Overview
Enrollment
Western Oklahoma State College is a public two-year institution located in Altus, Oklahoma, approximately 140 miles southwest of Oklahoma City in the state's agricultural region. The campus occupies 50 acres and features modern classroom buildings alongside technical training facilities. Established in 1926 as Altus Junior College, the institution became Western Oklahoma State College in 1974 and serves as the primary higher education access point for several surrounding rural counties. The college offers associate degrees and certificates in areas including nursing, business, agriculture, and aviation, with transfer agreements to multiple four-year Oklahoma universities. Students have access to on-campus housing in the newly renovated Wingspan Housing Complex, which accommodates approximately 100 residents.
Annual Cost to Attend
Oklahoma Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,600 |
| Other Fees | $2,450 |
| Room and Board | $7,510 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,535 |
| Total One Year Cost | $19,091 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,600 |
| Other Fees | $2,450 |
| Room and Board | $7,510 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,535 |
| Total One Year Cost | $23,263 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 33% |
| Health Professions | 31% |
| Business | 6% |
| Psychology | 6% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 5% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=208035 IPEDS survey data for Western Oklahoma State College.
Current students may use the Western Oklahoma State College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024