About University of Central Oklahoma

Founded in 1890, University of Central Oklahoma. is a Public college. Located in Oklahoma, which is a city setting in Oklahoma, the campus itself is Suburban. The campus is home to 14,612 full time undergraduate students, and 1,816 full time graduate students.

The University of Central Oklahoma Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 18:1. There are 541 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at University of Central Oklahoma include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate75%
Application Deadline
Application Fee50
SAT Range
ACT Range19-24

Admissions at UCO are considered Less Selective, with ,72% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 43 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

25% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 7% were in the top quarter, and 2% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE Reviews

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at University of Central Oklahoma.

5%
“We”re apathetic”
19%
“We know about current events and vote”
65%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
10%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
6%
“We save it for the classroom”
10%
“Sometimes, but not often”
61%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
22%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
1%
“I only go out in groups”
17%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
82%
“I feel extremely safe”
3%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
38%
“We bought the gear”
58%
“We live for the big game”
4%
“It”s not really our thing”
10%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
54%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
32%
“We”re a very artistic group”
3%
“Haven”t met them”
3%
“Available in class”
38%
“They keep regular office hours”
56%
“They”re always available”
3%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
17%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
78%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
3%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
14%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
55%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
26%
“We only party on weekends”
5%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
24%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
65%
“There might be people who do”
9%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
1%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
5%
“We”re apathetic”
19%
“We know about current events and vote”
65%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
10%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
6%
“We save it for the classroom”
10%
“Sometimes, but not often”
61%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
22%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
1%
“I only go out in groups”
17%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
82%
“I feel extremely safe”
3%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
38%
“We bought the gear”
58%
“We live for the big game”
4%
“It”s not really our thing”
10%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
54%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
32%
“We”re a very artistic group”
3%
“Haven”t met them”
3%
“Available in class”
38%
“They keep regular office hours”
56%
“They”re always available”
3%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
17%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
78%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
3%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
14%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
55%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
26%
“We only party on weekends”
5%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
24%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
65%
“There might be people who do”
9%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
1%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    141 Students rated on-campus housing 3.9 stars. 26 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    109 Students rated off-campus housing 3.8 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    168 Students rated campus food 3.6 stars. 26 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    183 Students rated campus facilities 4.3 stars. 45 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    183 Students rated class size 4.5 stars. 63 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    183 Students rated school activities 4.1 stars. 39 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    182 Students rated local services 4.5 stars. 61 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    183 Students rated academics 4.4 stars. 56 % gave the school a 5.0.

University of Central Oklahoma REVIEWS

What's your overall opinion of University of Central Oklahoma?

95 Students rated University of Central Oklahoma

Kinzie - 11/26/2024

I love it a lot. I at first didn't when I was a theatre education major because the acting students were not the kindest to be honest. I then changed my major to dance education and I fell in love with it all over again. The professors are incredible and see us people not just as students. My peers make me feel so seen. I always have help when I need it and never feel afraid to ask for it. I live off campus because it's more affordable, but I don't feel excluded at all for it. The school is really good at including both on campus students and commuters. They offer a variety of student organizations and events so that everyone can find their place on campus.

Austin - 07/10/2024

I love it here and I cant wait to start class. I love the community, Greek Life, I also enjoy how helpful and nice every one is. I have a job on campus working in the Deans office and I love it because I can also do school work there. I am also able to follow my passion for helping people and they helped me find a great major to fit me.

Charlotte - 06/20/2024

The University of Central Oklahoma is great college to go to. There are many educational opportunities to pick from. It caters to a variety of interests. There are wonderful staff and professors that will help you out. The campus is huge and very diverse. You get meet people from all different walks of life.

Chase - 08/23/2023

Extremely positive so far. All of the professors are extremely helpful and teach not just from textbooks but from experience as well making the learning environment one of the best I've ever been a part of. As for the student side of campus there is a reason that it is rated one of the highest student organization schools in the nation. There are plenty of ways to get yourself involved in clubs and organizations and really integrate yourself into not just the school but the community as well.

University of Central Oklahoma FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at University of Central Oklahoma?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for University of Central Oklahoma is 75%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    Get involved as much as you can in things that interest you so you can get to know people that you're going to school with!

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  3. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    The worst thing about the university that I attend is that it is a "commuter" college. Most of the students are people who already have families, or who do not wish to participate in college activities and live off campus. This makes the student activity number lower than it should be for how many students attend the University of Central Oklahoma.

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  4. Describe the students at your school.

    The classmates at UCO are very helpful as well as willing to be involved in all campus aspects.

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  5. What's unique about your campus?

    The size and beauty of the campus is amazing. The class sizes are small, which allow one on one learning, however there are still lots of people on campus. The campus itself is covered in trees, beautiful architecture, and wonderful landscaping.

    Read all 32 answers

  6. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    My school is one filled with school spirt, that may not be welcoming at first, but filled with people that help others suceed not only in their education but also in their life.

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  7. What kind of person should attend this school?

    Someone who doesn't like to be in a huge crowd all the time but still wants to be scoial

    Read all 28 answers

  8. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    The only thing I wish I had known was how extensive and time consuming the enrollment process can be for an incoming freshman, so be patient because you will only see benefits after those first two weeks.

    Read all 24 answers

  9. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    Compared to other schools, I believe my school is unique because of its size. Many believe you have to go to a major /big university to get the education you need to be successful however, thats not true. At the University of Central Oklahoma you get the same eduaction, just a cheaper cost. At bigger University your class size consist of 150 to 200 people and the professors do not get to know each student indiviually unless they go up to the m after class. Here the, class sizes are just right and the professor gets to know each student.

    Read all 20 answers

  10. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    the people are amazing and its the right size for someone to go to college

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  11. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    Some one who wants a true academics school like Duke or Harvard. This is a good school and you will get a good job, but it isn't very scholarly.

    Read all 18 answers

  12. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    My school is best known for it's education program. We supply many teachers. Also, we are known for our new music program. The program is good for many music carreers and is run by current band managers.

    Read all 15 answers

  13. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    Trying to work and go to school full time is frustrating.

    Read all 13 answers

Student Body

Students

59%

female

41%

male

14,612

Total Undergrad Enrollment

1,816

Total Grad Students

4%

Out-Of-State

90%

In-State

6%

International

Organizations

220

Student Organizations

10

Fraternities

9

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

10%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
4%
% Asian/Pacific Islander
3%
% Black or African-American
9%
% Hispanic/Latino
10%
% White or Caucasian
56%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

80% of students attending University of Central Oklahoma receive some sort of financial aid. 42% were awarded federal grants. While 42% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$16,459

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,600

Books and Supplies

$7,660

Room and Board

25,719

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$9,620
$30 - $48K
$11,111
$48 - $75K
$15,120
$75 - $110K
$17,000
$110K & UP
$17,453

We use student reviews and the most current publicly available data on our school pages. As such, we don't typically remove or edit college information. Sources for school statistics and data include the U.S. Department of Education's National Center for Education Statistics and the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System. Portions of college data include copyrighted material, which is reproduced on this website by permission of Wintergreen Orchard House, a division of Carnegie Communications. © 2009-2016 by Wintergreen Orchard House. All rights reserved.

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