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Oklahoma State University

Stillwater, OK·Public·20,814 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who want a large campus community. no major red flags in the data. solid earnings of $55,300 within 10 years.

71%
Accept
20,814
Students
$16,378
Net Price
66%
Grad Rate
$55,300
Earnings
10 yr
$15,500
Debt

About This School

Oklahoma State University is a public institution located in Stillwater, Oklahoma with approximately 20,814 undergraduate students enrolled. Oklahoma State University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 71%. The average net price after financial aid is $16,378 per year. The graduation rate is 66%, and the typical graduate earns $55,300 within 10 years of enrollment.

Oklahoma State University is a public land-grant research university in Stillwater, Oklahoma, United States.

This is a strong option for cost-conscious students, with an average net price of just $16,378/year and a relatively low median debt of $15,500 at graduation — well below the national average. The 66% graduation rate is worth watching, meaning roughly one in three students who start here don't finish, so self-motivated students with a clear plan will fare better than those still figuring things out. Median earnings of $55,300 after ten years are solid, especially given the affordable price tag, making OSU a reasonable value for in-state students particularly interested in agriculture, engineering, or business.

Founded
1890
Setting
Distant town

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing25%
Engineering12%
Biological Sciences8%
Psychology5%
Education4%
Computer Science3%
Visual & Performing Arts3%
Health Professions3%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Reba McEntireJames MarsdenGarth BrooksStuart RoosaRandy CoutureWilliam R. PogueMarcus SmartRex LinnMary FallinTony AllenAnita HillMarkwayne Mullin

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1145
Reading 75th %ile630
Math 75th %ile610

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite24

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$10,234
Out-of-State Tuition
$25,754
Avg Net Price
$16,378
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants26%
Median debt at graduation$15,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
66%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
84%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$55,300
after enrollment
Median Debt
$15,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$15,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$42,600
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$55,300
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 3.6x

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

White66%
Black4%
Hispanic/Latino10%
Asian2%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (20,814 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Oklahoma State University

107 Whitehurst

Stillwater, OK 74078-1015

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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.

Official School Resources
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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