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Oklahoma State University

Stillwater, OK·Public·21,773 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.

75%
Accept
21,773
Students
$17,447
Net Price
68%
Grad Rate
$55,300
Earnings
10 yr
$20,500
Debt

About This School

Oklahoma State University is a public institution located in Stillwater, Oklahoma with approximately 21,773 undergraduate students enrolled. Oklahoma State University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 75%. The average net price after financial aid is $17,447 per year. The graduation rate is 68%, 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
Avg Faculty Salary
$10,704

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing28%
Engineering11%
Biological Sciences7%
Psychology6%
Education4%
Computer Science3%
Health Professions3%
Visual & Performing Arts3%

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

Test Policy: Considered but not required

SAT Scores

Average Composite1150
Reading 75th %ile630
Math 75th %ile620

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite24

What This School Looks For

From the school's most recent Common Data Set (2024-25). What the admissions office actually weighs:

Class rankConsidered
Academic GPAConsidered
Volunteer workConsidered
Recommendation lettersConsidered
Application essayConsidered
Standardized test scoresConsidered
Extracurricular activitiesConsidered
24,910 students applied, 18,693 were admitted, and 5,030 enrolled.

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$10,234
Out-of-State Tuition
$25,754
Avg Net Price
$17,447
after aid

Net Price by Family Income

Under $30k$12,243
$30–48k$12,314
$48–75k$15,893
$75–110k$21,896
$110k+$24,711

Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants28%
Median debt at graduation$20,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
68%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
85%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$55,300
after enrollment
Median Debt
$20,500
at graduation

Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender

Male graduates$48,400
Female graduates$36,800

Gap: 24% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$20,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$42,600
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$55,300
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.7x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

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%
Two or more races11%
American Indian/Alaska Native5%
International1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (21,773 undergraduates).

In the Classroom & On Campus

Class size distribution

Under 20
12.2%
20–29
24%
30–39
15%
40–49
10.9%
50–99
10.3%
100+
6.7%
Student–Faculty Ratio
19:1
Faculty with PhD/Terminal Degree
80%
Greek Life Participation
22% / 25%
fraternities / sororities

Source: Oklahoma State University Common Data Set (2024-25).

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.

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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