Oakland University's Lowry Center for Early Childhood Education (2026 Profile)

102 Pawley Hall - School Of Education and Human Service
Rochester, MI 48309

Lowry is Oakland University's Child Development Laboratory providing high quality early childhood educational programs for children from 18 months up to 5 years 11 months.

Lowry offers full and half day programs along with part week and full week schedules.

Lowry's full time and substitute teaching staff are required to hold a bachelor's degree in early childhood or elementary education.

Six of twelve full time Lowry teachers hold Master's degrees.

Every Lowry classroom is staffed with one Master's level and one Bachelor's level teacher.

Lowry offers low teacher to child ratios and a play based curriculum focused on the individual developmental needs and interests of the child.

Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Enrollment: 174 students
Yearly Tuition: $8,970
Acceptance rate: 100%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Type

Early Childhood / Day Care

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association for the Education of Young Children
Other school association(s)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Inclusive Setting

Year Founded

1974

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

Campus Size

144 acres

Student Body

Total Students

174 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 19%

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

12 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

15:1

National avg.:

Average Class Size

15 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

come dressed to play

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$8,970

View national tuition avg.

Tuition Notes

Tuition is based on a 39 week five full day (9am to 4pm) per week school year from September to Mid June. Two and three day schedules and half day schedules are also available. Before and after care is also available on an as needed basis from 7:30-9am a

Acceptance Rate

100%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Holly S McFaul

Application URL

School Notes

The ONLY Child Development University Based Preschool in Oakland County.
Bachelor's and Master's Level Teacher in Each Classroom.
Low Teacher to Child Ratios

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Oakland University's Lowry Center for Early Childhood Education cost?

Oakland University's Lowry Center for Early Childhood Education's tuition is approximately $8,970 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Oakland University's Lowry Center for Early Childhood Education?

The acceptance rate of Oakland University's Lowry Center for Early Childhood Education is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 88%.

When is the application deadline for Oakland University's Lowry Center for Early Childhood Education?

The application deadline for Oakland University's Lowry Center for Early Childhood Education is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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