University of Tulsa
About University of Tulsa
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
University of Tulsa is a private research university in Tulsa, Oklahoma. It is known for its petroleum engineering and cybersecurity programs, alongside strong offerings in mechanical engineering, computer science, and business.
Founded
1894
Location
Tulsa, Oklahoma
Students
3,875
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
61.5%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
72.3%
Near national average
Tuition
$50,061
Per year
Avg Net Price
$15,000
After financial aid
SAT Average
1389
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$61,408
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
61.5 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$50
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
University of Tulsa accepts 61.5% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
1389/ 1600
ACT Scores
26/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Above Average
72.3% complete their degree within six years
Retention
92.1%
4-Year Grad
58%
6-Year Grad
73%
Teaching Quality
10:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
70.6%
$/Student
$18.1K
Class Size
Small
While 58% finish in 4 years, 92.1% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$50,061
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$12,108
Books & Supplies
$0
Total Cost of Attendance
$64,459
After Financial Aid
$15,000
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$5,578
Receive Grants
27%
Take Loans
32.9%
Don't let the $50,061 sticker price scare you. Most students pay around $15,000 after financial aid, a 70% discount. Families earning under $30K pay closer to $5,578.
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 Tulsa fund their education.
While in School
27%
Get Grants
Free money
32.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$56,709
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$21,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$228/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 32.9% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $21,500. 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 Tulsa.
Gender
52.2%
Female
48%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,813
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
1,062
Graduates
22.8%
First-Gen
20 yrs
Avg Age
5.2%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (52% women, 48% men). 22.8% are first-generation college students.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
2,813
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
R2 Research
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
University of Tulsa fields 11 varsity teams with 519 student athletes, about 18% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division I-FBS
Conference
American
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
11
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
519
18% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
53% / 47%
276
Men
243
Women
7
Men's Teams
10
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of University of Tulsaearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$61,408
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Biology, General
—
52 grads
Computer Science
$74K
51 grads
1yr Earnings
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
$63K
49 grads
4yr Earnings
Mechanical Engineering
$70K
46 grads
1yr Earnings
Behavioral Sciences
—
39 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$74K
39 grads
1yr Earnings
Earnings grow steadily here: $55K at six years, $57K at eight, and $61K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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