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University of Tulsa

Tulsa University

Tulsa, Oklahoma 74104-3189

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Known for business

University of Tulsa is a private institution in Tulsa with particular strength in business and engineering. With an average SAT of 1325, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A mid-sized campus of 2.4K undergraduates with a 9:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

73% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $61,408 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $23,678.

Established
1894
Motto
"Wisdom, Faith, Service"
Mascot
Gus T.
Type
Private research university
Division
Division I

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58%Acceptance
1325SAT Avg
2,447Students
9:1Student:Faculty
73%Grad Rate
$61,408Earnings 10yr
$23,678Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

University of Tulsa Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

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.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate58.0%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1325

Reading & WritingMid: 605
590740
MathMid: 615
560750

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 26
2433

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

58.0%

Trend

SAT Avg

1325

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$48,602
Room & Board$11,192
Books & Supplies$0
Total Cost of Attendance$63,093
Average Net Price$23,678
Median Debt at Graduation$21,500
Monthly Payment (10yr)$228

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$17,809
$30–48K$16,984
$48–75K$23,340
$75–110K$28,462
$110K+$30,755

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

63.4%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$12,500

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

20

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones

Incident Breakdown (2024)

5

Burglary

1

Aggravated Assault

1

Robbery

2

Motor Vehicle Theft

2

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

5

Drug Arrests

4

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (149)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

85%

Mixed
  • 85% 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

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
2,447
Gender Split
51% / 49%
Women / Men
First Generation
23%
Pell Grant Recipients
26%

Race & Ethnicity

White 49%
Black 8%
Hispanic 13%
Asian 8%
Two+ 9%
Int'l 5%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate73.3%
Freshman Retention85.1%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$54,779
10 Years$61,408

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#158
1
vs 2024
Forbes
#307
1
vs 2024
Wall Street Journal
#29
1
vs 2024
Washington Monthly
#365
2
vs 2024

More About This School

Varsity Sports

BasketballGolf

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

OKC Oklahoma City107 mi
MCI Kansas City228 mi
DFW Dallas-Fort Worth233 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA1393 mi · ~40h 15m drive
New York, NY1225 mi · ~35h 23m drive
Hartford, CT1304 mi · ~37h 40m drive
Providence, RI1369 mi · ~39h 33m drive
Albany, NY1262 mi · ~36h 27m drive
Syracuse, NY1153 mi · ~33h 19m drive
Rochester, NY1086 mi · ~31h 22m drive
Buffalo, NY1019 mi · ~29h 26m drive
Philadelphia, PA1158 mi · ~33h 27m drive
Pittsburgh, PA913 mi · ~26h 23m drive
Harrisburg, PA1071 mi · ~30h 56m drive
Newark, NJ1217 mi · ~35h 9m drive
Washington, DC1051 mi · ~30h 22m drive
Baltimore, MD1076 mi · ~31h 5m drive
Atlanta, GA675 mi · ~19h 30m drive
Charlotte, NC849 mi · ~24h 32m drive
Raleigh, NC967 mi · ~27h 56m drive
Miami, FL1175 mi · ~33h 57m drive
Orlando, FL998 mi · ~28h 50m drive
Tampa, FL971 mi · ~28h 3m drive
Nashville, TN511 mi · ~14h 46m drive
New Orleans, LA547 mi · ~15h 48m drive
Richmond, VA1026 mi · ~29h 38m drive
Chicago, IL596 mi · ~17h 13m drive
Detroit, MI810 mi · ~23h 24m drive
Minneapolis, MN626 mi · ~18h 5m drive
St. Louis, MO359 mi · ~10h 22m drive
Kansas City, MO217 mi · ~6h 16m drive
Indianapolis, IN588 mi · ~16h 59m drive
Columbus, OH751 mi · ~21h 42m drive
Cleveland, OH850 mi · ~24h 33m drive
Milwaukee, WI639 mi · ~18h 28m drive
Dallas, TX238 mi · ~6h 53m drive
Houston, TX443 mi · ~12h 48m drive
Austin, TX420 mi · ~12h 8m drive
San Antonio, TX488 mi · ~14h 6m drive
Los Angeles, CA1266 mi · ~36h 34m drive
San Francisco, CA1461 mi · ~42h 12m drive
San Diego, CA1229 mi · ~35h 30m drive
Seattle, WA1560 mi · ~45h 4m drive
Portland, OR1530 mi · ~44h 12m drive
Denver, CO551 mi · ~15h 55m drive
Phoenix, AZ933 mi · ~26h 57m drive
Salt Lake City, UT918 mi · ~26h 31m drive
Honolulu, HI3824 mi · ~110h 28m drive
Southern (mild winters, hot summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Oklahoma City (OKC)107 miles
Rental car
161 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
214 min$128-214
Kansas City (MCI)228 miles
Rental car
342 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
456 min$274-456

Deadline Calendar

University of Tulsa Application Checklist

Decision Notifications

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