2024 Best Colleges in Oklahoma

• Stillwater, OK•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.93 out of 5  3,674 reviews

Sophomore: I have thoroughly enjoyed my time at Oklahoma State University. The professors invest into students and are clearly passionate about their areas of expertise. The school as a whole prioritizes its students by putting on events to get involved, offering academic support such as tutoring, and has an overwhelming sense of school spirit that makes OSU feel like home away from home. It is easy to get involved and meet those with common interests. As far as changes, there is not much that I would like to see different on my campus! One positive change would be increasing the dining options, especially for students with allergies. Additionally, lengthening the hours of operations for the dining halls would be greatly beneficial. All together, OSU has done an excellent job at meeting students where they are at and prioritizing not only their wellbeing but also providing a quality education.... Read 3,674 reviews

• grade A

• Acceptance rate 68%

• Net price $14,603

• SAT range 1050-1250

• Norman, OK•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.89 out of 5  3,194 reviews

Junior: Boomer Sooner! I recently transferred to OU and have loved every single moment. The University of Oklahoma has such a large and diverse population that you cannot fail to find your place here. There are so many colleges, courses, and professors to choose from. There are entire departments dedicated to ensuring the well-being of all students, all you have to do is ask around. There are more than 100 student organizations on campus, cultural, academic, sport-oriented, and religious organizations for students to choose from, and if you feel any of the existing organizations does not cater for your needs, you are allowed to make your own. There is academic advising, peer tutoring, group tutoring sessions, a library database with more than enough information, and office hours provided by professors and teaching assistants among other services to ensure that students are supported to produce the best results at school. OU is so big that there's enough room for everyone to thrive.... Read 3,194 reviews

• grade A

• Acceptance rate 85%

• Net price $22,022

• SAT range 1150-1340

• Tulsa, OK•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.81 out of 5  717 reviews

Sophomore: Although the University of Tulsa is known for being expensive, they are very generous with scholarships (I myself have managed to pay for the full cost of attendance with their help). The small class sizes are a great way to connect with both classmates and professors, and the relatively small campus size makes it easy to get to closely-scheduled classes. Plus, it's a lot easier to enroll in classes when there are fewer people competing for a spot. As for looks, the campus is beautiful -- it's got a lot of gorgeous flora and excellent sights. I feel like the ambience of the university is a huge factor of why I love attending. There are dozens of resources on campus for pretty much everything, from tutoring to career planning. The academic advisors do a great job making sure students are taking the classes they need to graduate and are interested in. At the same time, TU offers multitudes of opportunities throughout the semester for personal advancements, such as finance management.... Read 717 reviews

• grade A minus

• Acceptance rate 75%

• Net price $26,341

• SAT range 1070-1370

• Tulsa, OK•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 4 out of 5  1,465 reviews

Sophomore: Oral Roberts University is not just any ordinary university. This university is led by Holy Spirit-empowered individuals who take their time to provide the necessities for college students to succeed in their studies. The community is full of fellow believers in Christ Jesus, and individuals are open to sharing their understandings of the word of God. Academics wise, the Professors are willing to help their students and they always manage to incorporate God's Word into their lessons. The campus itself is beautiful and full of life! Overall my experience at ORU is unique and very different than other colleges in the United States and I accept it!... Read 1,465 reviews

• grade B+

• Acceptance rate 85%

• Net price $21,176

• SAT range 900-1210

• Ada, OK•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.53 out of 5  558 reviews

Sophomore: It’s been great up here at East Central University! They really care about you as a person and are wanting to help you get on with your life and help you find your future job! If you live in Oklahoma it’s kinda right in the middle of the state so you are not to far from your hometown and can go home anytime you want. The professors help you a lot with anything you need!... Read 558 reviews

• grade B+

• Acceptance rate 65%

• Net price $11,184

• SAT range 860-960

• Oklahoma City, OK•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.78 out of 5  607 reviews

Senior: My experience at Oklahoma City University has been a great one so far! I am a transfer student majoring in Business. When one of my advisors from community college mentioned an institution that offered a great amount of scholarships to business majors, I knew Oklahoma City University was a great fit for me financially. Not only does OCU provide scholarships, but there is a strong connection among the students and professors. The classes are smaller and there is more involvement in discussions. OCU takes in consideration of developing future leaders in our community and in the industry we attend to. I am thankful to attend to a great institution. I encourage any upcoming college students to consider applying to OCU.... Read 607 reviews

• grade B+

• Acceptance rate 79%

• Net price $26,350

• SAT range 1040-1280

• Weatherford, OK•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.66 out of 5  564 reviews

Sophomore: Overall its a pleasant experience here. Relatively small campus so a car isn't needed. The same goes for some of the town since it's a smaller one. The classes are usually small with 20 or less people. It's a cheap yet effective option. Biggest complaint is the availability of spending your meal plans. Unlike some other universities, everything food-related closes around 8. The diner itself isn't even all day; you have to get there at certain periods throughout the day. And on Fridays everything closes earlier (around 5 pm). And you're kind of out of luck if you intend to stay in dorms during holidays since everything will always be closed including the smaller holidays like Fall Break. So you'd have to get sustenance outside of campus for those 4 or 5 days without able even able to spend part of your meal plans that you paid for.... Read 564 reviews

• grade B+

• Acceptance rate 94%

• Net price $12,697

• SAT range —

• Tahlequah, OK•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.62 out of 5  986 reviews

Sophomore: Northeastern State University is an excellent college to attend. This campus has many friendly faces to meet and outstanding professors. NSU is a perfect size if you want a school that is big enough to offer everything while not feeling too overwhelmed. This college feels like home! The only thing I think this campus lacks is enough parking for housing students. However, this school offers a very diverse setting, which is incredible because not only am I learning new things from my classes, but I am also learning all kinds of cultural things from the friends I have made from attending NortheasternState University. NSU is a liberal art school with an excellent science program. While NSU offers many things academically, NSU also provides a wide variety of clubs you can join. It is almost impossible not to find a club you would love with its vast array. However, if there is no club for you, you can create your own!... Read 986 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 99%

• Net price $9,507

• SAT range 840-1090

• Edmond, OK•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.84 out of 5  1,840 reviews

Freshman: UCO is a great college, it's accessible and affordable, offering many scholarship and aid opportunities for incoming and current students! I am a member of the musical theatre program and the professors are incredibly welcoming and everyone in the program wants to see you succeed. The student body is fairly diverse and very supportive of everyone around them, and the school offers many opportunities for engagement on campus through student organizations, greek life, etc. The campus resources are abundant including academic advisors that are always willing to help with questions and financial resource centers for both aid and payments. The campus is fairly good sized, though not too large that it is overwhelming to navigate, and is covered in greenery and inviting areas for students to congregate or have some time to themselves in the scenic area. The school features a plentiful 4-story library, an expansive wellness center, and comfortable dorms, as well as many other resources.... Read 1,840 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 81%

• Net price $17,477

• SAT range —

• Oklahoma City, OK•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 4.15 out of 5  304 reviews

Sophomore: I absolutely loved macu while I was there! Everyone there is so friendly and it was so easy to make friends! You feel involved with almost anything there! The events are fantastic and everyone is welcome to join them! People will look over macu because it’s a small school but this school has such a big heart. If you’re wanting to learn more about Christianity this is the place to be. If you have any question don’t even hesitate to ask them. They will make sure by the end of it, you’ll know what said thing is about.... Read 304 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $16,853

• SAT range —

• Durant, OK•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.65 out of 5  443 reviews

Graduate Student: I love how helpful everyone has been! I was really nervous to be going back to school for my Masters after being out of the loop for over 10 years. Before picking SE, I interviewed 5 different college programs before deciding on Southeastern. All of the SE advisors have been so helpful and provided so much knowledge to help with making my college choice if SE Very easy. I am looking forward to this new learning experience... Read 443 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 74%

• Net price $10,263

• SAT range 880-1080

• Bethany, OK•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.76 out of 5  330 reviews

Junior: Southern Nazarene University is a small campus that puts community, commitment, and Christ at the center of its values. No matter a student's athletic status, academic goals, or level of involvement on campus, authoritative figures intentionally pursue each one with the intent of getting them connected with other staff and peers around campus. Professors know each student by name and set aside office time to ensure they are on the track to success. Placing Christ at the center of the school's being allows students to belong to something greater than themselves. It gives students something to believe in, and creates a culture of love for all who'd like to be part of it. I love that the staff and students I have grown to know now feel like my family away from home. Living hours away from my home, my parents, and my hometown friends is nowhere near as difficult as I thought it would be because of the people at SNU.... Read 330 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $20,535

• SAT range —

• Edmond, OK•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.84 out of 5  653 reviews

Sophomore: I really appreciate the community involvement and loving atmosphere that is found throughout Oklahoma Christian. The professors might be strict but they are providing adversities that will be faced after college and I respect them more because of that. The food at OC could improve by supplying more variation and allowing the Eagle Bucks to be used at more places; such as Subway, McDonald's, Starbucks...and the list goes on. Oklahoma Christian University is a great religious and private institution with many fun on-campus extracurricular activities.... Read 653 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 97%

• Net price $19,807

• SAT range 1000-1220

• Shawnee, OK•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.78 out of 5  720 reviews

Alum: My experience at OBU was fantastic! It takes time and effort, but you can find a good, supportive group of people there. The students also come with a variety of backgrounds and unique interests. I liked that I could walk to all of my classes. The teachers I had were supportive and personal. The gym had everything you would need. There were plenty of activities to get involved in as well. The environment was very relaxed. My only critique would be the food. Over time (perhaps new management) grilled chicken and other items like it seemed to become more rare or took more effort to get. The food quality didn’t seem quite as good as it used to be and the veal and other good dishes were only available when they had a day where potential future students were visiting. Other than that my time at OBU made me better.... Read 720 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 56%

• Net price $23,871

• SAT range 980-1210

• Alva, OK•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.67 out of 5  231 reviews

Senior: My time in Northwestern Oklahoma State University (NWOSU) has been interesting as I got to learn about their chemistry program, their psychology classes, and their clubs. The online classes are great for people who don't want to overwork themselves and can be done whenever they remember the due date. I also got to work at the museum and it's been fun learning about the history of the university and of the state.... Read 231 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 59%

• Net price $10,403

• SAT range 850-1090

• Chickasha, OK•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.7 out of 5  201 reviews

Freshman: Science and Arts is an Incredibly welcoming and fun school. The whole time I've been here I haven't met a single rude staff member and everyone in my dorm building has been sweet and easy to talk to. USAO has the biggest dorms in Oklahoma, so there's no need to worry about sharing a shoe box with your roommate. The classes have been easy to find and all of my professors have been welcoming to the whole class. USAO is a smaller campus so there's no worry about leaving your dorm 20 minutes early to make it too class on time, however there are still tons of fun things to do and you'll always see at least one familiar face at any social gathering. I dropped all my keys on the third day of orientation and my orientation leaders helped me find them and made sure the whole campus was aware of my missing keys and they made me feel a lot better about loosing them and helped me find them in front of Sparks hall. USAO is an easy going, welcoming, incredible school that I'm proud to be attending.... Read 201 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 63%

• Net price $9,573

• SAT range 600-1200

• Bartlesville, OK•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.76 out of 5  259 reviews

Junior: This is a great school with amazing staff and professors, small class sizes and a beautiful campus! Their experience there and the atmosphere are encouraging, encompassing and very welcoming.... Read 259 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 54%

• Net price $25,436

• SAT range 880-1130

• Lawton, OK•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.47 out of 5  783 reviews

Junior: They have an amazing teaching program! My aunt graduated from there about 20 years ago with her teaching degree. I am now a junior following in her footsteps. Cameron University Has a shockingly great and qualified staff despite the size of the town we live in. I would recommend this university to anybody! I have met. some amazing professors, and students that have become amazing teachers. No matter your age or background, Cameron University will open their arms to you and your education.... Read 783 reviews

• grade C+

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $9,294

• SAT range —

• Claremore, OK•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.62 out of 5  553 reviews

Senior: My experience at Rogers State University has been full of a transition of independence. I love Rogers State’s care for their athletes and students. If you take time and get to know your professors, then do everything they can and more for their student’s success! I do wish there was more push for student led organizations and maybe more campus events.... Read 553 reviews

• grade C+

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $12,242

• SAT range —

• Langston, OK•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.56 out of 5  925 reviews

Senior: I am a Graduating Senior from the South Central Area of the State of Kansas. I have attended Langston during the entirety of the pandemic health scare that has plagued Americans since November of 2019. Langston not only has provided me with a place to rest my head at night, but also a place where I can truly be myself without the fear of judgement, absolution, or shame. Langston University is the best undergraduate college and university in the southwestern part of the country that caters primarily to underserved populations. Coming from the sole metro area of South Central Kansas , I have had no incidentals with acclimating to both Dear Langston's rural setting and urban mission. I am proud to be a third generation college student and LU attendee.... Read 925 reviews

• grade C+

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $10,578

• SAT range —

• Goodwell, OK•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.47 out of 5  171 reviews

Freshman: My experience until now has been really good! I love OPSU. I am excited to be part of OPSU. The dorms, the sports facilities and academically are greats. The professors are there trying always to help you. They become like your family. I was afraid of being outside of my hometown, but was one of the best decisions that I had ever made.... Read 171 reviews

• grade C+

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $7,821

• SAT range —

• Tulsa, OK•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.48 out of 5  242 reviews

Freshman: Where can I start. I love Spartan. I love the faculty and instructors. I feel care for and understood. The airport and personnel are amazing and helpful. I came from a part 61 school and Spartan definitely surpassed my expectations.... Read 242 reviews

• grade C+

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $28,954

• SAT range —

• Bethany, OK•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.83 out of 5  151 reviews

Sophomore: Southwestern Christian University is a small university in Bethany, Oklahoma. The close-knit nature of the community has both benefits and drawbacks. In many aspects, Southwestern Christian University's size enables a highly controlled, interactive environment. While engaging in various community events, attending chapel, playing sports, or going to class, you won't run across an unfamiliar face. A supportive network is readily available in this context, which fosters a sense of accountability, acknowledgment, and safety. This sense of community and support has been wonderful, especially as an international student from South Africa. Being all alone in America was intimidating, but at Southwestern Christian, I had a strong network of friends and mentors right away. The student to professor ratio creates an environment of accountability and mutual respect. Courses and course work is easily accessible and the teachers work with you and are very flexible.... Read 151 reviews

• grade C

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $19,847

• SAT range —

• Moore, OK•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.5 out of 5  28 reviews

Senior: Good school, small classes, some teachers are very understanding, some don’t care about your circumstances. Chapel is mandatory apart from if you have a job and there are strict rules you have to follow most of the time. They have events throughout the year for everyone to be involved in the school and it is an easy place to make friends. A little support for the sports teams and drama/ music clubs and helpful staff most of the time.... Read 28 reviews

• grade C minus

• Acceptance rate 55%

• Net price $17,614

• SAT range 880-1060

• Muskogee, OK•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.2 out of 5  119 reviews

Senior: Great School to attend. Great teachers. Great Academics. Very diverse. Great Campus. Great Party Scene. Over all, the school is terrific.... Read 119 reviews

• grade C minus

• Acceptance rate 55%

• Net price $18,433

• SAT range 850-1000