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UCO-Central Admission Requirements

Edmond, Oklahoma

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Your chances of getting into University of Central Oklahoma

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

69.9%
Admission Difficulty for University of Central Oklahoma
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Easy 
Applicant Competition Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at UCO-Central is 69.9%.  Its admission rate is the 8th lowest in Oklahoma.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into UCO-Central and can you get accepted?

UCO-Central is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 2,878 out of the 4,115 who applied were admitted.

University of Central Oklahoma typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.5. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. Of those applicants who were admitted, 53% enrolled. This indicates that the school is a top choice for many students who apply.

Can you get into UCO-Central?

70% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to University of Central Oklahoma you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.5 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 21 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class

UCO-Central GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.5

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into University of Central Oklahoma?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into UCO-Central are to have around a 3.5 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as UCO-Central accepts 70% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at UCO-Central is 3.5 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #9 in Oklahoma for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.5 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted University of Central Oklahoma students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 7.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 26.5% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 22.5% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 17.0% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 14.0% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 10.0% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 2.0% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 0% Reach
less than 1.00 0.0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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UCO-Central SAT Scores

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting SAT 

-
SAT Scores for University of Central Oklahoma
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile N/A
SAT Scores for University of Central Oklahoma
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile N/A
Math 75th Percentile N/A
Composite 75th Percentile N/A
Average SAT Score N/A
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

UCO-Central ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

18-24 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

87%
ACT Scores for University of Central Oklahoma
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 17
Math 25th Percentile 16
Composite 25th Percentile 18
ACT Scores for University of Central Oklahoma
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 24
Math 75th Percentile 23
Composite 75th Percentile 24
Average ACT Score 21

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into UCO-Central?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to UCO-Central is 21, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 18 and 24.  The school ranks #7 in Oklahoma for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 21. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 18 and score in the score in the top 62 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 15.

Scoring well on the ACT is very important as 87 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to University of Central Oklahoma.

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into UCO-Central for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 21 score has around 70% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 82% with a 24 ACT score.

University of Central Oklahoma admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
24 and Above Good >82%
21 to 24 Avg + 70%-82%
18 to 21 Avg - 55%-70%
15 to 18 Reach 39%-55%
Less than 15 Low <39%
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High School Class Rank

74% of University of Central Oklahoma freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 41% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted University of Central Oklahoma students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 18%
Top 25% of class 41%
Top 50% of class 74%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

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

University of Central Oklahoma admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 2,458 1,657 4,115
Accepted 1,728 1,150 2,878
Acceptance Rate 70% 69% 70%
Enrolled 951 578 1,529
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 55% 50% 53%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to University of Central Oklahoma is $40.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to University of Central Oklahoma and what student information is used for admission decisions?

University of Central Oklahoma Application Requirements
Test Scores Required to be considered for admission
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not required for admission, but considered if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at University of Central Oklahoma
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Other Colleges to Apply To 

Students applying to University of Central Oklahoma often consider these colleges

Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=206941 IPEDS survey data for University of Central Oklahoma.

Last updated February 24, 2024