University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK | ou.edu
Founded in 1890, the University of Oklahoma is a public research university located in Norman, Oklahoma just 20 minutes south of Oklahoma City. OU’s Norman undergraduate population is slightly more than 20,000, giving students a major university experience in a private college atmosphere. With three campuses in Oklahoma, OU also offers study abroad opportunities at several locations and OU campuses overseas. Over 46% of OU students come from out of state, and 94% of students are offered a scholarship to attend. With 170+ degree programs, 40 national championships, and 650+ student organizations, OU provides students with small class sizes and big opportunities at one of the most beautiful college campuses in the country.
Representatives
Amanda Marsh She/Her/Hers
Senior Assistant Director of Admission
(858) 230-4070
baker@ou.edu
Swayde Watson
They/Them/Theirs
Admission Counselor
(916) 396-6209
scw@ou.edu
Details
Institution Type
Public
Campus Setting
Suburban
Closest Airport (Distance)
OKC (25 mi)
Enrollment (Undergrad / Total)
22,000 / 28,000
Average Class Size
32
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
18:1
Student Population
(Out of State / Diverse / Intl)
46% / 39% / 3%
Athletics Division
Division I
Athletics League
Big XII
Average ACT / SAT
26 / 1230
Average GPA
3.6
GPA Consideration
Admission: Unweighted
Scholarships: Weighted
Applications / Admits (Admit Rate)
21,500 / 15,500 (72%)
Deposits
4,700
Applications Accepted
Common App
Coalition App
University-Specific App
Application Information
Test Optional? Yes
Demonstrated Interest? Yes
Rolling Admission? Yes
Admission Interview? No
Need-blind Admission? Yes
WUE Tuition Exchange? No
CA Specific Scholarships? No
Freshman App Deadlines
Early Action: Nov 1
Scholarships: Dec 15
Final: Feb 1
Transfer App Deadline
Fall: June 1
Spring: Nov 1
Merit-Based Scholarship Consideration is Evaluated From
The Admission Application
Merit-Based Scholarship Deadline for Freshmen
Dec 15
Merit-Based Scholarship Deadline for Transfers
Fall: March 1
Spring: Nov 1
Link to Scholarship Info
ou.edu/admissions/affordability/scholarships
Points of Pride
OU has one of the highest first-year retention rates in the nation at 90%.
OU is test optional for admission and scholarship through at least 2025.
. OU offers top ranked programs in energy management, atmospheric science, advertising, dance, musical theatre, and more!
