Overview
Enrollment
The University of Central Oklahoma (UCO) is located in Edmond, a suburban community situated 13 miles north of downtown Oklahoma City. Established in 1890 as the Territorial Normal School of Oklahoma, UCO occupies a 210-acre main campus characterized by a mix of historic and modern buildings, including the landmark Old North Tower, the territory's first higher education building. The university operates as a public institution offering undergraduate and graduate programs, with particular strengths in business, education, fine arts, and forensic science. UCO maintains six academic colleges and provides on-campus housing through multiple residence halls and apartment complexes for its student population. The university competes in NCAA Division II athletics as the Bronchos, participating in the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
UCO-Central is rated within the lower 42% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for University of Central Oklahoma within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#766 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#273 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#5 in Best Colleges in Oklahoma
#3 in Best Public Colleges in Oklahoma
#8 in Best Value Colleges in Oklahoma
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| ACT | 18/24 |
| GPA | 3.5 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $40 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Oklahoma Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,600 |
| Other Fees | $1,208 |
| Room and Board | $8,628 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $7,900 |
| Total One Year Cost | $26,362 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,600 |
| Other Fees | $1,208 |
| Room and Board | $8,628 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $7,900 |
| Total One Year Cost | $37,249 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 27% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 14% |
| Education | 11% |
| Communication | 7% |
| Health Professions | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=206941 IPEDS survey data for University of Central Oklahoma.
Current students may use the University of Central Oklahoma GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024