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Public, 4-Year
Edmond, OK

University of Central Oklahoma

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in OK. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$8,522

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

81.8%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

36.4%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$48,351

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

University of Central Oklahoma is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Edmond, OK. With a competitive tuition profile of $8,522, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 36.4% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

ACT Score Range

Composite17 – 24
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

81.8%

Transfer-Out Rate27.9%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$34,088

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

1.9 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$18,351

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$149,422

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$332,932

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 36%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at University of Central Oklahoma is $21,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
62.3%
37.7%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
51.9%
Hispanic
15.3%
Two or more
11.7%
Black
8.2%
Asian
4.7%
American Indian / Alaska Native
3.7%
International
3.1%
Unknown
1.3%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$8,522

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$16,012
$30k - $48k$16,695
$48k - $75k$20,039
$75k+$23,781

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$21,000
Pell Grant Recipients35.5%
Using Federal Loans34.8%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment55.0%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Federal Grant$5,043
Avg. Pell Grant$4,849
Avg. State/Local Grant$4,523
Avg. Institutional Grant$2,674
Students Receiving Grants78.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

65.5%

Success

36.4%

In-State Cost

$8,522

Age 25+ Students

19.7%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Larger

Working at 6yr

4,091 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Edmond (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Edmond (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.