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Oakland University Men's Swimming and Diving

Oakland University (Oakland U) · Rochester Hills, Michigan · Public university

Acceptance rate88%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate58%finish within six years
Undergraduates15,768Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty17 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Oakland University Men's Swimming and Diving coaches

Coaches at Oakland University who recruit Men's Swimming and Diving, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Oakland University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Horizon League
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
goldengrizzlies.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 1030–1230

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Popular majors

AccountingActingActuarial ScienceAnatomyAnthropology, GeneralArt History, Criticism and ConservationBiochemistry
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
17 : 1
Graduation rate
58% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

In-state tuitionFor Michigan residents$17,167
Out-of-state tuition$24,735
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$12,208
Campus

Where it is

Oakland University in Rochester Hills.

Location
Rochester Hills, Michigan
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
oakland.edu
Overview

About Oakland University Men's Swimming and Diving

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Mitch Alters, the Head Coach, leads the Oakland University Men's Swimming and Diving staff of 7 coaches. Oakland University (Oakland U) competes in NCAA Division I Men's Swimming and Diving as a member of the Horizon League. Oakland University is a large public school in Rochester Hills, Michigan with 15,768 undergraduates, a 88% acceptance rate and an average net price of $12,208 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Oakland University Men's Swimming and Diving

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Mitch Alters, the Head Coach and Molly Hebzynski, the Associate Head Coach. Oakland University has 7 coaches for Men's Swimming and Diving, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your best times in your events, or your dive list and scores in the subject line and first sentences. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
  3. Send your videoInclude links to your verified times on SwimCloud, with the link near the top so Mitch can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Oakland University typically score 1030–1230 on the SAT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Oakland University staff after a week, and again after your next meet with updated results.
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Questions

Oakland University Men's Swimming and Diving FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is Oakland University D1?

Yes. Oakland University competes in NCAA Division I Men's Swimming and Diving, in the Horizon League.

Is Oakland University public or private?

Oakland University is a public school in Rochester Hills, Michigan.

What conference is Oakland University Men's Swimming and Diving in?

The Horizon League.

Does Oakland University offer athletic scholarships for Men's Swimming and Diving?

Oakland University competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does Oakland University Men's Swimming and Diving have?

7 coaches, led by Mitch Alters, the Head Coach.

How much does Oakland University cost?

In-state tuition is $17,167 and out-of-state tuition is $24,735 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $12,208.

What is the Oakland University acceptance rate?

88% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Oakland University?

Admitted students typically score 1030–1230 on the SAT.

How do I contact the Oakland University Men's Swimming and Diving coaches?

Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.

Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.