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University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma
Most applicants get into University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma — 65.8% were admitted — so the real questions are cost, fit and outcomes, covered below.
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University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma anchors the college town of Chickasha, OK, where the public campus and town largely share a footprint. International students are a visible presence here — 7% of undergraduates come from outside the U.S.
Faculty pay averages $76,272 a year here — a rough proxy for what the school spends on the teaching itself. With 941 undergraduates and a residential core, weekends happen on campus — and 66.3% of first-years come back for a second year.
Submitters admitted here typically landed between 1043 and 1188 — near the OK middle for four-year schools. Put your own practice estimate on University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma's range with the SAT calculator, or bring a saved GPA from the grade tools.
Admissions
Scores help here but aren't the gate. If your SAT sits inside the 1043–1188 submitter range, sending it likely helps; below it, University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma's own policy says you can leave it out.
| Score | 25th | 50th | 75th |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAT Reading & Writing | 523 | 550 | 618 |
| SAT Math | 520 | 540 | 570 |
| ACT Composite | 21 | 23 | 25 |
Percentiles are among students who submitted scores (Fall 2023 admissions cycle).
In the Fall 2023 cycle, University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma received 1,465 applications and admitted 817 (55.8%), with 272 enrolling.
How University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma compares
| University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma | Oklahoma median | National median | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acceptance rate | 65.8% | 76% | 77.2% |
| Tuition (in-state) | $9,000 | $9,797 | $19,591 |
| Median earnings (10 yr) | $41,913 | $46,116 | $53,781 |
Ten years out, University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma's median earnings are $41,913 — below the Oklahoma benchmark of $46,116. Weigh that against the $9,000 price above; the by-major table shows majors drive much of this gap.
Cost, size & completion
As a public university, University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma prices by residency: $9,000 in-state versus $20,190 out-of-state — a $11,190 gap that makes state lines part of the decision.
With 941 undergraduates, University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma is small enough that class size and faculty access are structural, not marketing claims.
44.1% graduate within six years. Roughly 56% don't — ask a University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma tour guide what happens to them and watch the answer carefully.
Frequently asked questions
What GPA and test scores do you need for University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma?
Among admitted students who submitted scores, the middle 50% scored 1043–1188 on the SAT. There's no published GPA cutoff — pair these ranges with the 65.8% admission rate to judge your odds.
What is University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma's acceptance rate?
55.8% in the Fall 2023 cycle — 817 admitted from 1,465 applicants.
How much does University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma cost?
In-state tuition is $9,000; out-of-state students pay $20,190. Fees, housing and aid move the real total in both directions.
What do University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma graduates earn?
Federal data puts median earnings at $41,913 ten years after enrolling.
Similar colleges in Oklahoma
- Southeastern Oklahoma State University — 76.4% admitted
- University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus — 76.6% admitted
- University of Tulsa — 61.5% admitted
- Oklahoma City University — 77% admitted
Run your own numbers
Data: U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard (Jun 2026), IPEDS ADM2023/HD2024. Retrieved 2026-09-01. Figures reflect the latest federal cohorts, which lag the current admissions cycle.