Oklahoma State University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Oklahoma State University
School Type: Public
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Oklahoma State University is a large public university located on a rural campus in Stillwater, Oklahoma. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 21,339, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 71%. The university offers 100 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 66%, and a student-faculty ratio of 18:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $5,417, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $20,937.
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Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankRequired to be considered for admission
Letter of recommendationNot considered for admission, even if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRecommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile20-27
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1030-1240
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
27k
Students enrolled
55%
Online student enrollment
18:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
53%
Unknown
0%
Black
3%
Hispanic
8%
Two or more races
9%
Non-U.S. Citizen
1%
Asian
2%
American Indian/Alaska Native
4%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
19% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
67
Total Online Enrollment
14,203
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.55% online, 45% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
79% On-campus
21% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates22% online
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor's9% online
Graduate Certificate53% online
Master's27% online
Doctorate4% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $5,417 | $20,937 |
| Graduate | $4,208 | $15,836 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $9,175 |
| On-campus other expenses | $3,260 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $16,750 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $3,260 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $3,260 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $19,052 | $34,572 |
| Off-campus without family | $26,627 | $42,147 |
| Off-campus with family | $9,877 | $25,397 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
26%
State Grant Aid
15%
Institution Grant Aid
92%
Pell Grant
19%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$21k
Average student debtafter graduation
$43k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Tennis
- Wrestling
- Equestrian
- Soccer
- Softball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science And Related Fields. | |||
| 2 | Architecture And Related Services. | |||
| 3 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies. | |||
| 4 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 5 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 6 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 7 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 8 | Education. | |||
| 9 | Engineering. | |||
| 10 | Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 11 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 12 | Family And Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences. | |||
| 13 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 14 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 15 | History. | |||
| 16 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 17 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 18 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 19 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 20 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 21 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 22 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 23 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 24 | Psychology. | |||
| 25 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 26 | Transportation And Materials Moving. | |||
| 27 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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