C
Average
Score: 50/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
57/100 · earnings-weighted

Western Oklahoma State College

2-Year Public
📍 Altus, Oklahoma 73521
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: 34%
Outcomes
C
47/100
Affordability
B+
74/100
Resources
C+
60/100
Experience
C
54/100
Prestige
F
18/100

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

1,151
Total Enrollment
34%
Graduation Rate
59%
Retention Rate
15.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$10,016
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Western Oklahoma State College ▼

43% 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.

Avg Home Value
$112,474
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,002
1-Year Change
+4.0%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$38,248
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$33,374
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$9,500
Median debt at graduation
31.1%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
36.9%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 25% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 66th percentile among associate-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 Western Oklahoma State College

Median pay of associate'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$60,489$87,825+9%#233 of 962#88$10,500
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$17,755$33,501-24%#907 of 947#818$9,500
Business Administration, Management and Operations—$31,188-36%#541 of 547#519—

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 Western Oklahoma State College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $112,474
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,002/mo — vs ~$283/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 73570 (10.2% cap, Tipton)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $2,996 $7,168
Room $2,550
Board $4,120
Total Cost (On-Campus) $19,211 $23,383

Financial Aid

93%
Receive Any Aid
49%
Receive Pell Grants
12%
Take Out Loans
$10,016
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$6,899
$30,001 - $48,000$7,009
$48,001 - $75,000$10,619
$75,001 - $110,000$10,122

Student Demographics

1,151
Total Students
64%
Women
55%
Traditional Age (18-24)
43%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 49%
Hispanic 23%
Black 7%
Asian 1%
Two or More 12%
Non-Resident 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 16%
Off-Campus (Renters) 43%
With Family 41%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~498 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 19%
Hybrid (Some Online) 39%
Fully Online 42%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 55%
25-64 (Adult) 25%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Western Oklahoma State College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Western Oklahoma State College?
Tuition at Western Oklahoma State College is $2,996 for in-state students and $7,168 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $10,016.
What is the graduation rate at Western Oklahoma State College?
The graduation rate at Western Oklahoma State College is 34%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Western Oklahoma State College a good school?
Western Oklahoma State College has a Repit College Score of 50/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): 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 Western Oklahoma State College?
Western Oklahoma State College has a total enrollment of 1,151 students.
Is there rental demand near Western Oklahoma State College?
Yes! Approximately 43% of students at Western Oklahoma State College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 498 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Altus area.

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