University of Oklahoma
Video Play Icon4 Videos,
14 Photos
University of Oklahoma Logo

University of Oklahoma: Popular Programmes & Ranking

Shiksha popularity ranking
Info Icon

#587 in World

#139 in USA

  • Verified IconAuthorized Partner
  • Institute Icon3000 acre campus
  • Estd. 1890
Dark Clock Icon Last updated on 14 Oct '25

OU
What's new?

Accordion Icon V3

The University of Oklahoma application for UG international students is Nov 1, 2025, for Spring intake

University of Oklahoma Highlights

Accordion Icon V3
Year of establishment
1890
Also known as
OU
University website
Go to Website Link Arrow Icon
Student website
Go to Website Link Arrow Icon
Campus size
3000 acres
No. of campus
1
Endowment value
USD 1 billion
Scholarships granted
17243
Scholarship amount granted
USD 173 million
Application fees
USD 90
English proficiency test
Required
Accepted exams
SAT/ACT accepted
Optional
Total faculty
1757
Faculty/Student ratio
16
Total criminal offences
276
Q&A Icon
Commonly asked questions
On Highlights
Q:   Does Oklahoma University require GRE?
A: 

As such, the Graduate College of Oklahoma University does not require GMAT and GRE test scores. But, a few of the University of Oklahoma courses may need GRE / GMAT scores. 

Q:   Does the University of Oklahoma accept IELTS?
A: 

We have mentioned below IELTS test score with other English language tests accepted by OU:

English Language Tests

UG Score

PG Score

IELTS

6.5

6.5 or higher

TOEFL

79

79 or higher

PTE

53

60 or higher

Duolingo

100

NA

Q:   Why would someone choose University of Oklahoma over MIT?
A: 

There are two main reasons why someone would choose the University of Oklahoma over MIT. These are OU is much cheaper than MIT when it comes to the cost of education and secondly,  OU’s faculty is quite experienced. Also, ROI of OU is much better than MIT. These points are explained below:

  • ROI: It is widely known that the cost of education at MIT is very expensive, but, at OU, students can study without having the stress of debt because of the low cost education at OU. As per an unofficial source, the ROI of an education at OU is dramatically higher than at MIT
  • Worth the Risk: At the time of taking jobs, if the students have attended the University of Oklahoma, they will have a chance to be different from those who have attended top-tier colleges such as MIT, Stanford, etc. OU graduates will have the upper hand to show how competitive they are.

University of Oklahoma Ranking 2025

#587

World level
Shiksha Popularity Rank
Info Icon

#139

Country level
Shiksha Popularity Rank
Info Icon

University of Oklahoma Admission Dates 2024

  • Application fees :USD 90 - 100
  • Type of deadline :Regular
Document IconDocuments
Type of documentsApplicable for
SOPNeeded for few courses
LORNeeded for few courses
EssaysNeeded for few courses
CVNeeded for few courses
Additional documentsRequired
Lock Icon
Sign-up to view details
Q&A Icon
Commonly asked questions
On Admissions
Q:   What are some of the useful tips for students starting their first semester at the University of Oklahoma?
A: 

According to student reviews on unofficial sources, the following are some points that students must keep in mind while attending their first-semester at OU: 

  • Working extremely hard to maintain the GPA. Minimum 3.0 GPA is required for admission to bachelor's degree of OU
  • Part-time work option – It is advised to keep the working hours around 10 – 20 hours per day so that juggling classes while working is possible
  • A chance to meet students from various places
  • Sports – The university is known for Football, so students can join any football team to see the hype
Q:   How can I get MBA admission to OU?
A: 

Admissions Committee at OU reviews the applications in its entirety. OU admission requirements for the MBA course are:

  • Online application
  • Academic transcripts
  • GMAT / GRE test scores
  • CV
  • Letters of recommendations

Admissions Interview: The Admissions Committee contacts students via email to schedule the interview. Interviews can be conducted online, in-office, or over the phone.

Also Read: MBA in USA

Q:   How do I apply to Oklahoma University?
A: 

International students wishing to study at undergraduate courses at OU can submit the application via Common Application or Coalition Application. On the other hand, the applicants can apply for graduate courses via the online application portal of OU.

Documents checklist for Undergraduate Applicants

Application Process for OU Graduate Courses

  • First of all, check the international student application deadlines and apply early if possible
  • Then, complete the online application
  • To expedite the process of OU application, upload the unofficial transcripts, English language proficiency score, standardized test scores. The applicants can submit these at a later stage too but this may delay the admission decision
  • Next, pay the OU application fee and submit the application
  • Then, send the official transcripts and test scores

OU
University of Oklahoma Scholarships

Q&A Icon
Commonly asked questions
On Scholarships
Q:   Are there any scholarships available at the University of Oklahoma?
A: 

A few of the scholarships offered by the University of Oklahoma is given in table blow:

Scholarship

Award Amount

Award of Excellence

$64,000
($16,000 x 4 years)

Distinguished Scholar

$56,000
($14,000 x 4 years)

University Scholarship

$44,000
($11,000 x 4 years)

Academic Achievement Award

$40,000
($10,000 x 4 years)

Non-Resident Merit Award

$28,000
($7,000 x 4 years)

Q:   What scores do I need to have to get a scholarship at University of Oklahoma?
A: 

The University of Oklahoma offers various scholarships to international students who show excellent academic achievements and records. Eligibility criteria to avail of scholarships at the University of Oklahoma may vary as requirements to avail of scholarships may be the type of scholarship-specific. However, international students are typically expected to have a GPA of at least 2.5 if they are seeking a scholarship for an undergraduate programme while having a minimum GPA of 3 is mandatory to avail scholarships for graduate programmes.

OU Popular Courses

MS
MBA/PGDM
M.A.
B.E. / B.Tech
More

₹18.2 LGet Fee Details

₹17.67 LGet Fee Details

₹17.13 LGet Fee Details

₹19.27 LGet Fee Details

₹17.13 LGet Fee Details

View AllMS Courses

University of Oklahoma Fees

Accordion Icon V3
Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
MS(14 courses)
INR 14 L - 19 LGet Fee Details
Duration18 months-2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 - 7, TOEFL: 79 - 100, PTE: 60 & Above, Duolingo: 120 & Above, GRE, GMAT
MBA/PGDM(3 courses)
INR 17 L - 30 LGet Fee Details
Duration18 months-2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 - 7, TOEFL: 79 - 100, PTE: 60 & Above, Duolingo: 120 & Above, GMAT, GRE
M.A.(1 course)
Duration2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 79 & Above, PTE: 60 & Above, Duolingo
B.E. / B.Tech(11 courses)
INR 24 L - 29 LGet Fee Details
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 79 & Above, PTE: 53 & Above, Duolingo: 100 & Above
BBA(1 course)
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 79 & Above, PTE: 53 & Above, Duolingo: 100 & Above
B.A.(1 course)
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 79 & Above, PTE: 53 & Above, Duolingo: 100 & Above
B.Sc.(3 courses)
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 79 & Above, PTE: 53 & Above, Duolingo: 100 & Above
Read more
Q&A Icon
Commonly asked questions
On Fees and Eligibility
Q:   Can an average indian student join University of Oklahoma?
A: 

Most certainly yes, an average student from India can join the University of Oklahoma. The University of Oklahoma has an acceptance rate of more than 70%. International students across borders apply at the University of Oklahoma for admission into various undergraduate or postgraduate courses. To gain admission to the University of Oklahoma, a student with an average profile from India must fulfil the particular criteria for their desired programme and attain acceptable scores in English Language Proficiency as required by the university.

Q:   What are the requirements to go to Oklahoma University?
A: 

The University of Oklahoma admission requirements for international students are given below:

  • Undergraduate Courses: The applicants are required to be graduated from secondary school and should have never attended a post-secondary institute in order to take admission to undergraduate courses of the University of Oklahoma. A minimum 3.0 GPA is required
  • Graduate Courses: The applicants must have received a bachelor’s degree in order to study OU graduate courses

Besides the above-given academic admission requirements, the applicants must have also appeared for standardized test scores such as GMAT / GRE (as applicable), etc., and English language proficiency score.

Also Read: Requirements to Study in USA for International Students 

Q:   How much money is required in Indian rupees to study at University of Oklahoma?
A: 

The expenses to attend Eastern Illinois University can differ depending on the course. Check out the table below for the average first-year tuition fees for different courses.

Courses1st Year Tuition Fees
MSINR 13 Lacs - INR 18 Lakh
MBAINR 28 Lakh
BBAINR 28 Lakh
BTechINR 27 Lakh
MIMINR 16 Lakh- INR 17 Lakh
B.AINR 25 Lakh
BScINR 25 Lacs - INR 26 Lakh







OU
Student profile

Quick university statsInsights on student demographics, enrolment, and academic success
UG Race

Others

71%

Hispanic

13%

Asian

7%

Black

4%

American

3%

UG Student residence

In state

52%

Out of state

44%

Foreign

2%

UG Age distribution

24 and under

92%

25 and over

7%

UG Applicant Icon

UG Number of Applicant

21548
grad RateIcon

Overall Graduation Rate

76
UG Enroll Icon

UG Enrollment

21282
PG Enroll Icon

PG Enrollment

7026

OU
College comparison

Accordion Icon V3

Compare OU with other similar colleges

MS
MBA/PGDM
M.A.
B.E. / B.Tech
BBA
B.A.
B.Sc.
College1st Year Tuition FeesRanking
INR 14.05 L - 19.27 L#110 US News, 2026
INR 13.94 L - 48.71 L#257 US News, 2026
INR 11.25 L - 18.49 L -/-
INR 12.49 L - 24.02 L -/-
INR 2.13 L#184 QS, 2026
The values are of the latest years available with Shiksha. For more details, check detailed comparison
View comparisonsRight Arrow Icon

OU
Studying in USA

Key Facts About USA

Insights on education, demographics & weather.
Education in USA
school Key Fact Icon
963+
backpack Key Fact Icon
3.38L
cashRegister Key Fact Icon
20 hours per week
cashRegister Key Fact Icon
12 months
Country stats
mapPin Key Fact Icon
Washington D.C.
keyUsers Key Fact Icon
347.28M (2025)
chartMixed Key Fact Icon
2%
letterA Key Fact Icon
English
Weather
October
CF
Popular LocationsMinMax
Boston817
New York1018
Chicago1017
Los Angeles1626
Explore popular study abroad destinations
qna

Comments

qna

OU

Student Forum

chatAnything you would want to ask experts?
Write here...

Answered a month ago

Cost of attendance for international UG and PG students for 2025-26 is given below:

ParticularsUG Estimated CostPG Estimated Cost
Tuition & FeesINR 29.9LINR 10.4L
Housing & FoodINR 15.3LINR 13.7L
Books & SuppliesINR 69.4KINR 19.3K
Medical InsuranceINR 2.4L-
Personal ExpensesINR 1.7L-
International TotalINR 49.8LINR 24.3L
 

1 USD = INR 86.75

R

Ridhi

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

A few of the available residence halls and the University of Oklahoma housing rates for 2025-26 are given below:

Housing Options

2025-26 Rates

Couch & Walker Centers 

INR 3.3L – 5.3L

David L. Boren Hall

INR 2.7L – 4.0L

Cross Village

INR 3.9L – 7.6L

McCasland Hall

INR 3.8L – 6.9L
Headington Hall INR 4.8L – 6.9L

1 USD = INR 86.75

R

Ridhi

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

The University of Oklahoma offers an MS in Computer Science programme which prepares students with computer Science foundations with advanced programming, problem-solving and analytical skillsets. The graduates of this programme are well prepared for roles like Software Developer, Research Scientist

...Read more

S

Shreya Basu

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

The University of Oklahoma takes around 4 - 6 weeks to come to a decision, based on the completeness of the application submitted by the candidate. Applicants must make sure to meet all the admission requirements as per the programme they are choosing. The basic eligibility criteria include fulfilli

...Read more

S

Shreya Basu

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

As a part of the mandatory admission requirement, the University of Oklahoma requires international students to submit proof of English language proficiency, as on the level of the program. It is considered one of the basic eligibility requirements; failing to provide this information, the applicati

...Read more

S

Shreya Basu

Contributor-Level 10

About the author

author image
Loveleen Sharma

Study Abroad Expert

Loveleen is a seasoned content writer with 4+ years of experience, currently writing for Shiksha. When he is not writing and helping students, he can be found at the movies, reading fiction, and learning a new language.
OU Others(1)University of Oklahoma
OU Others(2)Aerial View
OU Others(3)Aerial View
OU Others(1)
OU Others(2)

OU
Location

Accordion Icon V3
University CityNorman, Oklahoma, USA
Size of cityMedium
Population of City1,20,284

OU
Campuses

Departments Icon1   Campuses
University of Oklahoma CampusUp Arrow Icon
Address

660 Parrington Oval, Norman, OK 73019-0390

Visit official site External Link Icon

OU
Contact Information

Address

660 Parrington Oval,
Norman, OK

Norman ( Oklahoma)

Email
intladmissions@ou.edu

(For general query)

admissions@ou.edu

(For admission query)

Go to College Website ->