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Oklahoma State University

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Overview

Established in 1890, the Oklahoma State University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the rural setting of the large town of Stillwater (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Oklahoma. This institution also has branch campuses in Tulsa, Oklahoma City and Okmulgee. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Oklahoma State University (OSU) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 20,000-24,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Oklahoma State University (OSU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 133-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 60-69% making this US higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. OSU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Oklahoma State University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Oklahoma State University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Oklahoma State University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Oklahoma State University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym OSU
Founded 1890
Colours Orange and black
Mascot Pistol Pete
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University Location

Address 107 Whitehurst
Stillwater
74078-1015 Oklahoma
United States
Oklahoma State University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Oklahoma State University Phone Number +1 (405) 744 5000
Oklahoma State University Fax Number +1 (405) 744 5285
Other locations Tulsa, Oklahoma City and Okmulgee

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Oklahoma State University's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Oklahoma State University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Oklahoma State University's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Oklahoma State University.

Oklahoma State University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)
7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)
International
students
20,000-24,999 US$
(18,225-22,780 Euro)
20,000-24,999 US$
(18,225-22,780 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Oklahoma State University's admission information.

Oklahoma State University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Oklahoma State University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Oklahoma State University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Oklahoma State University's acceptance rate range is 60-69% making this institution a moderately selective higher education institution.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is required
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are neither required nor recommended
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Oklahoma State University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

Oklahoma State University has more than 1200 international students.

Oklahoma State University's Admission Office Admission Office

219 Student Union
Stillwater 74078
(405) 744 6858
800 852 1255

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Oklahoma State University.

Oklahoma State University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Oklahoma State University has an enrollment range of 20,000-24,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


Oklahoma State University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 1,500-1,999 academic employees (Faculty).


Oklahoma State University's Control Type Control Type

Oklahoma State University is a public higher education institution.


Oklahoma State University's Entity Type Entity Type

Oklahoma State University is a non-profit higher education institution.


Oklahoma State University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Rural setting.


Oklahoma State University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Land Grant Institution Land Grant

This institution is a land-grant university and has a special focus on promoting education and research in agriculture, engineering and other related fields. Land-grant universities are also well known to have a high commitment to public service and outreach.


Religious Affiliation

Oklahoma State University does not have any religious affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official Oklahoma State University's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity
Size & Setting Four-year, large, primarily residential institution
Enrollment Profile High undergraduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, full-time, selective, higher transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Professions plus arts & sciences, high graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Research Doctoral: Comprehensive programs, with medical/veterinary school

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Oklahoma State University's main facilities:


Oklahoma State University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Oklahoma State University's Library

Oklahoma State University-Main Campus's library has 4 branches. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 1,977,786 physical volumes, 222,848 physical media and 719 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 249 full-time employees, including 37 librarians. Oklahoma State University-Main Campus's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Oklahoma State University's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the Oklahoma State University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 6,286 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Oklahoma State University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Oklahoma State University's main services:


Oklahoma State University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Oklahoma State University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Oklahoma State University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Oklahoma State University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Oklahoma State University's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Oklahoma State University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Oklahoma State University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Learning Commission


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Oklahoma State University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International)
  • American Association for Leisure and Recreation (AALR), Council on Accreditation
  • Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Oklahoma State University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Oklahoma State System of Higher Education (OSSHE)
  • Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities (APLU)
  • Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU)
  • Oklahoma Agricultural and Mechanical Colleges
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Oklahoma State University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Oklahoma State University's Facebook page Oklahoma State University's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

Oklahoma State University's X (formerly Twitter) page Oklahoma State University's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Oklahoma State University's YouTube channel Oklahoma State University's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Oklahoma State University's Instagram page Oklahoma State University's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Oklahoma State University's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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