Southwestern Oklahoma State University — acceptance rate 100%, tuition $6,969 in-state, $6,999 out-of-stateSouthwestern Oklahoma State University campus, Weatherford, OK. Photo: Jeffrey Beall from Colorado, USA, CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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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: 35%
Outcomes
C+
59/100
Affordability
C
51/100
Resources
D
42/100
Experience
B
68/100
Prestige
F
23/100
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
4,811
Total Enrollment
35%
Graduation Rate
70%
Retention Rate
19.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
100%
Acceptance Rate
$14,761
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Southwestern Oklahoma State University ▼
38%
of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.
What happens to students who enroll at Southwestern Oklahoma State University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
$45,744
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$42,896
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$15,954
Median debt at graduation
39.7%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
20
Median ACT
38.9%
Students receiving Pell grants
Typical debt at graduation equals about 35% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 34th 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 Southwestern Oklahoma State 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.
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 Southwestern Oklahoma State University Town Property Report
Avg home value near campus: $229,562
Avg rent near campus: $896/mo — vs ~$356/mo campus room rate
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 73601 (6.3% cap, Clinton)
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🏆 Where Southwestern Oklahoma State University Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,804 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person25%
Hybrid (Some Online)40%
Fully Online35%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)74%
25-64 (Adult)21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Southwestern Oklahoma State University?
Southwestern Oklahoma State University has an acceptance rate of 100%.
This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Southwestern Oklahoma State University?
Tuition at Southwestern Oklahoma State University is
$6,969 for in-state students
and $6,999 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $14,761.
What is the graduation rate at Southwestern Oklahoma State University?
The graduation rate at Southwestern Oklahoma State University is 35%.
This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Southwestern Oklahoma State University a good school?
Southwestern Oklahoma State University has a Repit College Score of 48/100 (Grade: C).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (D): 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 Southwestern Oklahoma State University?
Southwestern Oklahoma State University has a total enrollment of 4,811 students.
Most students (74%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near Southwestern Oklahoma State University?
Yes! Approximately 38% of students at Southwestern Oklahoma State University live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 1,804 students who need rental housing near campus.
This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Weatherford area.
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