Best Grad Schools in Oklahoma 2024

BEST IN OKLAHOMA GRADUATE SCHOOLS
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Graduate school may be a critical step in your higher education, whether you are interested in expanding your knowledge, learning a specialization, or earning advanced credentials required by your profession. The best graduate schools in Oklahoma offer advanced degrees, such as master’s and doctoral degrees, as well as opportunities for independent research, mentorships, and professional networking.

Best Grad Schools in Oklahoma

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  1. University of Oklahoma
  2. University of Tulsa
  3. Oklahoma State University–Stillwater
  4. Oral Roberts University
  5. Oklahoma City University
  6. Southern Nazarene University
  1. University of Oklahoma 85%
  2. Oral Roberts University 85%
  3. Oklahoma City University 79%
  4. University of Tulsa 75%
  5. Oklahoma State University–Stillwater 68%
  1. University of Oklahoma 20 to 1
  2. Oklahoma State University–Stillwater 18 to 1
  3. Oral Roberts University 16 to 1
  4. Southern Nazarene University 14 to 1
  5. Oklahoma City University 10 to 1
  6. University of Tulsa 10 to 1
  1. University of Tulsa $45,673
  2. Oklahoma City University $32,744
  3. Oral Roberts University $31,558
  4. Southern Nazarene University $27,000
  5. Oklahoma State University–Stillwater $5,417
  6. University of Oklahoma $4,920
  1. University of Tulsa $24,282
  2. Southern Nazarene University $12,590
  3. Oral Roberts University $11,670
  4. Oklahoma City University $10,620
  5. University of Oklahoma $8,034
  6. Oklahoma State University–Stillwater $5,611
  1. Southern Nazarene University
  2. Oklahoma City University
  3. Oral Roberts University
  4. Oklahoma State University–Stillwater
  5. University of Tulsa
  6. University of Oklahoma
  1. Oklahoma State University–Stillwater 68%
  2. University of Tulsa 75%
  3. Oklahoma City University 79%
  4. Oral Roberts University 85%
  5. University of Oklahoma 85%
  1. Oklahoma City University 10 to 1
  2. University of Tulsa 10 to 1
  3. Southern Nazarene University 14 to 1
  4. Oral Roberts University 16 to 1
  5. Oklahoma State University–Stillwater 18 to 1
  6. University of Oklahoma 20 to 1
  1. University of Oklahoma $4,920
  2. Oklahoma State University–Stillwater $5,417
  3. Southern Nazarene University $27,000
  4. Oral Roberts University $31,558
  5. Oklahoma City University $32,744
  6. University of Tulsa $45,673
  1. Oklahoma State University–Stillwater $5,611
  2. University of Oklahoma $8,034
  3. Oklahoma City University $10,620
  4. Oral Roberts University $11,670
  5. Southern Nazarene University $12,590
  6. University of Tulsa $24,282

Colleges and Universities in Oklahoma

Less than half of the schools in Oklahoma are private schools. However, students who attend one these schools can expect a more intimate college experience, as each has a student population smaller than 4,000 students. The largest private school, the University of Tulsa, offers degrees in fields like education, criminal justice, and literature, with tuition fees around $41,000. The public schools tend to be more cost-friendly, with tuition ranging from $4,000 to $9,000 per year.

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The University of Oklahoma, the state’s largest public school, costs about $9,000 and serves over 24,000 students. Here, students can partake in competitive on-campus programs in fields like communications and social work, or pursue one of the 30 graduate degrees and certificates online. Oklahoma is also home to several religiously affiliated schools, like Oral Roberts University and Bacone College. Students hoping to pursue a career as a physician, physician’s assistant, or dentist may also want to consider earning their degree here as the state offers several loan forgiveness programs to those who qualify.

The state of Oklahoma is serious about its food - so serious they even declared an official state meal, which consists of fried okra, cornbread, barbecue pork, squash, biscuits, sausage and gravy, grits, corn, strawberries, chicken fried steak, black-eyed peas, and pecan pie. Those hoping to feed both their bellies and their minds can attend one of Oklahoma’s more than 40 colleges and universities.

To learn more about earning your degree in Oklahoma, check out some of the state’s top programs.


What are Oklahoma’s Colleges & Universities?

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There are 6 doctorate-granting graduate schools in Oklahoma. Our ranking of the best graduate schools in the Oklahoma is composed of both private and public schools. To be included, schools must be fully accredited non-profit institutions, and must offer doctoral degrees and a broad array of graduate degrees.

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Best Grad Schools in Oklahoma 2023

  2. #2

    University of Tulsa

    Tulsa , OK
    #1 The Most Influential Universities and Colleges Ranked by State 2024 #1 Best Christian Colleges in Oklahoma 2024 #1 Best Small Colleges in Oklahoma 2024 #1 Best Private Colleges in Oklahoma 2024
    Other Rankings

    Tuition + fees

    $46K

    Acceptance

    75%

    Graduation

    73%

    Student body

    3K

    Median SAT/ACT

    1205/27

    Career Outlook for degree at University of Tulsa

    Cost of Degree: $45,138
    Expenses: $20,592
    Starting Salary: $66,848
    Salary after 4 years: $80,012
    Cost Recoup Time: 14 years
    Paid back at 15% of annual salary
    What is University of Tulsa known for?

    University of Tulsa’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

    Most Influential Alumni

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  4. #4

    Oklahoma City University

    Oklahoma City , OK
    #2 Best Christian Colleges in Oklahoma 2024 #2 Best Small Colleges in Oklahoma 2024 #2 Best Private Colleges in Oklahoma 2024 #4 Best Colleges in Oklahoma 2024
    Other Rankings

    Tuition + fees

    $33K

    Acceptance

    79%

    Graduation

    65%

    Student body

    2K

    Median SAT/ACT

    1171/25

    Career Outlook for degree at Oklahoma City University

    Cost of Degree: $32,744
    Expenses: $13,736
    Starting Salary: $53,867
    Cost Recoup Time: 15 years
    Paid back at 15% of annual salary
    What is Oklahoma City University known for?

    Oklahoma City University’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

    Most Influential Alumni

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  5. #5

    Oral Roberts University

    Tulsa , OK
    #12 Best Online Christian Colleges and Universities for Doctoral Degrees #12 Best CCCU Colleges and Universities 2024 #2 Best Liberal Arts Colleges in Oklahoma 2024 #3 The Most Influential Universities and Colleges Ranked by State 2024
    Other Rankings

    Tuition + fees

    $32K

    Acceptance

    85%

    Graduation

    59%

    Student body

    4K

    Median SAT/ACT

    1100/23

    Career Outlook for degree at Oral Roberts University

    Cost of Degree: $31,558
    Expenses: $14,476
    Starting Salary: $40,024
    Salary after 4 years: $49,332
    Cost Recoup Time: 15 years
    Paid back at 15% of annual salary
    What is Oral Roberts University known for?

    Oral Roberts University’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

    Most Influential Alumni

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  7. #6

    Southern Nazarene University

    Bethany , OK
    #8 Best Christian Colleges in Oklahoma 2024 #8 Best Private Colleges in Oklahoma 2024 #1 Best Online Bachelor's in Cybersecurity Degree Programs in Oklahoma #5 Best Online MBA Programs in Oklahoma
    Other Rankings

    Tuition + fees

    $27K

    Graduation

    48%

    Student body

    2K

    Career Outlook for degree at Southern Nazarene University

    Cost of Degree: $27,000
    Expenses: $15,400
    Starting Salary: $49,341
    Salary after 4 years: $59,466
    Cost Recoup Time: 13 years
    Paid back at 15% of annual salary
    What is Southern Nazarene University known for?

    Southern Nazarene University’s faculty and alumni have been influential in:

    Most Influential Alumni

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Resources for Prospective Grad Students

Whether you’re just getting started on your college search, you’re looking for survival tips on your way to a bachelor’s degree, or you’re preparing for the transition into grad school, we’ve got guides, how to’s and tons of other valuable resources to keep you moving forward in your educational journey.

2021 Ranking Archive

Many of our 2022 undergraduate focused rankings look considerably different than 2021. That’s because we took a fundamentally different apporach. For 2021 we utilized our Concentrated Influence algorithm, designed to take away the size advantage larger schools have when we rank their faculty and alumni’s academic influence. Concentrated influence highlights smaller schools that are proportionally as successful as larger universities at cultivating influential alumni and faculty.

  1. University of Oklahoma
  2. Oklahoma State University–Stillwater
  3. University of Tulsa
  4. Oral Roberts University
  5. Oklahoma City University
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