University of Central Oklahoma
UCO
Edmond, Oklahoma 73034
Data last updated: May 29, 2026
Campus Vibe
Known for business
University of Central Oklahoma is a public institution in Edmond with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1050, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A large campus of 10.1K undergraduates with a 17:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
38% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $48,351 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $18,990.
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ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Cost & Financial Aid
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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
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
65.0%
Median Debt at Grad
$13,000
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
72
Peer Average
92
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass 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 (134)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
66%
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Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Bronchos
History & Fun Facts
- •By comparison, Oklahoma A M College (now Oklahoma State University) held its first classes in December 1891 and the University of Oklahoma began its first classes in fall 1892.
- •First, Oklahoma County had to donate $5,000 in bonds, and Edmond had to donate 40 acres (160,000 m) of land within one mile (1.
- •On October 1, 1891 Richard Thatcher was elected the 1st President of Territorial Normal School of Oklahoma.
Source: Wikipedia
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Estimated from OK state average + suburban adjustment
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