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Oklahoma State University-Main Campus

Stillwater, Oklahoma 74078-1015

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Data last updated: May 29, 2026

Campus Vibe

Business-focusedLarge campusCollege town

Known for business — major research university

Oklahoma State University-Main Campus is a public institution in Stillwater with particular strength in business and engineering. With an average SAT of 1145, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A large campus of 20.8K undergraduates with a 18:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.

66% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $57,413 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $16,378.

Established
1890
Motto
"Scholarship, Instruction, Service"
Mascot
Pistol Pete
Type
Public land-grant research university
Division
Division I

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71%Acceptance
1145SAT Avg
20,814Students
18:1Student:Faculty
66%Grad Rate
$57,413Earnings 10yr
$16,378Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate70.9%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1145

Reading & WritingMid: 580
520630
MathMid: 570
510610

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 24
2027

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

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$10,234
Tuition (out-of-state)$25,754
Room & Board$11,300
Books & Supplies$1,300
Total Cost of Attendance$25,915
Average Net Price$16,378
Median Debt at Graduation$20,500
Monthly Payment (10yr)$217

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$10,690
$30–48K$11,606
$48–75K$15,274
$75–110K$20,860
$110K+$22,650

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

62.0%

Avg Tuition Increase

1.4%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$15,500

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

138

Peer Average

240

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

28

Burglary

6

Aggravated Assault

4

Robbery

9

Motor Vehicle Theft

17

Sex Offenses

1

Arson

42

Drug Arrests

31

Liquor Arrests

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

Programs (276)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

84%

Mixed

Student Body

Undergrads
20,814
Gender Split
52% / 48%
Women / Men
First Generation
29%
Pell Grant Recipients
26%

Race & Ethnicity

White 66%
Black 4%
Hispanic 10%
Asian 2%
Two+ 11%
Int'l 2%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate65.9%
Freshman Retention83.9%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$46,855
10 Years$57,413

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

Rankings

U.S. News
#198
vs 2024
Forbes
#200
vs 2024
Wall Street Journal
#29
vs 2024
Washington Monthly
#377
vs 2024

More About This School

Varsity Sports

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History & Fun Facts

  • Upon statehood in 1907, "Territorial" was dropped from its title.
  • Oklahoma A M seal The first students assembled for class on December 14, 1891.
  • In 1896, Oklahoma A M held its first commencement with six male graduates.
  • The first Library was established in Old Central in one room shared with the English Department.
  • The first campus building to have electricity, Williams Hall, was constructed in 1900.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

86Low

Estimated from OK state average

Climate (School Year)

Snowfall: 5"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 125

Nearest Cities

Dallaspop. 1.3M
232 mi(402 min)
Kansas Citypop. 500K
247 mi(428 min)
Austinpop. 960K
406 mi(704 min)

Getting There

Nearest Airports

OKC Oklahoma City59 mi
DFW Dallas-Fort Worth223 mi
MCI Kansas City254 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA1450 mi · ~41h 53m drive
New York, NY1284 mi · ~37h 6m drive
Hartford, CT1362 mi · ~39h 21m drive
Providence, RI1427 mi · ~41h 13m drive
Albany, NY1319 mi · ~38h 6m drive
Syracuse, NY1208 mi · ~34h 54m drive
Rochester, NY1140 mi · ~32h 56m drive
Buffalo, NY1073 mi · ~31h drive
Philadelphia, PA1218 mi · ~35h 11m drive
Pittsburgh, PA971 mi · ~28h 3m drive
Harrisburg, PA1130 mi · ~32h 39m drive
Newark, NJ1276 mi · ~36h 52m drive
Washington, DC1112 mi · ~32h 7m drive
Baltimore, MD1137 mi · ~32h 51m drive
Atlanta, GA736 mi · ~21h 16m drive
Charlotte, NC912 mi · ~26h 21m drive
Raleigh, NC1030 mi · ~29h 45m drive
Miami, FL1227 mi · ~35h 27m drive
Orlando, FL1053 mi · ~30h 25m drive
Tampa, FL1024 mi · ~29h 35m drive
Nashville, TN574 mi · ~16h 35m drive
New Orleans, LA588 mi · ~16h 59m drive
Richmond, VA1088 mi · ~31h 26m drive
Chicago, IL644 mi · ~18h 36m drive
Detroit, MI863 mi · ~24h 56m drive
Minneapolis, MN643 mi · ~18h 35m drive
St. Louis, MO415 mi · ~11h 59m drive
Kansas City, MO247 mi · ~7h 8m drive
Indianapolis, IN645 mi · ~18h 38m drive
Columbus, OH809 mi · ~23h 22m drive
Cleveland, OH906 mi · ~26h 10m drive
Milwaukee, WI682 mi · ~19h 42m drive
Dallas, TX232 mi · ~6h 42m drive
Houston, TX451 mi · ~13h 2m drive
Austin, TX406 mi · ~11h 44m drive
San Antonio, TX470 mi · ~13h 35m drive
Los Angeles, CA1203 mi · ~34h 45m drive
San Francisco, CA1400 mi · ~40h 27m drive
San Diego, CA1167 mi · ~33h 43m drive
Seattle, WA1512 mi · ~43h 41m drive
Portland, OR1479 mi · ~42h 44m drive
Denver, CO498 mi · ~14h 23m drive
Phoenix, AZ870 mi · ~25h 8m drive
Salt Lake City, UT862 mi · ~24h 54m drive
Honolulu, HI3762 mi · ~108h 41m drive
Southern (mild winters, hot summers)

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