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Southwestern Oklahoma State University

Weatherford, Oklahoma · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$42,896

Acceptance Rate

100%

Graduation Rate

37%

Annual Tuition

$8,295

Quick answer

According to U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data on USACollegeData.com (2024-25 College Scorecard release), graduates of Southwestern Oklahoma State University earn a median of $45,744 ten years after entry — 15% below the national median. Acceptance rate 100.0%, in-state tuition $8,295.

At a Glance

Total Students

3,469

Retention Rate

70%

Faculty Ratio

19

Financial Aid

65%

Median Debt

$15,954

Campus Setting

Town

Institution Type

Public

Institution Overview

Southwestern Oklahoma State University is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 100%. The university has a student body of 3,469. The median debt for graduates is $15,954, and 65.4% of students receive financial aid. The one-year post-graduation earnings are $49,371.

The university's graduation rate is 36.9%, with a retention rate of 69.7%. The in-state tuition is $8,295. Five years after graduation, alumni earn a median of $42,896, and ten years after graduation, the median earnings are $45,744.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$49k

1 YEAR

$43k

5 YEARS

$46k

10 YEARS

Top 60% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Southwestern Oklahoma State University alumni earn a median of $49,371. Five years after graduation, median earnings decrease to $42,896, but increase to $45,744 ten years after graduation. The median debt for graduates is $15,954.

Southwestern Oklahoma State University has a 36.9% graduation rate and a 69.7% retention rate. The university has an acceptance rate of 100% and a student body of 3,469 students. The in-state tuition is $8,295, and 65.4% of students receive financial aid.

Popular Programs

Top performing degrees based on enrollment and outcome data.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

Graduates 231 / yr
Median Salary $75,846

Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration

Graduates 172 / yr
Median Salary $120,944

Business Administration, Management and Operations

Graduates 149 / yr
Median Salary $61,372

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods

Graduates 77 / yr
Median Salary $49,430

Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology

Graduates 45 / yr
Median Salary $53,204

Health and Medical Administrative Services

Graduates 44 / yr
Median Salary $41,575

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas

Graduates 43 / yr
Median Salary $43,302

Educational Administration and Supervision

Graduates 43 / yr
Median Salary $66,072

Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management

Graduates 36 / yr
Median Salary $38,506

Engineering Technology, General

Graduates 35 / yr
Median Salary $46,174

Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services

Graduates 35 / yr
Median Salary $43,773

Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other

Graduates 32 / yr
Median Salary $38,641

Computer and Information Sciences, General

Graduates 29 / yr
Median Salary $55,560

Biology, General

Graduates 25 / yr
Median Salary $26,231

Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General

Graduates 20 / yr
Median Salary $50,704

Bioethics/Medical Ethics

Graduates 0 / yr
Median Salary $88,466

Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other

Graduates 0 / yr
Median Salary $44,818

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Campus Location

Weatherford, Oklahoma

Weatherford, OK 73096-3001

Southwestern Oklahoma State University is located in Weatherford, Oklahoma. The campus is in a town setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Southwestern Oklahoma State University has an acceptance rate of 100.0%.