Oklahoma Panhandle State University
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 25% — most students don't finish here; freshman retention is below 65%. a public school with 917 students.
About This School
Oklahoma Panhandle State University is a public institution located in Goodwell, Oklahoma with approximately 917 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $7,413 per year. The graduation rate is 21%, 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.
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Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 14% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
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
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (917 undergraduates).
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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.
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