Oklahoma State University-Main Campus Admission Requirements

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Oklahoma State University-Main Campus Admission Overview

Oklahoma State University-Main Campus admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year Oklahoma State University-Main Campus admitted 75% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.63 GPA (A-) and SAT 1040-1250 / ACT 20-27. Oklahoma State University-Main Campus is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Oklahoma State University-Main Campus Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

75%

Admission Standards

Average

Applicant Competition

Very Low

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Admission difficulty for Oklahoma State University Main Campus

Acceptance Rate

The Oklahoma State University-Main Campus acceptance rate is 75%. Last year, 18,693 of 24,910 applicants were admitted. That is the 8th lowest acceptance rate in Oklahoma.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Oklahoma State University-Main Campus and can you get accepted?

Oklahoma State University-Main Campus is an easy school to get into, admitting most applicants. You have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

Oklahoma State University Main Campus typically attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.63. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 27% of those admitted chose to enroll.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Oklahoma State University-Main Campus GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.63

Typical High School Grades

A-

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.63

0.0 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0

Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Oklahoma State University-Main Campus typically have around a 3.63 GPA (A-) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have very good grades in high school. Oklahoma State University-Main Campus is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

22% of enrolled freshmen had a 4.0. The school ranks #5 in Oklahoma for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.6 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.

High school GPA ranges for enrolled Oklahoma State University Main Campus freshmen
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness
4.0 21.53% Good
3.75 to 3.99 24.9% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 25.96% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 12.36% Reach
3.00 to 3.24 10.17% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 4.87% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 0.21% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

What do these figures mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Oklahoma State University-Main Campus SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

1040-1250

Freshmen who sent SAT

20%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 530
  • Math 510
  • Composite 1040
SAT 25th percentile scores for Oklahoma State University Main Campus

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 630
  • Math 620
  • Composite 1250
SAT 75th percentile scores for Oklahoma State University Main Campus

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Oklahoma State University-Main Campus typically score around a 1150 SAT (middle 50% 1040–1250) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 68th percentile nationally. Oklahoma State University-Main Campus ranks #7 in the state of Oklahoma for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1040 to 1250

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

Oklahoma State University-Main Campus is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.

View other colleges which accept students in the 1150 SAT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.

SAT ranges vs last year's enrolled testers at Oklahoma State University Main Campus
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1250+ Above 75th >85%
1150 to 1250 Avg + 76%-85%
1040 to 1150 Avg - 61%-76%
Below 1040 Below mid-50 <61%

What do these figures mean?

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Oklahoma State University-Main Campus ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

20-27

Freshmen reporting ACT

65%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English 19
  • Math 18
  • Composite 20
ACT 25th percentile scores for Oklahoma State University Main Campus

75th Percentile Scores

  • English 26
  • Math 26
  • Composite 27
ACT 75th percentile scores for Oklahoma State University Main Campus

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Oklahoma State University-Main Campus typically have around a 23 ACT (mid-50 20–27) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 68th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Oklahoma State University-Main Campus places #5 among colleges in Oklahoma for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 20 to 27

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to Oklahoma State University-Main Campus without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 23.0 ACT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.

ACT bands compared with last year's enrolled testers at Oklahoma State University Main Campus
ACT Score (36 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
27+ Above 75th >86%
23 to 27 Avg + 75%-86%
20 to 23 Avg - 63%-75%
Below 20 Below mid-50 <63%

How to read these figures

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

High School Class Rank

Class Rank of Admitted Students

56% of Oklahoma State University Main Campus freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 28% are in the top ten percent.

High School Class Rank for admitted Oklahoma State University Main Campus students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 28%
Top 25% of class 56%
Top 50% of class 84%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

Estimate How You Compare

See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.

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Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.

Oklahoma State University Main Campus admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 14,082 10,828 24,910
Accepted 10,516 8,177 18,693
Acceptance Rate 75% 76% 75%
Enrolled 2,746 2,284 5,030
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 26% 28% 27%

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Oklahoma State University Main Campus and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Oklahoma State University Main Campus application requirements
Requirement Used for Admission
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Required to be considered for admission
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Recommendations Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Oklahoma State University Main Campus is $50.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at Oklahoma State University Main Campus
Credit Type Accepted
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Admission summary

Oklahoma State University-Main Campus is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 75% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.63 GPA (about an A- average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1040-1250); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=207388.

GPA calculator: Oklahoma State University Main Campus GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026