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Oklahoma State University-Main Campus Admission Requirements

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Your chances of getting into Oklahoma State University Main Campus

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

70.6%
Admission Difficulty for Oklahoma State University Main Campus
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Average 
Applicant Competition Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Oklahoma State University-Main Campus is 70.6%.  Its admission rate is the 11th lowest in Oklahoma.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Oklahoma State University-Main Campus and can you get accepted?

Oklahoma State University-Main Campus is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 13,503 out of the 19,117 who applied were admitted.

Oklahoma State University Main Campus typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.63. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 34% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Oklahoma State University-Main Campus?

71% 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 Oklahoma State University Main Campus you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.63 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1130 on the SAT
  • Score 23 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top 25% of your high school class

Oklahoma State University-Main Campus GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.63

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Oklahoma State University Main Campus?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Oklahoma State University-Main Campus are to have around a 3.63 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 Oklahoma State University-Main Campus accepts 71% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Oklahoma State University-Main Campus is 3.63 on the 4.0 scale. 22% of students who get in have perfect 4.0 GPA's in high school. 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 #5 in Oklahoma for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Oklahoma State University-Main Campus is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.6 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 Oklahoma State University Main Campus students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 21.53% Good
3.75 to 3.99 24.9% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 25.96% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 12.36% Reach
3.00 to 3.24 10.17% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 4.87% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 0.21% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Oklahoma State University-Main Campus SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Oklahoma State University Main Campus. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 25% of students submitted SAT scores and 71% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1010-1250

Applicants Submitting SAT 

25%
SAT Scores for Oklahoma State University Main Campus
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 510
Math 25th Percentile 500
Composite 25th Percentile 1010
SAT Scores for Oklahoma State University Main Campus
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 630
Math 75th Percentile 620
Composite 75th Percentile 1250
Average SAT Score 1130

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Oklahoma State University Main Campus?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Oklahoma State University-Main Campus is 1130 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1010-1250. Students who get into Oklahoma State University Main Campus score in the top 59 percent of all SAT test takers..  Oklahoma State University-Main Campus ranks #5 in the state of Oklahoma for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1130 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Oklahoma State University-Main Campus regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1010 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1010, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 890, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Oklahoma State University Main Campus is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1130 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1130, you have around a 71% chance of being admitted. A 1250 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 82% chance of getting in.

Oklahoma State University Main Campus admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1250 and Above Good >82%
1130 to 1250 Avg + 71%-82%
1010 to 1130 Avg - 56%-71%
890 to 1010 Reach 40%-56%
Less than 890 Low <40%
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Oklahoma State University-Main Campus ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

20-27 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

71%
ACT Scores for Oklahoma State University Main Campus
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 19
Math 25th Percentile 18
Composite 25th Percentile 20
ACT Scores for Oklahoma State University Main Campus
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 27
Math 75th Percentile 26
Composite 75th Percentile 27
Average ACT Score 23

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Oklahoma State University-Main Campus?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Oklahoma State University-Main Campus is 23, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 20 and 27.  The school ranks #5 in Oklahoma for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 23. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 20 and score in the score in the top 49 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 16.

Scoring well on the ACT is very important as 71 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Oklahoma State University Main Campus.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Oklahoma State University Main Campus is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

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 Oklahoma State University-Main Campus for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 23 score has around 71% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 84% with a 27 ACT score.

Oklahoma State University Main Campus admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
27 and Above Good >84%
23 to 27 Avg + 71%-84%
20 to 23 Avg - 59%-71%
17 to 20 Reach 45%-59%
Less than 17 Low <45%
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High School Class Rank

56% of Oklahoma State University Main Campus freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 28% are in the top ten percent.

High School Class Rank for admitted Oklahoma State University Main Campus students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 28%
Top 25% of class 56%
Top 50% of class 84%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Oklahoma State University Main Campus admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 10,983 8,134 19,117
Accepted 7,517 5,986 13,503
Acceptance Rate 68% 74% 71%
Enrolled 2,446 2,197 4,643
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 33% 37% 34%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Oklahoma State University Main Campus is $40.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Oklahoma State University Main Campus and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Oklahoma State University Main Campus Application Requirements
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 Required to be considered for admission
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Recommendations Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Oklahoma State University Main Campus
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Oklahoma State University-Main Campus is moderately competitive, you have a strong chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.63 GPA, you have a very good likelihood of getting in. A 1130 on the SAT and 23 on the ACT will further lock in your application.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=207388 IPEDS survey data for Oklahoma State University Main Campus.

FAQs

Does Oklahoma State University Main Campus prefer SAT or ACT?

25% of students submit their SAT scores to Oklahoma State University-Main Campus. 71% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.

What is my chance of getting into Oklahoma State University Main Campus?

71% of those who apply are granted admission to Oklahoma State University-Main Campus. Admission competition is low and the college has average admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.

What SAT score is required for Oklahoma State University Main Campus?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1010 and 1250. The average SAT score is 1130. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.

What ACT score is required for Oklahoma State University Main Campus?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 20 and 27. The average ACT score is 23. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.