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University of Central Oklahoma

Also known as: UCO, Central

📍 Edmond, Oklahoma🏛️ Suburban Setting👥 10,170 Undergrads🔗 www.uco.edu

Overview

University of Central Oklahoma is a large public research university in Edmond, Oklahoma. It enrolls about 10,170 undergraduate students with an acceptance rate of 78%. Graduates earn a median of $48,351 ten years after entry.

Quick Stats

Acceptance Rate

78%

Less Selective

SAT Avg

1,090

Net Price

$18,309

After avg. aid

Grad Rate (6yr)

37%

Retention

65%

First-year, FT

Median Earnings

$48,351

10 yrs after entry

Admissions

Less Selective

Acceptance Rate

78.1%

SAT Average

1,090

ACT Composite

18–24

Test Policy

Required

SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)

EBRW (Reading & Writing)

200Not reported800

Math

200Not reported800

ACT Score Range (Middle 50%)

Composite

118 – 24 (mid 50%)36

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition

$8,818

Annual + fees

Out-of-State

$19,704

Annual + fees

Cost of Attendance

$26,392

Total annual

Avg. Net Price

$18,309

After aid

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Avg. Net Price
$0 – $30,000	$15,275
$30,001 – $48,000	$15,828
$48,001 – $75,000	$17,776
$75,001 – $110,000	$23,249
$110,001 +	$24,183

Financial Aid Snapshot

% with federal loans

33.2%

Academics & Programs

University of Central Oklahoma offers programs across 26 fields. Top by degrees awarded:

Business, Management & Marketing

16.8%

Health Professions

11.5%

Homeland Security & Law Enforcement

10.4%

Liberal Arts & General Studies

9.8%

Education

8.4%

Visual & Performing Arts

6.9%

Psychology

6.1%

Communication & Journalism

4.4%

Outcomes

6-Year Grad Rate

37%

On-Time (4yr)

17%

Retention (FT)

65%

% Earning >$25K

74%

10 yrs after entry

Median Earnings After Entry

6 years

$43,074

8 years

$44,951

10 years

$48,351

Graduation Rate by Race

Asian

53.1%

White

38.5%

Hispanic

Diversity

Race & Ethnicity

White

50.9%

Black or African American

8.3%

Asian

4.6%

Hispanic / Latino

15.5%

Two or more races

12.2%

International

3.4%

Gender

Women

62.2%

Men

37.9%

Background

Frequently Asked Questions

Is University of Central Oklahoma hard to get into?

Less Selective — the acceptance rate is 78%. Admitted students average an SAT of 1090.

How much does University of Central Oklahoma cost?

In-state tuition is $8,818, and out-of-state is $19,704. Average net price after financial aid is $18,309.

What is University of Central Oklahoma known for?

Most popular programs include Business, Management & Marketing, Health Professions, Homeland Security & Law Enforcement.

What's the graduation rate at University of Central Oklahoma?

The 6-year graduation rate is 37%, and 65% of first-year, full-time students return for their second year.

Data source: U.S. Department of Education.