Yeah, Oakland University does provide scholarships based on merit. Here are some of them:
Platinum Presidential Scholar Award Total Worth: Full tuition Eligibility: Full tuition Minimum Criteria: High school GPA: 3.90 or higher ; SAT score: 1450 or higher ; ACT composite score: 33 or higher
Gold Presidential Scholar Award Total Worth: $10,000 per year Eligibility: $10,000 per year Minimum Criteria: High school GPA: 3.90 or higher ; SAT score: 1390-1440 ; ACT composite score: 31-32
Distinguished Scholar Award Total Worth: $6,000 per year Eligibility: $6,000 per year Minimum Criteria: High school GPA: 3.90 or higher ; SAT score: 1260-1380 ; ACT composite score: 27-30 OR High school GPA: 3.80-3.89 ; SAT score: 1260 or higher ; ACT composite score: 27 or higher
Oakland University provides aids at an average of 14475 per student meeting 72% of students need. 98% of students with need receive financial aid at an average of 3885 need-based grant. They also provide other scholarships including Golden Grizzles Tuition Guarantee and Golden Grant.