Campus Vibe
Known for health sciences — close-knit campus
Oklahoma Panhandle State University is a public institution in Goodwell with particular strength in health sciences and business.
A small campus of 997 undergraduates with a 19:1 student-faculty ratio. The rural location provides a peaceful, focused academic environment.
26% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $44,933 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $7,557.
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News & Alerts
Oklahoma Panhandle State University Launches New Data Science Minor
Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.
Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27
The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
34.8%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$7,500
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
5
Peer Average
3
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Programs (33)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
47%
- •47% first-year retention rate
- •Active student organizations
- •Engaged campus community
Mental Health Services
Counselor Ratio
1:350
24/7 Crisis Line
Yes
Free Sessions
12 per year
Avg Wait
5 days
Walk-in hours available weekdays
Disability Services
ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements
Dining
Rating
★★★★☆
Score
4/5
Meal Plan
$6,200/yr
Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
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More About This School
Varsity Sports — Aggies
History & Fun Facts
- •History In 1908, the Oklahoma Legislature passed legislation stating that, "...
- •The campus opened in 1909 as Pan-Handle Agricultural Institute, (PAI) and offered secondary agricultural education for the Panhandle area.
- •PAI began offering courses to prepare public school teachers in 1915.
- •In 1921, the legislature authorized the school to offer a two-year college curriculum, and the name was changed to Panhandle Agricultural and Mechanical College (PAMC).
- •The college began offering four-year degree programs in 1925.
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Housing and food costs are higher than national average
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