University of Central Oklahoma
About University of Central Oklahoma
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
UCO is a public university in Edmond, Oklahoma, in the Oklahoma City metro area. It is the third-largest university in Oklahoma and offers programs in business, education, forensic science, and the arts.
Founded
1890
Location
Edmond, Oklahoma
Students
11,947
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
78.1%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
36.8%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$8,818
Out-of-state: $19,704
Avg Net Price
$18,309
After financial aid
SAT Average
1090
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$48,351
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Moderate
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Required
Application Fee
$40
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
University of Central Oklahoma accepts the majority of applicants at 78.1%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1090/ 1600
Average: 1090 out of 1600
ACT Scores
21/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
36.8% complete their degree within six years
Retention
65.2%
4-Year Grad
12%
6-Year Grad
35%
Teaching Quality
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$11.0K
Class Size
Medium
The 12% graduation rate is below average, but 65.2% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$8,818
In-State
$19,704
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$9,700
Books & Supplies
$1,600
Total Cost of Attendance
$26,392
After Financial Aid
$18,309
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$15,275
Receive Grants
36.5%
Take Loans
33.2%
The full cost of attendance is about $26,392/yr for in-state students, including $9,700 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $18,309. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $19,704.
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 University of Central Oklahoma fund their education.
While in School
36.5%
Get Grants
Free money
33.2%
Take Loans
Must repay
$35,444
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$21,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$223/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 33.2% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $21,000. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends University of Central Oklahoma.
Gender
62.2%
Female
38%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
10,170
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
1,777
Graduates
37.2%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
19.7%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 62% of the student body. 37.2% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
10,170
Students
public
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
University of Central Oklahoma fields 11 varsity teams with 470 student athletes, about 5% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II with football
Conference
Mid-America
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
11
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
470
5% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
59% / 41%
279
Men
191
Women
5
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 University of Central Oklahomaearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$48,351
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$38K
195 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$71K
158 grads
1yr Earnings
Security Science and Technology
$39K
134 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$29K
126 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$46K
124 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$34K
114 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $43K six years out, growing to $48K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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