University of Tulsa
Tulsa, Oklahoma · Private
University of Tulsa admitted 58% of 6,631 applicants (IPEDS, fall 2023). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1150–1490 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 73% of students graduate within six years.
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Application deadlines
University of Tulsa’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application is free, and University of Tulsa accepts the Common App fee waiver.
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 Tulsa’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $66,688 a year. After grants, students paid $23,681 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is University of Tulsa’s acceptance rate?
University of Tulsa admitted 58% of applicants: 3,845 of 6,631 (IPEDS, fall 2023).
When is University of Tulsa’s application deadline?
University of Tulsa 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 Tulsa?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1150 to 1490, with a median around 1335. A score at or above 1335 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is University of Tulsa’s application fee?
The application is free for 2026–27, and University of Tulsa accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Does University of Tulsa have supplemental essays?
Yes. For 2026–27, University of Tulsa asks 3 questions of its own on top of the main essay (three short answers. the boxes have no minimum, so they may be optional). Its supplemental essays page lists each one word for word with the word limit.
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