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University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus

Type 4 year, Public
Campus locale Suburb: Midsize
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Large
Dormitory capacity 6,405
Student to faculty ratio 17 to 1
Acceptance rate 85%
Students retention rate 89%
On-time graduation rate 76%

Located in Norman, Oklahoma, OU is a public, institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

The acceptance rate of 85% indicates that OU is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, 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.

OU boasts an impressive student retention rate of 89% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 62% and 72%, respectively.


  • Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

85.2%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$12,012

Cost of attendance at University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus in 2022 for students from Oklahoma.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Oklahoma's average $7,578
National average $8,573

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$27,816

Cost of attendance at University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Oklahoma's average $16,350
National average $18,862

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 100 of freshman students at University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus received on average $10,298 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.

$10,298
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 889 23% $4,956 $4,406,265
Other Federal Grant 918 24% $6,630 $6,086,608
State Grant/Scholarships 768 20% $4,634 $3,559,015
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 3,841 100% $7,787 $29,908,277
Total Grant & Scholarships 3,841 100% $10,298 $39,553,900

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus students who enrolled in 2015 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 University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus students is 75.8%. Female students graduated at a rate of 79.0%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 72.1%.

75.8%

  • asian 79.1% 208 students
  • African American 70.2% 99 students
  • white 76.2% 1,869 students
  • unknown 78.2% 79 students
  • hawaiian 100.0% 2 students
  • hispanic 77.4% 246 students
  • International Students 88.2% 112 students
  • Mixed Race 68.8% 207 students

Sport Conferences

  • Football Big Twelve Conference
  • Baseball Big Twelve Conference
  • Basketball Big Twelve Conference
  • Track and Cross Country Big Twelve Conference

Athletic Associations

  • NCAA
    National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus provides the following additional services to its students
  • On-campus day care for students' children
  • Remedial services
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic
  • Postbaccalaureate Recreational or avocational education

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes
  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification
  • ROTC - Army
  • ROTC - Navy
  • ROTC - Air Force

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Recognized student veteran organization
  • Credit for military training
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)