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Public, 2-Year
Altus, OK

Western Oklahoma State College

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

Annual Tuition

$5,446

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

N/A

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

34.1%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$38,248

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Western Oklahoma State College is a distinguished Public, 2-Year institution located in Altus, OK. With a competitive tuition profile of $5,446, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 34.1% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$10,892

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

1.3 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$8,248

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$71,588

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$154,068

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 34%

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 Western Oklahoma State College is $9,500.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
63.2%
36.8%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
46.1%
Hispanic
23.8%
Two or more
10.3%
Black
8.1%
International
5.4%
Unknown
3.8%
American Indian / Alaska Native
1.7%
Asian
0.7%
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

$5,446

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$6,899
$30k - $48k$7,009
$48k - $75k$10,619
$75k+$10,122

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$9,500
Pell Grant Recipients33.2%
Using Federal Loans9.9%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment39.7%

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

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Federal Grant$5,815
Avg. Pell Grant$5,575
Avg. State/Local Grant$2,823
Avg. Institutional Grant$3,790
Students Receiving Grants89.0%

* 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

59.2%

Success

34.1%

In-State Cost

$5,446

Age 25+ Students

24.9%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie 4

Working at 6yr

475 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

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

Property Crimes

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

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