Southwestern Oklahoma State Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Southwestern Oklahoma State University is a public research university in Weatherford, Oklahoma, serving roughly 3,514 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 100.00% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $45,744 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $8,469
- 2024 Average Net Price: $14,459 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 100.00% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 3,514 84.4% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 39.69%
- Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
- First-Generation Students: 40.6%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 2.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 10.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 99.5%
- Average SAT Score: 1050
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 5,244
- Applicants (IPEDS): 1,689
- Room & Board: $7,634 annual estimate
Southwestern Oklahoma State University: what the data shows
Common questions about Southwestern Oklahoma State University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Southwestern Oklahoma State University?
Southwestern Oklahoma State University is located in Weatherford, OK (ZIP 73096-3001).
NCES locale classification: Town remote.
Is Southwestern Oklahoma State University public or private?
Southwestern Oklahoma State University is a Public institution.
How much does Southwestern Oklahoma State University cost?
Published tuition: $8,469 in-state, $8,499 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $14,459.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $10,987 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $10,094 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $12,069 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $17,500 |
| $110,001+ | $19,595 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $33,876.
How hard is it to get into Southwestern Oklahoma State University?
Admission rate: 100.00%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1050 and midpoint ACT 20.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Southwestern Oklahoma State University?
Total enrollment: 3,514 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 5,244 students.
Graduate enrollment: 839 students.
About 84% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Southwestern Oklahoma State University?
150%-time completion rate: 39.69%.
First-year retention: 67.7%.
What do graduates of Southwestern Oklahoma State University earn?
Median earnings: $42,896 six years after entry; $45,744 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $15,954.
38.90% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Southwestern Oklahoma State University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (285 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (142 completions)
- 05.1201 (57 completions)
- Health Professions and Related Programs (54 completions)
- Pharmacy (54 completions)
- 00.0300 (50 completions)
- Elementary Education and Teaching (48 completions)
- General Studies (46 completions)
- Educational Assessment, Testing, and Measurement (36 completions)
- Secondary Education and Teaching (34 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Southwestern Oklahoma State University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 100.00%; completion rate 39.69%; median earnings $45,744 at 10 years; net price $14,459. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$8,469
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Southwestern Oklahoma State University was $8,469.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$14,459
2024 Value
In 2024 Southwestern Oklahoma State University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $14,459.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$57,836 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$14,459 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$33,876 4-Year In-State Tuition
$33,996 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$7,634 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,318 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$17,421 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$69,684 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Southwestern Oklahoma State University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
38.90% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
30.91% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Southwestern Oklahoma State University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Southwestern Oklahoma State University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $5,460 | $11,820 | $10,272 |
| 2014 | $5,820 | $12,270 | $10,686 |
| 2015 | $6,090 | $12,540 | $11,514 |
| 2016 | $6,690 | $13,440 | $11,864 |
| 2017 | $7,005 | $13,905 | $12,002 |
| 2018 | $7,335 | $14,235 | $12,115 |
| 2019 | $7,695 | $14,595 | $12,891 |
| 2020 | $7,913 | $15,023 | $13,202 |
| 2021 | $7,913 | $15,023 | $12,238 |
| 2022 | $8,130 | $15,240 | $13,215 |
| 2023 | $8,295 | $8,325 | $14,542 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
100.00% Acceptance Rate
1,689 Total Applicants
1,689 Students Admitted
736 First-Time Students Enrolled
43.58% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1050
ACT Average: 20
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Southwestern Oklahoma State University reported total enrollment of about 3,514 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 38% male and 62% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (60.0%), Hispanic or Latino (14.3%), and Two or More Races (10.6%). About 38.90% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 40.6% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
84.4% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Southwestern Oklahoma State University in 2024 is 3,514 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 5,244 students. Graduate enrollment is about 839 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
67.7%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 60.0%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
26.62% 100% Completion Time
39.69% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 26.62% of students graduating from Southwestern Oklahoma State University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 11% male / 89% female
- Business Administration and Management, General: 51% male / 49% female
- 05.1201: 42% male / 58% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Southwestern Oklahoma State University.
Return on Investment
$15,954 Median Student Debt
$45,744 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
34.88% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
690.93% Return on Investment
3.5 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Southwestern Oklahoma State University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 56 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 285 completions
2. Business Administration and Management, General: 142 completions
3. 05.1201: 57 completions
4. Health Professions and Related Programs: 54 completions
5. Pharmacy: 54 completions
6. 00.0300: 50 completions
7. Elementary Education and Teaching: 48 completions
8. General Studies: 46 completions
9. Educational Assessment, Testing, and Measurement: 36 completions
Most popular programs at Southwestern Oklahoma State University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Southwestern Oklahoma State University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Southwestern Oklahoma State University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 99.5%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $7,875
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $10,504
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Southwestern Oklahoma State University is a public institution located in Weatherford, OK, classified as Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, 05.1201. Enrollment is approximately 3,514 students. Student body composition includes White (60.0%), Hispanic or Latino (14.3%), Two or More Races (10.6%). The admission rate is 100.00%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1050. The 150%-time completion rate is 39.69%. Approximately 38.90% of students receive Pell Grants. About 40.6% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
Location
Weatherford, OK 73096-3001
Region: Southwest
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 39.69% graduation rate at Southwestern Oklahoma State University falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 56 distinct degree programs, Southwestern Oklahoma State University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Southwestern Oklahoma State University located?
Southwestern Oklahoma State University is located in Weatherford, OK.
What is Southwestern Oklahoma State University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Southwestern Oklahoma State University is 100.0% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 1,689 applicants and 1,689 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Southwestern Oklahoma State University cost?
Reported tuition is $8,469 and average net price is $14,459 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $7,634 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Southwestern Oklahoma State University?
Southwestern Oklahoma State University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 5,244 students, White (60.0%), Hispanic or Latino (14.3%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Southwestern Oklahoma State University?
About 40.6% of students at Southwestern Oklahoma State University are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Southwestern Oklahoma State University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Southwestern Oklahoma State University reports midpoint SAT about 1050 and midpoint ACT about 20.
What do graduates of Southwestern Oklahoma State University earn?
Median earnings are $42,896 six years after entry and $45,744 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Southwestern Oklahoma State University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 39.7% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Southwestern Oklahoma State University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $15,954.
Is Southwestern Oklahoma State University public or private?
Southwestern Oklahoma State University is a public institution located in Weatherford, OK.
Is Southwestern Oklahoma State University an HBCU?
No. Southwestern Oklahoma State University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Southwestern Oklahoma State University a tribal college?
No. Southwestern Oklahoma State University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Oklahoma college costs
- Oklahoma colleges by ROI
- Southwest regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Oklahoma
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.