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USAO Admission Requirements

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USAO Admission Overview

USAO admission requirements are moderately competitive. Last year USAO admitted 65.8% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.43 GPA (B+) and SAT 1090-1280 / ACT 21-26. USAO 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

USAO Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

65.8%

Admission Standards

Average

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Admission difficulty for University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma

Acceptance Rate

The USAO acceptance rate is 65.8%. Last year, 645 of 980 applicants were admitted. That is the 7th lowest acceptance rate in Oklahoma.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into USAO and can you get accepted?

USAO is a moderately competitive school to get into, admitting a large majority of applicants. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.43. 36% of those admitted chose to enroll.

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

USAO GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.43

Typical High School Grades

B+

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.43

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at USAO typically have around a 3.43 GPA (B+) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have above average high school grades. USAO is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #12 in Oklahoma for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.4 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

USAO SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

1090-1280

Freshmen who sent SAT

2%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 580
  • Math 510
  • Composite 1090
SAT 25th percentile scores for University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 700
  • Math 580
  • Composite 1280
SAT 75th percentile scores for University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at USAO typically score around a 1190 SAT (middle 50% 1090–1280) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 74th percentile nationally. USAO ranks #4 in the state of Oklahoma for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1090 to 1280

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

USAO 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 1190 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 University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1280+ Above 75th >79%
1190 to 1280 Avg + 67%-79%
1090 to 1190 Avg - 51%-67%
Below 1090 Below mid-50 <51%

What do these figures mean?

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

USAO ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

21-26

Freshmen reporting ACT

51%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English 21
  • Math 18
  • Composite 21
ACT 25th percentile scores for University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma

75th Percentile Scores

  • English 28
  • Math 24
  • Composite 26
ACT 75th percentile scores for University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma

Average ACT

Incoming testers at USAO typically have around a 23 ACT (mid-50 21–26) 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. USAO places #6 among colleges in Oklahoma for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 21 to 26

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to USAO 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 University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma
ACT Score (36 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
26+ Above 75th >81%
23 to 26 Avg + 66%-81%
21 to 23 Avg - 54%-66%
Below 21 Below mid-50 <54%

How to read these figures

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

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.

University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 650 268 980
Accepted 448 149 645
Acceptance Rate 69% 56% 66%
Enrolled 142 54 230
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 32% 36% 36%

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

Application Requirements

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

University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma 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 Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

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

Fall 2026 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Sep 2, 2026

Days left to Apply

2

Applicants have 2 days left until the Fall 2026 term applications are due on Sep 2, 2026.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma is $40.

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

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma
Credit Type Accepted
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

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

Admission summary

USAO is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 65.8% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.43 GPA (about an B+ average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1090-1280); 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=207722.

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Last updated: August 2026