Langston University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Langston University is a public research university in Langston, Oklahoma, enrolling about 1,742 students. Langston University awards degrees and certificates tracked in federal College Scorecard and IPEDS reporting. Published tuition for full-time study is about $6,863 per year before aid; net price varies by family income. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $33,261 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $6,863
- 2024 Average Net Price: $11,504 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,742 94.8% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 16.84%
- Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus
- First-Generation Students: 36.4%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 1.3% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 8.9% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 75.5%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 1,913
- Room & Board: $11,244 annual estimate
Langston University: what the data shows
Common questions about Langston University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Langston University?
Langston University is located in Langston, OK (ZIP 73050).
Is Langston University public or private?
Langston University is a Public institution.
How much does Langston University cost?
Published tuition: $6,863 in-state, $14,616 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $11,504.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $11,117 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $9,782 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $12,315 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $15,530 |
| $110,001+ | $15,756 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $27,452.
How big is Langston University?
Total enrollment: 1,742 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 1,913 students.
Graduate enrollment: 195 students.
About 95% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Langston University?
150%-time completion rate: 16.84%.
First-year retention: 53.9%.
What do graduates of Langston University earn?
Median earnings: $29,691 six years after entry; $33,261 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $26,000.
67.81% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Langston University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- General Studies (78 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (58 completions)
- Corrections (55 completions)
- Physical Education Teaching and Coaching (23 completions)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (19 completions)
- Psychology, General (18 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (17 completions)
- Physical Therapy/Therapist (12 completions)
- 00.0010 (11 completions)
- Hospital and Health Care Facilities Administration/Management (9 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Langston University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 16.84%; median earnings $33,261 at 10 years; net price $11,504. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$6,863
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Langston University was $6,863.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$11,504
2024 Value
In 2024 Langston University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $11,504.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$46,016 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$11,504 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$27,452 4-Year In-State Tuition
$58,464 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$11,244 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$780 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$18,887 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$75,548 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Langston University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
67.81% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
60.07% 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 Langston 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 Langston 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 | $3,815 | $9,239 | $6,406 |
| 2014 | $4,603 | $11,589 | $6,379 |
| 2015 | $5,042 | $12,370 | $12,786 |
| 2016 | $5,734 | $13,073 | $13,800 |
| 2017 | $5,936 | $13,286 | $13,137 |
| 2018 | $6,226 | $13,586 | $13,770 |
| 2019 | $6,421 | $13,840 | $12,131 |
| 2020 | $6,509 | $13,889 | $12,384 |
| 2021 | $6,509 | $13,889 | $11,951 |
| 2022 | $6,639 | $14,166 | $10,427 |
| 2023 | $6,728 | $14,255 | $11,359 |
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
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Langston University reported total enrollment of about 1,742 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 43% male and 57% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Black or African American (74.6%), Two or More Races (8.0%), and Hispanic or Latino (5.7%). About 67.81% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 36.4% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
94.8% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Langston University in 2024 is 1,742 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 1,913 students. Graduate enrollment is about 195 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
53.9%
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 Black or African American at 74.6%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
25.86% 100% Completion Time
16.84% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 25.86% of students graduating from Langston University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- General Studies: 28% male / 72% female
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 2% male / 98% female
- Corrections: 25% male / 75% 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: Black or African American.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Langston University.
Return on Investment
$26,000 Median Student Debt
$33,261 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
78.17% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
622.81% Return on Investment
7.8 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Langston University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 29 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. General Studies: 78 completions
2. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 58 completions
3. Corrections: 55 completions
4. Physical Education Teaching and Coaching: 23 completions
5. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 19 completions
6. Psychology, General: 18 completions
7. Business Administration and Management, General: 17 completions
8. Physical Therapy/Therapist: 12 completions
9. 00.0010: 11 completions
Most popular programs at Langston University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Langston University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Langston University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 75.5%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $6,261
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $8,500
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Langston University is a public institution located in Langston, OK, classified as Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were General Studies, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Corrections. Enrollment is approximately 1,742 students. Student body composition includes Black or African American (74.6%), Two or More Races (8.0%), Hispanic or Latino (5.7%). The 150%-time completion rate is 16.84%. Approximately 67.81% of students receive Pell Grants. About 36.4% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus
Location
Langston, OK 73050
Region: Southwest
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 16.84% graduation rate at Langston 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Langston University located?
Langston University is located in Langston, OK.
How much does Langston University cost?
Reported tuition is $6,863 and average net price is $11,504 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $11,244 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Langston University?
Langston University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 1,913 students, Black or African American (74.6%), Two or More Races (8.0%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Langston University?
About 36.4% of students at Langston University are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Langston University earn?
Median earnings are $29,691 six years after entry and $33,261 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Langston University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 16.8% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Langston University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $26,000.
Is Langston University public or private?
Langston University is a public institution located in Langston, OK.
Is Langston University an HBCU?
Yes. Langston University is flagged as a historically Black college or university (HBCU) in IPEDS.
Is Langston University a tribal college?
No. Langston University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Langston University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Langston University does not meet that proxy (reported share 5.7%).
Is Langston University religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Langston University in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
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.