University of Oklahoma
Ranked #64 U.S. News & World Report – Top Public Schools Rankings 2024
Why University of Oklahoma?
Welcome to the University of Oklahoma. Located 30 minutes from Oklahoma City, we have the space and resources for you to engage in cutting-edge research projects that power tomorrow’s defense, aerospace, climate and engineering initiatives. With high-ranked, STEM-designated environmental, engineering and energy programs, your discoveries during your program will fuel your future career and our future environment.
Campus and location
University of Oklahoma campuses
Norman- Oklahoma
The University of Oklahoma is located in Norman, Oklahoma, a safe and charming Southern US city just 25 minutes from Oklahoma City. When living and learning in Oklahoma, you can easily travel to cities and states in the Southwest by car or public transportation. When you want to travel further, the airport is conveniently located just 30 minutes from campus.
Traveling by train
Amtrak is the main regional train service across the US. You can travel via regional train easily from campus to other cities and states.
The Heartland flyer is an Amtrak regional train that travels daily between Oklahoma City and Fort Worth, Texas. As a transit hub, you can travel to many US cities from Fort Worth.
The Texas Eagle is another Amtrak train route that goes from Fort Worth to Chicago, Dallas, San Antonio and Los Angeles.
Travel times from campus to nearby cities:
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma: 25 minutes to OKC; 30 minutes by car; 38 minutes by train
Fort Worth, Texas: 3 hours by car; 3.5 hours by train
Dallas, Texas: 3 hours by car; 4 hours by bus and train
Austin, Texas: 5 hours by car; 10 hours by train
Kansas City, Kansas: 5.5 hours by car; 10 hours by bus and train
Costs and Entry Requirements
Typical costs
While tuition fees, accommodation prices and food costs may vary depending on your chosen degree, student residences and personal spending habits, below you'll find an estimated cost of attendance at the University of Oklahoma.
Cost
Approximate amount per year (USD)
Tuition Fees
$31,637 - $31,637
Accommodation
$5,890 - $17,230
Meals
$5,690 - $6,290
Insurance
$2,437 - $2,437
ESTIMATED TOTAL
$45,654
-$57,594
Scholarships
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Entry requirements
Typical entry requirements for the University of Oklahoma are shown below. Please note that specific admissions requirements may vary by academic program.
Academic Entry Requirements
GPA: 3English Language Requirements
IELTS: 6.5 TOEFL: 79 Duolingo: 100 PTEA: 53 Other Tests: SAT/ACT optional
Typical costs
While tuition fees, accommodation prices and food costs may vary depending on your chosen degree, student residences and personal spending habits, below you'll find an estimated cost of attendance at the University of Oklahoma.
Cost
Approximate amount per year (USD)
Tuition Fees
$21,385 - $35,680
Accommodation
$5,890 - $17,230
Meals
$5,690 - $6,290
Insurance
$2,437 - $2,437
ESTIMATED TOTAL
$35,402
-$61,637
Scholarships
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Entry requirements
Typical entry requirements for the University of Oklahoma are shown below. Please note that specific admissions requirements may vary by academic program.
Academic Entry Requirements
GPA: 3English Language Requirements
IELTS: 6.5 TOEFL: 79 PTEA: 60 Other Tests: GRE optional for some courses
Top Ranked Subjects
Petroleum Engineering
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Graduate: Engineering - Aerospace / Aeronautical / Astronautical Engineering
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Graduate: Earth Sciences
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Graduate: Engineering - Environmental / Environmental Health Engineering
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Geosciences
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Careers
Wide open spaces. Wide range of opportunities.
The University of Oklahoma career outcomes:
72% of graduates accepted jobs within six months of graduation. (Information obtained by OU Career Center from 80% reporting 2021-2022 graduates) .
80% of Mewbourne College of Earth and Energy undergraduate students completed experiential learning during their program.
With a $60,000 median annual salary and a cost of living lower than most US cities, you can see your degree go far — all while saving more of your budget for building lifelong memories. (University of Oklahoma admissions data 2023) .
The Value of an OU degree
According to Forbes’ cost of living calculator, here’s where Norman, Oklahoma ranks against other US cities:
84% lower than San Francisco, California
59% lower than Los Angeles, California
56% lower than Seattle, Washington
Accommodation
Information about accommodation can be found on the University of Oklahoma’s website.
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Services and facilities
Get real-world experience through OU research.
First Year Research Experience (FYRE - Undergraduate):
Complete a semester-long internship with an on-campus research group. Our First Year Research Experience (FYRE) lets select first-year Honors students gain career-building experiences in STEM fields.
Earn three graded hours of honors credit by participating in FYRE.
Who can participate? FYRE is open to all first-year Honors students and students who apply to the Honors College at the same time as FYRE. All majors are eligible to apply.
Institute for Applied Surfactant Research (IASR)
At the Institute for Applied Surfactant Research, undergraduate students, graduate students, postdoctoral students, and researchers come together from a variety of disciplines to research phase equilibrium, sand pack, and core flood studies for both environmental and crude oil recovery applications.
The Integrated Core Characterization Center
Complete industry-level experiments at the Amoco Rock Physics Laboratory. This lab serves the industrial, commercial, and academic communities. Here, you’ll find the widest range of measurement and research opportunities in the industry.
The Center for Biomass Refining
Specialize in one of the most in-demand industries of the future: renewable energy. The center for biomass refining (CBR) is one of several key elements of the Oklahoma Bioenergy Center.
The center focuses on creating scientific and technological solutions to convert biomass into finished renewable energy products that meet industry and sustainability standards.
The Well Construction Technology Center
Who else can say they used lab equipment for the oil industry during their studies other than OU alumni? Our Well Construction Technology Center is an advanced research center that gives access to high pressure, high temperature fluid flow applications using both field scale and lab scale equipment for the oil industry.
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How to apply
How to apply
https://apply.partnerportal.intoglobal.com/ Application Fee: $90
Application deadlines
Fall: April 1 Spring: November 1
Application documents required to receive an offer
High School Transcripts High School Diploma Passport English Test Score University Transcript (transfer students) Proof of Degree (transfer students) SAT: Optional for admissions , required for scholarships
Testing codes
TOEFL: 6879 SAT: 6879 ACT: 3442 GRE: 6879 GMAT: MBA: MTP-KM-35 / MS - MIT: MTP-KM-61
Post-offer process
Confirmation deadlines
May 1 or 21 days after offer letter
Confirm Your Place
1) Set Up OU Account and email 2) Log in to OU BOUND and complete all steps 3) Pay enrollment deposit (Fall only).
For more information, visit https://www.ou.edu/admissions/admitted/international-admits
Preparing for arrival
Before arrival
Create Online Student Account: https://www.ou.edu/admissions/admitted/international-admits Register for Orientation: https://www.ou.edu/cis/iss/students/new-students/niso Apply for Housing (On-Campus and/or Off-Campus): https://www.ou.edu/housingandfood Complete Immunization and Health Forms: https://www.ou.edu/healthservices/services/immunizations Enroll in Student Health Insurance Submit Photo for Student Card: https://itsupport.ou.edu/TDClient/37/SoonerCard/KB/ArticleDet?ID=2794 Submit Final/Official Transcripts and Test Scores Pay Tuition and Fees Pay Enrollment Deposit, for Fall enrollments only
After arrival
Attend Orientation: https://www.ou.edu/cis/iss/students/new-students/niso Register for Classes Submit Final/Official Transcripts and Test Scores if not sent earlier Pay Remaining Tuition and Fees if applicable How to Pay: https://www.ou.edu/bursar/international-payments Health Screening
How to apply
https://apply.partnerportal.intoglobal.com/ Application Fee: $100
Application deadlines
Application deadlines vary by programApplication documents required to receive an offer
Passport English Test Score University Transcript Proof of Degree: if graduated GRE/GMAT: if applicable Reference Letters: 1 to 3 letters of recommendation Personal Statement/Essay Resume/CV
Testing codes
TOEFL: 6879 SAT: 6879 ACT: 3442 GRE: 6879 GMAT: MBA: MTP-KM-35 / MS - MIT: MTP-KM-61
Post-offer process
Confirmation deadlines
Varies by program, refer to your offer letter
Confirm Your Place
1) Set up student account and email One.ou.edu/activate 2) Connect with your department via email to tell them you will be attending 3) You will receive an email from international admissions on steps to receive your I-20 International Students The University of Oklahoma www.ou.edu
Preparing for arrival
Before arrival
Register for Orientation: https://www.ou.edu/cis/iss/students/new-students/niso Apply for Housing (On-Campus and/or Off-Campus): https://www.ou.edu/housingandfood Complete Immunization and Health Forms: https://www.ou.edu/healthservices/services/immunizations Submit Photo for Student Card: https://itsupport.ou.edu/TDClient/37/SoonerCard/KB/ArticleDet?ID=2794 Submit Final/Official Transcripts and Test Scores Pay Tuition and Fees: https://www.ou.edu/bursar/international-payments How to Pay: https://www.ou.edu/bursar/international-payments
After arrival
Attend Orientation: https://www.ou.edu/cis/iss/students/new-students/niso Register for Classes Submit Final/Official Transcripts and Test Scores if not sent earlier Pay Remaining Tuition and Fees if applicable: https://www.ou.edu/bursar/international-payments Health Screening