At a glance
Average net price
$18,309
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
36.8%
Admission rate
78%
Undergrad size
10,170
In-state tuition
$8,818
Out-of-state tuition
$19,704
Cost of attendance
$26,392
Median earnings (10y)
$48,351
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,090
- ACT midpoint
- 21
- Retention
- 65.2%
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
26 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (24%), social sciences (21%), business (17%).
- STEM11%
- Health11%
- Business17%
- Humanities & arts24%
- Social sciences21%
- Trades & services16%
- Business16.8%~1,710 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Health professions11.5%~1,165 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- ~1,061 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Liberal arts9.8%~992 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Education8.4%~854 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~704 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Psychology6.1%~617 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~443 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Communication4.4%~443 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Social sciences4.0%~407 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Computer science3.4%~343 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~324 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Engineering2.7%~275 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~165 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~151 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- English1.1%~110 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History0.9%~96 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~82 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~59 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Mathematics0.4%~41 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Legal0.4%~37 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~32 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~27 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~18 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~9 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~4 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 415 | $33,747 | $27,000 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 313 | $57,320 | $26,375 |
| Security Science and Technology. | Bachelor's | 283 | — | $23,350 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 279 | $29,356 | $21,758 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 254 | $44,537 | $25,000 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 233 | $34,226 | $22,875 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 226 | $28,421 | $21,437 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 178 | $36,713 | $26,510 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 172 | $30,477 | $21,500 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 151 | $60,801 | $20,212 |
| Public Health. | Bachelor's | 135 | $45,015 | $21,625 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 135 | $47,536 | $27,273 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 134 | $38,737 | $25,000 |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. | Bachelor's | 131 | $35,191 | $21,500 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 125 | $44,066 | $24,793 |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 115 | $32,235 | $28,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 113 | $53,936 | — |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 97 | $39,354 | $22,350 |
| Journalism. | Bachelor's | 94 | $30,677 | $26,000 |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 80 | $23,703 | $23,125 |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Bachelor's | 71 | $42,583 | $17,900 |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor's | 69 | $34,599 | $15,875 |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master's | 67 | $41,282 | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 66 | $30,848 | $22,125 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master's | 56 | $53,587 | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 54 | $26,360 | $27,500 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 54 | — | — |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 52 | $64,116 | $31,000 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 50 | $31,938 | $29,000 |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor's | 47 | — | — |
| General Sales, Merchandising and Related Marketing Operations. | Bachelor's | 46 | $41,632 | $24,711 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Bachelor's | 45 | — | $20,251 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Master's | 44 | $47,206 | — |
| Funeral Service and Mortuary Science. | Bachelor's | 43 | $40,408 | $27,143 |
| Apparel and Textiles. | Bachelor's | 42 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master's | 41 | $41,982 | — |
| Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management. | Associate's | 41 | — | — |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods. | Master's | 41 | — | — |
| Public Administration. | Master's | 40 | $49,115 | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master's | 36 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About University of Central Oklahoma
University of Central Oklahoma is a large institution located in Edmond, Oklahoma, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 10,170 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Health professions, Homeland security & law enforcement.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at University of Central Oklahoma — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $18,309 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $8,818 for in-state students and $19,704 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $26,392 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 36.8%, a average completion outcome. 65.2% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $48,351 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
University of Central Oklahoma confers degrees and certificates across 26 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Health professions, Homeland security & law enforcement. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (24% of credentials), social sciences (21% of credentials), business (17% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
University of Central Oklahoma accepts 78% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,090. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 21.
Location & campus
Set in Edmond, Oklahoma (suburb), University of Central Oklahoma draws students from across Oklahoma and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about University of Central Oklahoma
Q.How much does University of Central Oklahoma cost?
The average net price at University of Central Oklahoma is $18,309 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $26,392.
Q.What is the graduation rate at University of Central Oklahoma?
University of Central Oklahoma has a 6-year graduation rate of 36.8% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into University of Central Oklahoma?
University of Central Oklahoma admits 78% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do University of Central Oklahoma graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median University of Central Oklahoma graduate earns $48,351 per year.
Q.What is tuition at University of Central Oklahoma?
Published tuition is $8,818 in-state and $19,704 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is University of Central Oklahoma located?
University of Central Oklahoma is located in Edmond, Oklahoma (ZIP 73034).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with University of Central Oklahoma at their official website.