We are delighted that you have chosen Oakwood University (OU) as the place to complete college your education. You will find OU a great place to enhance your walk with Christ. In addition, you will learn professional skills that will develop you academically and professionally. Whether you have chosen, Allied Health, Health and Physical Education, Nutrition and Dietetics, or Nursing, you have decided to enter a profession that mimics the life of Christ by serving others. Get ready! You are entering professional school!
As you enter to learn, you are beginning a professional program that will require discipline, fortitude, perseverance, and the faith that you will be successful. We expect great things from you and anticipate your continued professional progress! Again, Welcome!!
– Dr. James Mbyirukira
Accreditation Status with ACEN
Effective October 18, 2023, Oakwood University Nursing program is a candidate for initial accreditation by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. This candidacy status expires on October 18, 2025.
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 975-5000
http://www.acenursing.com/candidates/candidacy.asp
Approval Status with The Alabama Board of Nursing
As required by the Alabama Board of Nursing, Oakwood University Nursing Department as of July 20, 2023 the Alabama Board of Nursing issued a Notice of Correction and confirmed the Oakwood University program to be currently APPROVED. Our average NCLEX pass rate for the Class of 2022 is 91.7; and the class of 2023 is at 100%.
OUR DEPARTMENTS
The school provides Christ-centered education for future healthcare professionals that promotes excellence in character, achievement of professional goals, leadership and service to a multicultural community.
SCHOOL NEWS
International Town Hall Meeting – March 17, 2024
On behalf of Dr. Leslie Pollard, the Administrators, and the Oakwood University Faculty and Staff, we would like to say thank you to everyone who joined us for our International Town Hall Meeting on Sunday, March 17th. We appreciate the chance to share our latest...
Statement from the Oakwood Board of Trustees: President Leslie Pollard
Oakwood Names a New VP of ESR
Dr. Leslie Pollard, President of Oakwood University, is pleased to announce the appointment of Elder Robert Edwards as the Vice President for Enrollment Services and Retention. Elder Robert Edwards is a minister and leader with over 40 years of service to the...
Oakwood Names a New VP of University Advancement
Dr. Leslie Pollard, President of Oakwood University, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mrs. Ava Willis-Barksdale as the Vice President of University Advancement.