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Oklahoma Panhandle State University

Goodwell, OK·Public·997 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and students who want small classes and close faculty access. graduation rate is below 40%; fewer than half of freshmen return for sophomore year. a public school with 997 students.

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Accept
997
Students
$7,557
Net Price
26%
Grad Rate
$40,800
Earnings
10 yr
$7,500
Debt

About This School

Oklahoma Panhandle State University is a public institution located in Goodwell, Oklahoma with approximately 997 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $7,557 per year. The graduation rate is 26%, and the typical graduate earns $40,800 within 10 years of enrollment.

Oklahoma Panhandle State University is a public college in Goodwell, Oklahoma. OPSU is a baccalaureate degree-granting institution. General governance of the institution is provided by the Board of Regents of the Oklahoma Agricultural and Mechanical Colleges. Academic programs and financial support are authorized and coordinated through the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: at just $7,557/year net price and only $7,500 in median debt at graduation, this is one of the most affordable college options you'll find anywhere. However, the 26% graduation rate and 47% freshman retention rate are serious red flags — most students who start here don't finish — so ask hard questions about academic support and your specific program before committing. Worth considering if you're cost-conscious, drawn to a small rural campus, and have a clear plan to be in the minority who cross the finish line.

Founded
1909
Setting
Distant rural

Popular Programs

Health Professions41%
Business & Marketing12%
Biological Sciences4%
Psychology3%
Education3%
Computer Science1%
Visual & Performing Arts1%
English0%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Joshua J. Johnson

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$7,922
Out-of-State Tuition
$8,673
Avg Net Price
$7,557
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants44%
Median debt at graduation$7,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
26%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
47%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$40,800
after enrollment
Median Debt
$7,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$7,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$33,800
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$40,800
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 5.4x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White49%
Black13%
Hispanic/Latino22%
Asian1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (997 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Oklahoma Panhandle State University

323 Eagle Ave

Goodwell, OK 73939-0430

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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