C+
Above Average
Score: 58/100
Overall (traditional)
B
Outcome Rating
70/100 · earnings-weighted

Oklahoma City University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73106
Oklahoma City University campus, Oklahoma City, OK
Oklahoma City University campus, Oklahoma City, OK. Photo: Matthew Rutledge (rutlo), CC BY 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
Outcomes
B+
77/100
Affordability
F
23/100
Resources
C+
64/100
Experience
A
86/100
Prestige
C
43/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

2,763
Total Enrollment
64%
Graduation Rate
83%
Retention Rate
11.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
70%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Oklahoma City University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$54,655
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$42,312
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$20,835
Median debt at graduation
64.9%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,177
Average SAT
25
Median ACT
23.9%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 38% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 69th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (OK wage index 0.79). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Oklahoma City University

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$72,980$85,736-4%#513 of 966#220$13,986
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas$34,321$45,219-12%#303 of 345#229$26,000
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness—$45,199-17%#534 of 610#419—
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft$20,696$41,540+4%#102 of 255#35$26,863
Music$18,784$35,621-17%#236 of 268#187$26,040
Dance$19,548$34,105-15%#50 of 58#34$24,100

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Oklahoma City University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $190,041
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,206/mo — vs ~$511/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 73108 (11.0% cap, Oklahoma City)

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🏆 Where Oklahoma City University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#6
Adult Health Nurse/Nursing
of 22 schools
#17
Dance, General
of 27 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $29,836 $29,836
Room $4,602
Board $5,000
Total Cost (On-Campus) $47,438 $47,438

Financial Aid

99%
Receive Any Aid
27%
Receive Pell Grants
46%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

2,763
Total Students
62%
Women
89%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 56%
Hispanic 12%
Black 6%
Asian 4%
Two or More 8%
Non-Resident 10%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 77%
Hybrid (Some Online) 15%
Fully Online 8%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 89%
25-64 (Adult) 10%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Oklahoma City University?
Oklahoma City University has an acceptance rate of 70%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Oklahoma City University?
Tuition at Oklahoma City University is $29,836 for in-state students and $29,836 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Oklahoma City University?
The graduation rate at Oklahoma City University is 64%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Oklahoma City University a good school?
Oklahoma City University has a Repit College Score of 58/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Oklahoma City University?
Oklahoma City University has a total enrollment of 2,763 students. Most students (89%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Compare with other 4-Year private non-profit institutions of similar size.

C+
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C+
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B
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C
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C
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology