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Central Oklahoma College

Type 2 year, Private
Business Model For Profit
Campus locale City: Large
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Continuous
Student body size Small
Student to faculty ratio 22 to 1
Students retention rate 46%
On-time graduation rate 64%

Located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Central Oklahoma College is a private, for profit institution that offers undergraduate degrees. The college operates on a continuous calendar system, providing flexibility in scheduling.

One of the notable aspects of Central Oklahoma College is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

Central Oklahoma College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

The retention rate of students at Central Oklahoma College is 46% , which is lower than both the state and national averages. The state average retention rate in Oklahoma is 62%, while the national average is 67%. This indicates that a significant proportion of students who enroll at Central Oklahoma College do not continue their studies after the first year.


  • Accredited by: Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges
The most popular programs at Central Oklahoma College are Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General, Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training, Barbering/Barber, Surgical Technology/Technologist, Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage. Below is the cost of attendance for these programs as well as the cost of attendance for similar schools that provide the same program.

Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General

Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training

Barbering/Barber

Surgical Technology/Technologist

Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 86 of freshman students at Central Oklahoma College received on average $3,734 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$3,734
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 62 85% $3,712 $230,141
Other Federal Grant 62 85% $3,712 $230,141
State Grant/Scholarships 0 0% - -
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 6 8% $850 $5,100
Total Grant & Scholarships 63 86% $3,734 $235,241

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Central Oklahoma College students who enrolled in 2018 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Central Oklahoma College students is 63.6%. Female students graduated at a rate of 66.7%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 33.3%.

63.6%

  • African American 45.4% 5 students
  • white 70.0% 7 students
  • hispanic 100.0% 5 students
  • Mixed Race 60.0% 3 students

Service Offerings

Central Oklahoma College provides the following additional services to its students
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Central Oklahoma College offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic
  • Occupational

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes