Northern Michigan University | Oakland University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 70.0% | 70.2% |
| In-State Tuition | $13,304 | $14,694 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $18,800 | $23,188 |
| Average Net Price | $17,937 | $15,734 |
| Graduation Rate | 51.0% | 57.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Both are competitive to get into. Northern Michigan University accepts 70.0% of applicants; Oakland University accepts 70.2%. Tuition is close: $13,304 at Northern Michigan University, $14,694 at Oakland University. Northern Michigan University graduates 51% of students in 6 years. Oakland University graduates 57%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Northern Michigan University. It accepts 70.0% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Oakland University, on average. After aid, students pay $15,734/year versus $17,937/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
Oakland University: 57% of students finish in 6 years. Northern Michigan University is at 51%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.