Oakland University Top Questions

Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

Christian

What's unique about Oakland University is the 7 to 1 girl to guy ratio of students on campus. Now for any prospective student searching for the right school who does not know where to go, this fact alone could be a draw for many guys not just looking for a degree. Being a great school that draws many future female teachers to Oakland's exceptional education and nursing programs, guys will find themselves emersed with attractive females in every classroom. Now I wasn't aware of this fact before i started going there, but it definitely was a plus!

amir

A lot of student run groups/programs. ex) writing club, neurology club. also the anatomy lab use cadavers

Ashley

Oakland is unique because the teachers actually care about helping the students and the class sizes are not too big, which makes it easier to learn and ask questions.

Sonja

While attending Oakland University, there were many food and housing options than most other colleges in the area.

Deanna

I haven't visited many colleges but I can say I don't think they have intermural sports. Our school is also lucky to have the Pistons come practice in our school arena every year.

Melissa

Its close to home

Eryn

The small campus and (relativly) small class sizes make Oakland a particularly cofortable school, where getting help from professors is fairly easy, finding particular locations is pretty straight forward, and the surrounding area feels safe and comfortable as well.

Stacy

I feel at home at Oakland University. From the first time I stepped into the undergraduate advising office, I felt nothing but welcomed. Just as with any school, there are bumps along the way and the meeting of individuals you could have done without, but overall I can say the majority of the faculty and staff want you to enjoy your college experience and truly succeed. Although, this may not seem to be what one would consider to be unique, to me it is , especially in comparison to the other university I attended. I feel at home, that's it.

Shannon

Oakland University is known as a commuter college, meaning that most of the students attending classes drive here daily. Myself and other students become adjusted to driving longer distances, dealing with traffic, and planning out day according to drive time, getting use to what is expected of us when we join the professional work force.

Amy

Oakland University has an inviting atmosphere, it allows you to hang out with friends be your self and still be a successful college student.

Sarah

Its largely a commuter school. A majority of the students work at least part time, live at home with parents, and drive to school on a daily basis.

Anna

Oakland University is a small campus, and there are many good things that come with that. The teachers get to know you more one-on-one in most classes, and that really can help you with your studies. I also like the career advisors that are available. They really know what they're doing and can help you find your interests and pick the major that's right for you.

Megan

My school is unique to other schools because it offers the intimacy of a small classroom setting, yet has the prestige of a large university. Oakland University is one of the most culturally diverse campuses I have ever visited, making my decision to go there an easy one. The professors at Oakland are genuinely enthusiastic for the classes they are teaching, offering many different hands-on activities that really help the students to learn. I have never had a professor in my declared major who didn't teach me something I took outside the classroom.

Pamela

I work here and it is an amazing school with tons of opportunities.

Lindsay

The Rochester area is great. I love living here because I have the opportunity to go out and do a lot of different things. The campus at Oakland University is really nice and we have a great library.

Lauren

Their unique ability to find something useful for every student that is accepted. They make sure that you get your money's worth in education, extracurricular activities, and performances.

Nicole

It's a lot more diverse than I thought that it would be when I first came here. I think that, that makes Oakland University a lot different than many of the other colleges that I applied to.

Rhiannon

It is in a location where it can be accessible for commuter students.

Crystal

I think that Oakland University is different because almost 75{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} of the students commute. Not many universities that I have heard of have that many communters. It also has a wonderful education program and that is that main reason I chose to attend this university.

Amanda

Free parking!

Sarah

what's unique about Oakland university is its diverse setting, and structured classroom settings. From my experience I've had great proffesors that help you retain the information needed for the present. It's quite easy to stay focus on campus also. At many other schools, you always hear about the "party scene", you won't hear that about Oakland University.

Chad

It is conveniently located.

Andrew

It had my degree and also had lacrosse as a sport to play

Melody

The smaller size, and more individual attention from professors.

Scott

The school was built on the Dodge's land. Meadow brook mansion is on campus

Amanda

This school is smaller and has greater emphasis on the arts which is what I needed. All the music classes are much smaller than other classes so the professors know all the students and allthe students know each other which is really beneficial.

Ross

The majority of the facilities are new and very well maintained. It is located in the wealthiest county in the state of Michigan.

Kimberly

The students are very proud of their schools and of others. It seems more like a little community where everyone is helpful and nice than a school.