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Oakland Military Institute College Prep (OMI) is a 100% tuition-free school in Oakland, California serving grades 6-12.

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Success Begins Today

Oakland Military Institute College Prep (OMI) is a 100% tuition-free school in Oakland, California serving grades 6-12.

The OMI Advantage

Success Begins Today

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About OMI

Oakland Military Institute (OMI) is an elite prep school, founded by California Governor Jerry Brown in 2001, with the mission of transcending all barriers to top universities through a rigorous academic program grounded in leadership and structure. With the Governor’s Baccalaureate Diploma Program, students can earn up to two years of college credits and save thousands of dollars in college tuition.

The OMI 
Advantage

• Rigorous academics ensure that graduates are college-ready.

• Governor's Baccalaureate Diploma Program for students to earn high school and college level credits.

• Leadership courses empower students to take charge.

• OMI graduates have attended leading universities including UC Berkeley, UCLA, USC, UC Santa Barbara, Princeton, and more.

Key Enrollment Dates


On Time Application Period Is Open:
November 12, 2024

OMI Grizzly Night:
January 16, 2025
from 4:30–6:30 PM

The Oakland Military Institute was founded by California Governor Jerry Brown in 2001

Under Governor Brown's leadership, OMI has the mission of transcending all barriers to top universities through a rigorous academic program grounded in leadership and structure.

About OMI

Oakland Military Institute (OMI) is an elite prep school, founded by California Governor Jerry Brown in 2001, with the mission of transcending all barriers to top universities through a rigorous academic program grounded in leadership and structure. With the Governor’s Baccalaureate Diploma Program, students can earn up to two years of college credits and save thousands of dollars in college tuition.

Start Here to Enroll Your Child

On time enrollment for the 2025-2026 school year opened on November 12, 2024. Enter your contact information here and we will help you through the enrollment process to give your student the OMI Advantage!
By entering your phone number and selecting to opt in, you consent to join a recurring SMS/MMS text messaging program from Oakland Military Institute (OMI) that will provide alerts and other important information. By participating, you agree to the terms & privacy policy for auto dialed messages to the phone number you provide. Msg&data rates may apply. Reply HELP for help or STOP to opt-out at any time. SMS information is not rented, sold, or shared. View Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions.

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You can visit our website and even sign up for a campus tour.
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The OMI Advantage

  • Rigorous academics ensure that graduates are college-ready.
  • Governor's Baccalaureate Diploma Program for students to earn high school and college level credits.
  • Leadership courses empower students to take charge.
  • OMI graduates have attended leading universities including UC Berkeley, UCLA, USC, UC Santa Barbara, Princeton, and more.

What Our Students Say

"OMI offers a blend of traditional high school courses and Dual Enrollment programs, raising academic standards to lay the groundwork for success in college. Cadets also receive college counseling and one-on-one learning opportunities to maximize their academic potential."

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OMI Class of ‘21
Princeton Class of ‘25

Key Enrollment Dates

On Time Application Period Is Open:
November 12, 2024

OMI Grizzly Night:
January 16, 2025 from 4:30–6:30 PM

The Oakland Military Institute was founded by California Governor Jerry Brown in 2001

Under Governor Brown's leadership, OMI has the mission of transcending all barriers to top universities through a rigorous academic program grounded in leadership and structure.
Governor Jerry Brown with OMI students.