Oklahoma Wesleyan University
About Oklahoma Wesleyan University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Oklahoma Wesleyan University is a private university in Bartlesville, OK. It has a 52.1% acceptance rate and a 33.9% graduation rate, serving approximately 722 students.
Founded
1909
Location
Bartlesville, Oklahoma
Students
788
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
66.2%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
34.8%
Below national average
Tuition
$33,550
Per year
Avg Net Price
$28,358
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not Considered
Test-blind. Grades and essays decide
Median Earnings
$59,841
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
66.2 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Blind
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
With a 66.2% acceptance rate, Oklahoma Wesleyan University admits most students who meet the academic standards. Focus on putting together a complete, thoughtful application.
SAT Scores
N/A
Not reported
ACT Scores
20/ 36
Average: 20 out of 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
34.8% complete their degree within six years
Retention
50%
4-Year Grad
30%
6-Year Grad
33%
Teaching Quality
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
27.3%
$/Student
$5.7K
Class Size
Medium
The 30% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$33,550
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$10,274
Books & Supplies
$1,348
Total Cost of Attendance
$44,743
After Financial Aid
$28,358
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$25,011
Receive Grants
29.3%
Take Loans
51.9%
The total cost of attendance runs about $44,743/yr, including $10,274 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $28,358.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Oklahoma Wesleyan University fund their education.
While in School
29.3%
Get Grants
Free money
51.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$50,830
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$24,813
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$263/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $24,813 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Oklahoma Wesleyan University.
Gender
45.9%
Female
54%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
673
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
115
Graduates
40.8%
First-Gen
26 yrs
Avg Age
10.1%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 26, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 40.8% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 5.8% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
673
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Oklahoma Wesleyan University fields 11 varsity teams with 482 student athletes, about 72% of the student body.
Division
NAIA
Division II
Conference
Kansas
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
11
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
482
72% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
59% / 41%
284
Men
198
Women
8
Men's Teams
8
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Oklahoma Wesleyan Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$59,841
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business/Commerce, General
$54K
30 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$74K
24 grads
1yr Earnings
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
—
13 grads
Radio, Television, and Digital Communication
—
10 grads
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other
$58K
10 grads
1yr Earnings
Accounting and Related Services
—
7 grads
Graduates earn about $56K six years out, growing to $60K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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