University of Tulsa Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
University of Tulsa is a private research university in Tulsa, Oklahoma, serving roughly 2,813 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 61.51% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $61,408 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $50,061
- 2024 Average Net Price: $15,000 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 61.51% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 2,813 91.5% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 72.29%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity
- First-Generation Students: 22.8%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 2.9% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 12.3% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 70.5%
- Average SAT Score: 1389
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 3,101
- Applicants (IPEDS): 6,631
- Room & Board: $12,108 annual estimate
University of Tulsa: what the data shows
Common questions about University of Tulsa, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is University of Tulsa?
University of Tulsa is located in Tulsa, OK (ZIP 74104-3189).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is University of Tulsa public or private?
University of Tulsa is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does University of Tulsa cost?
Published tuition: $50,061.
Average net price after aid: $15,000.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $5,578 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $8,616 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $10,871 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $18,579 |
| $110,001+ | $25,473 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $200,244.
How hard is it to get into University of Tulsa?
Admission rate: 61.51%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1389 and midpoint ACT 26.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is University of Tulsa?
Total enrollment: 2,813 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 3,101 students.
Graduate enrollment: 1,062 students.
About 91% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at University of Tulsa?
150%-time completion rate: 72.29%.
First-year retention: 92.1%.
What do graduates of University of Tulsa earn?
Median earnings: $54,779 six years after entry; $61,408 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $21,500.
26.96% of students receive Pell grants.
What is University of Tulsa known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Law (123 completions)
- Computer Science (56 completions)
- Management Science (56 completions)
- Mechanical Engineering (54 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (53 completions)
- Behavioral Sciences (52 completions)
- Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance (49 completions)
- Petroleum Engineering (43 completions)
- Exercise Science and Kinesiology (39 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (33 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is University of Tulsa a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 61.51%; completion rate 72.29%; median earnings $61,408 at 10 years; net price $15,000. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$50,061
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of Tulsa was $50,061.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$15,000
2024 Value
In 2024 University of Tulsa had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $15,000.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$60,000 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$15,000 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$200,244 4-Year Tuition
$12,108 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$62,169 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$248,676 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for University of Tulsa.
Financial Aid by Income Level
26.96% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
32.88% 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 University of Tulsa 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 University of Tulsa 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 | $34,835 | $34,835 | $25,702 |
| 2014 | $35,855 | $35,855 | $26,844 |
| 2015 | $39,521 | $39,521 | $25,355 |
| 2016 | $41,509 | $41,509 | $23,392 |
| 2017 | $41,509 | $41,509 | $23,948 |
| 2018 | $41,509 | $41,509 | $22,817 |
| 2019 | $42,723 | $42,723 | $20,936 |
| 2020 | $43,985 | $43,985 | $24,232 |
| 2021 | $45,673 | $45,673 | $26,781 |
| 2022 | $47,211 | $47,211 | $27,005 |
| 2023 | $48,602 | $48,602 | $23,678 |
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
61.51% Acceptance Rate
6,631 Total Applicants
3,845 Students Admitted
594 First-Time Students Enrolled
15.45% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1389
ACT Average: 26
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.5 - 3.7
Estimated Median GPA: 3.60
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
University of Tulsa reported total enrollment of about 2,813 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 48% male and 52% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (49.7%), Hispanic or Latino (12.7%), and Two or More Races (9.2%). About 26.96% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 22.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
91.5% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at University of Tulsa in 2024 is 2,813 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 3,101 students. Graduate enrollment is about 1,062 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
92.1%
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 49.7%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
60.45% 100% Completion Time
72.29% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 60.45% of students graduating from University of Tulsa completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Law: 46% male / 54% female
- Computer Science: 84% male / 16% female
- Management Science: 68% male / 32% 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 University of Tulsa.
Return on Investment
$21,500 Median Student Debt
$61,408 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
35.01% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
923.47% Return on Investment
3.5 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for University of Tulsa.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 67 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Law: 123 completions
2. Computer Science: 56 completions
3. Management Science: 56 completions
4. Mechanical Engineering: 54 completions
5. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 53 completions
6. Behavioral Sciences: 52 completions
7. Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance: 49 completions
8. Petroleum Engineering: 43 completions
9. Exercise Science and Kinesiology: 39 completions
Most popular programs at University of Tulsa.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for University of Tulsa graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for University of Tulsa from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 70.5%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $12,082
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $18,075
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
University of Tulsa is a private non-profit institution located in Tulsa, OK, classified as Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Law, Computer Science, Management Science. Enrollment is approximately 2,813 students. Student body composition includes White (49.7%), Hispanic or Latino (12.7%), Two or More Races (9.2%). The admission rate is 61.51%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1389. The 150%-time completion rate is 72.29%. Approximately 26.96% of students receive Pell Grants. About 22.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity
Location
Tulsa, OK 74104-3189
Region: Southwest
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 67 distinct degree programs, University of Tulsa 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 University of Tulsa located?
University of Tulsa is located in Tulsa, OK.
What is University of Tulsa's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at University of Tulsa is 61.5% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 6,631 applicants and 3,845 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does University of Tulsa cost?
Reported tuition is $50,061 and average net price is $15,000 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $12,108 annually.
What is the student body demographics at University of Tulsa?
University of Tulsa reports undergraduate enrollment of about 3,101 students, White (49.7%), Hispanic or Latino (12.7%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend University of Tulsa?
About 22.8% of students at University of Tulsa are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for University of Tulsa?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, University of Tulsa reports midpoint SAT about 1389 and midpoint ACT about 26.
What do graduates of University of Tulsa earn?
Median earnings are $54,779 six years after entry and $61,408 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at University of Tulsa?
The 150%-time completion rate is 72.3% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do University of Tulsa students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $21,500.
Is University of Tulsa public or private?
University of Tulsa is a private nonprofit institution located in Tulsa, OK.
Is University of Tulsa an HBCU?
No. University of Tulsa is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is University of Tulsa a tribal college?
No. University of Tulsa 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
- Tulsa, Oklahoma city profile
- 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.