Best Colleges in Oklahoma

31
Universities
28
Community Colleges
59
Total Institutions

Explore 59 colleges and universities in Oklahoma, ranked by the Repit College Score. Our ratings evaluate graduation rates, affordability, resources, and student experience.

#1
B

University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus

Norman, OK • 29,145 students
Public
75%
Grad Rate
$20k
Net Price
#2
B

Oklahoma State University-Main Campus

Stillwater, OK • 26,043 students
Public
66%
Grad Rate
$18k
Net Price
7%
Off-Campus
#3
B

University of Tulsa

Tulsa, OK • 3,559 students
Private Non-Profit
73%
Grad Rate
#4
C+

Oklahoma City University

Oklahoma City, OK • 2,763 students
Private Non-Profit
64%
Grad Rate
#5
C+

University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma

Chickasha, OK • 914 students
Public
36%
Grad Rate
$9k
Net Price
#6
C+

University of Central Oklahoma

Edmond, OK • 12,148 students
Public
38%
Grad Rate
$19k
Net Price
18%
Off-Campus
#7
C+

University of Oklahoma-Health Sciences Center

Oklahoma City, OK • 3,563 students
Public
#8
C+

East Central University

Ada, OK • 3,200 students
Public
33%
Grad Rate
$9k
Net Price
#9
C+

Southern Nazarene University

Bethany, OK • 2,165 students
Private Non-Profit
49%
Grad Rate
#10
C+

Northwestern Oklahoma State University

Alva, OK • 1,929 students
Public
35%
Grad Rate
$12k
Net Price
11%
Off-Campus
#11
C+

Oklahoma Baptist University

Shawnee, OK • 1,526 students
Private Non-Profit
50%
Grad Rate
#12
C+

Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology

Okmulgee, OK • 2,493 students
Public
42%
Grad Rate
$11k
Net Price
21%
Off-Campus
#13
C+

Southeastern Oklahoma State University

Durant, OK • 5,794 students
Public
33%
Grad Rate
$8k
Net Price
10%
Off-Campus
#14
C

Cameron University

Lawton, OK • 3,559 students
Public
22%
Grad Rate
$11k
Net Price
32%
Off-Campus
#15
C

Northeastern State University

Tahlequah, OK • 6,466 students
Public
37%
Grad Rate
$11k
Net Price
13%
Off-Campus
#16
C

Rogers State University

Claremore, OK • 3,206 students
Public
25%
Grad Rate
$14k
Net Price
19%
Off-Campus
#17
C

Langston University

Langston, OK • 1,910 students
Public
17%
Grad Rate
$11k
Net Price
#18
C

Oklahoma Christian University

Edmond, OK • 2,743 students
Private Non-Profit
55%
Grad Rate
#19
C

Oral Roberts University

Tulsa, OK • 5,365 students
Private Non-Profit
54%
Grad Rate
#20
C

Mid-America Christian University

Oklahoma City, OK • 2,183 students
Private Non-Profit
33%
Grad Rate
#21
C

Randall University

Moore, OK • 297 students
Private Non-Profit
21%
Grad Rate
#22
C

Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology

Tulsa, OK • 744 students
Private For-Profit
60%
Grad Rate
#23
C

Oklahoma Panhandle State University

Goodwell, OK • 1,071 students
Public
26%
Grad Rate
$5k
Net Price
23%
Off-Campus
#24
C

Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City

Oklahoma City, OK • 4,134 students
Public
13%
Grad Rate
$5k
Net Price
50%
Off-Campus
#25
C

Southwestern Oklahoma State University

Weatherford, OK • 4,811 students
Public
35%
Grad Rate
$15k
Net Price
38%
Off-Campus
#26
C

Bacone College

Muskogee, OK • 106 students
Private Non-Profit
2%
Grad Rate
#27
C

Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences

Tulsa, OK • 1,833 students
Public
#28
D

Southwestern Christian University

Bethany, OK • 364 students
Private Non-Profit
13%
Grad Rate
#29
D

Phillips Theological Seminary

Tulsa, OK • 98 students
Private Non-Profit
#30
D

Family of Faith Christian University

Shawnee, OK • 302 students
Private Non-Profit
25%
Grad Rate
#31
D

Oklahoma Wesleyan University

Bartlesville, OK • 947 students
Private Non-Profit
28%
Grad Rate
#1
B

Indian Capital Technology Center-Muskogee

Muskogee, OK • 1,535 students
Public
97%
Grad Rate
$5k
Net Price
#2
B

Tulsa Technology Center

Tulsa, OK • 4,031 students
Public
75%
Grad Rate
$9k
Net Price
#3
B

Moore Norman Technology Center

Norman, OK • 1,242 students
Public
77%
Grad Rate
$5k
Net Price
#4
C+

Gordon Cooper Technology Center

Shawnee, OK • 879 students
Public
79%
Grad Rate
$6k
Net Price
#5
C+

Canadian Valley Technology Center

El Reno, OK • 2,026 students
Public
60%
Grad Rate
$10k
Net Price
#6
C+

Meridian Technology Center

Stillwater, OK • 896 students
Public
48%
Grad Rate
$9k
Net Price
#7
C+

Metro Technology Centers

Oklahoma City, OK • 1,337 students
Public
36%
Grad Rate
$7k
Net Price
#8
C

Northern Oklahoma College

Tonkawa, OK • 3,083 students
Public
41%
Grad Rate
$8k
Net Price
#9
C

Tulsa Community College

Tulsa, OK • 14,538 students
Public
27%
Grad Rate
$6k
Net Price
#10
C

Miller-Motte College-Tulsa

Tulsa, OK • 283 students
Private For-Profit
70%
Grad Rate
#11
C

Carl Albert State College

Poteau, OK • 1,786 students
Public
41%
Grad Rate
$7k
Net Price
#12
C

Rose State College

Midwest City, OK • 7,313 students
Public
21%
Grad Rate
$11k
Net Price
#13
C

Autry Technology Center

Enid, OK • 432 students
Public
50%
Grad Rate
#14
C

Central Oklahoma College

Oklahoma City, OK • 467 students
Private For-Profit
75%
Grad Rate
#15
C

Western Oklahoma State College

Altus, OK • 1,151 students
Public
34%
Grad Rate
$10k
Net Price
#16
C

Oklahoma Technical College

Tulsa, OK • 120 students
Private Non-Profit
63%
Grad Rate
#17
C

College of the Muscogee Nation

Okmulgee, OK • 250 students
Public
24%
Grad Rate
$15k
Net Price
#18
C

Clary Sage College

Tulsa, OK • 367 students
Private Non-Profit
75%
Grad Rate
#19
C

Eastern Oklahoma State College

Wilburton, OK • 1,292 students
Public
30%
Grad Rate
$12k
Net Price
#20
C

Redlands Community College

El Reno, OK • 1,895 students
Public
34%
Grad Rate
$8k
Net Price
#21
C

Oklahoma City Community College

Oklahoma City, OK • 11,469 students
Public
21%
Grad Rate
$7k
Net Price
#22
C

Seminole State College

Seminole, OK • 1,471 students
Public
29%
Grad Rate
$15k
Net Price
#23
C

Connors State College

Warner, OK • 2,098 students
Public
29%
Grad Rate
$12k
Net Price
#24
C

Murray State College

Tishomingo, OK • 2,686 students
Public
30%
Grad Rate
$13k
Net Price
#25
C

Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College

Miami, OK • 1,799 students
Public
31%
Grad Rate
$11k
Net Price
#26
C

Community Care College

Tulsa, OK • 430 students
Private Non-Profit
78%
Grad Rate
#27
D

Tulsa Welding School-Tulsa

Tulsa, OK • 934 students
Private For-Profit
67%
Grad Rate
#28
D

ATA College

Tulsa, OK • 178 students
Private For-Profit
67%
Grad Rate

Cities with Multiple Colleges

Norman 2 colleges
Stillwater 2 colleges
Muskogee 2 colleges
El Reno 2 colleges
Edmond 2 colleges
Oklahoma City 7 colleges
Okmulgee 2 colleges
Shawnee 3 colleges
Tulsa 13 colleges
Bethany 2 colleges

About College Rankings in Oklahoma

The Repit College Score ranks 59 colleges and universities in Oklahoma based on outcomes (graduation rates, retention), affordability (net cost, financial aid), resources (class sizes, faculty ratios), and student experience (campus life, housing options).

4-Year Universities (31): Bachelor's degree-granting institutions including public universities, private colleges, and research institutions.

2-Year Colleges (28): Community colleges and technical schools offering associate degrees, certificates, and transfer programs.

Frequently Asked Questions About Colleges in Oklahoma

How many colleges are in Oklahoma?

There are 59 accredited colleges and universities in Oklahoma tracked by Repit, including 31 4-year institutions and 28 community colleges. Each school is rated using our proprietary scoring system that evaluates outcomes, affordability, and resources.

How does Repit rate colleges?

Repit rates colleges on a 100-point scale across five categories: Outcomes (graduation and retention rates), Affordability (net cost and financial aid), Resources (class sizes and selectivity), Experience (campus life and learning format), and Prestige (reputation and recognition). Each factor is weighted and combined into an overall score and letter grade.

Should I attend a public or private college in Oklahoma?

Oklahoma has both public and private institutions. Public schools often offer lower tuition for state residents, while private schools may provide more financial aid. Compare net prices and outcomes using Repit's detailed college profiles to find the best value for your situation.

Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology