D
Below Average
Score: 40/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
63/100 · earnings-weighted

Oklahoma Wesleyan University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Bartlesville, Oklahoma 74006
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 28%
Outcomes
C
49/100
Affordability
F
22/100
Resources
C
50/100
Experience
B
69/100
Prestige
F
16/100

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

947
Total Enrollment
28%
Graduation Rate
49%
Retention Rate
15.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
77%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$59,841
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$55,700
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$24,813
Median debt at graduation
34.8%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
20
Median ACT
29.3%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 41% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 82nd 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 Wesleyan 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$74,090$89,006+0%#402 of 966#150$22,985
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services$57,559$86,511+24%#9 of 37#3—
Business/Commerce$54,171$60,046-12%#201 of 271#120$28,498
Criminology—$59,143+6%#32 of 113#8—

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 Wesleyan University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $222,270
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,319/mo — vs ~$527/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 74003 (6.5% cap, Bartlesville)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $29,698 $29,698
Room $4,742
Board $4,440
Total Cost (On-Campus) $45,076 $45,076

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
44%
Receive Pell Grants
74%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

947
Total Students
50%
Women
37%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 51%
Hispanic 8%
Black 6%
Asian 2%
Two or More 7%
Non-Resident 7%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 39%
Hybrid (Some Online) 38%
Fully Online 22%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 37%
25-64 (Adult) 10%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Oklahoma Wesleyan University?
Oklahoma Wesleyan University has an acceptance rate of 77%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Oklahoma Wesleyan University?
Tuition at Oklahoma Wesleyan University is $29,698 for in-state students and $29,698 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Oklahoma Wesleyan University?
The graduation rate at Oklahoma Wesleyan University is 28%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Oklahoma Wesleyan University a good school?
Oklahoma Wesleyan University has a Repit College Score of 40/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Oklahoma Wesleyan University?
Oklahoma Wesleyan University has a total enrollment of 947 students.

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