University of Oklahoma
University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus · Norman, Oklahoma · Public
University of Oklahoma admitted 78% of 29,195 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1160–1310 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 75% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at University of Oklahoma
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Application deadlines
University of Oklahoma’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application fee is $50 ($90 for international applicants), and University of Oklahoma accepts the Common App fee waiver. University of Oklahoma asks for the Common App personal essay.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check University of Oklahoma’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
University of Oklahoma offers early action but didn’t report its early admit rate.
3,117 students were offered a spot on the waitlist, 2,116 took it, and 133 were admitted from it.
What admissions weighs
How University of Oklahoma rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- GPA
- Test scores
Important
- Class rank
- Essay
- Recommendations
Considered
- Interview
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Character
- First generation
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
Not considered
- Religion
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.64 GPA. 30% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $30,486 in-state and $47,556 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $19,900 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is University of Oklahoma’s acceptance rate?
University of Oklahoma admitted 78% of applicants: 22,660 of 29,195 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
When is University of Oklahoma’s application deadline?
University of Oklahoma uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.
What SAT score do you need for University of Oklahoma?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1160 to 1310, with a median around 1232.43. A score at or above 1232.43 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is University of Oklahoma’s application fee?
The application fee is $50 ($90 for international applicants) for 2026–27, and University of Oklahoma accepts the Common App fee waiver.
What does University of Oklahoma require?
Besides the application and transcript, University of Oklahoma asks for the Common App personal essay.
Does University of Oklahoma have supplemental essays?
Yes. For 2026–27, University of Oklahoma asks 2 questions of its own on top of the main essay (no required essay. two optional scholarship essays, up to 650 words each). Its supplemental essays page lists each one word for word with the word limit.
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