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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

75%

Admission Standards

Average

Applicant Competition

Very Low

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Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Oklahoma State University-Main Campus is 75%. Its admission rate is the 8th 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 an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 18,693 out of the 24,910 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. 27% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into Oklahoma State University Main Campus you should:

Have a high school GPA of 3.63 or better
Earn B+ grades in high school
Score 1150 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+

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.63

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GPA Requirements & Average GPA

The GPA requirements for getting into Oklahoma State University-Main Campus are to have around a 3.63 high school GPA on a 4.0 scale. You are required to have very good grades in high school. With very low applicant competition, students whose grades exceed the average 3.63 GPA have a very good chance of being admitted.

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 2024

Oklahoma State University-Main Campus SAT Scores

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range

1040-1250

Applicants Submitting SAT

20%

25th Percentile Scores

Reading 530
Math 510
Composite 1040

75th Percentile Scores

Reading 630
Math 620
Composite 1250

SAT Scores You Need to Get In

The average SAT score at Oklahoma State University-Main Campus is 1150 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1040-1250. Students who get into Oklahoma State University Main Campus score in the top 53 percent of all SAT test takers. Oklahoma State University-Main Campus ranks #7 in the state of Oklahoma for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1040 to 1250

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To be most competitive with other applicants, target scoring 1150 or above on the SAT. Oklahoma State University-Main Campus regularly admits students with scores down to 1040; three quarters of admitted students score higher, and admission should be considered a reach if you score below 1040. Some students may be accepted with SAT scores as low as 935, though scores that low are outside the normal range. With very low applicant competition, students whose SAT scores exceed the average typically have a very good chance of being admitted.

Submission Requirements

Submission of SAT scores is not required for admission to Oklahoma State University Main Campus. If you optionally submit an SAT score, it will be considered with your application, but it is not mandatory. 20% of students submitted SAT scores for admission for the most recent academic year.

View other colleges which accept students in the 1150 SAT score range.

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

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

These estimated admission chances at Oklahoma State University-Main Campus are based on SAT score and the school's acceptance rate, assuming an otherwise average GPA and application. With very low applicant competition, students with scores in the upper ranges typically have a strong chance of acceptance.

Oklahoma State University Main Campus admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1250 and Above	Strong	>85%
1150 to 1250	Avg +	76%-85%
1040 to 1150	Avg -	61%-76%
930 to 1040	Reach	45%-61%
Less than 930	Low	<45%

What do these chances mean?

Oklahoma State University-Main Campus ACT Scores

ACT Score Profile & Requirements

ACT Range

20-27

Applicants Submitting ACT

65%

Lower Quartile Scores

English 19
Math 18
Overall 20

Upper Quartile Scores

English 26
Math 26
Overall 27

What ACT Score Do You Need?

Admitted students at Oklahoma State University-Main Campus typically earn a score of 23 on the 36-point scale, with most falling between 20 and 27. Successful applicants tend to rank among the top 49% of ACT examinees nationwide. Among colleges in the state of Oklahoma, Oklahoma State University-Main Campus ranks #5 for average ACT score.

ACT Score Range (Middle 50% of Admits) 20 to 27

0 9 18 27 36

Applicants who post a score of 23 or higher on the ACT are usually among the strongest. Oklahoma State University-Main Campus has admitted students scoring as low as 20, but most incoming students are above that mark. Scoring below the 25th percentile should be treated as a reach. In rare cases, scores near 17 have been enough, though that is well outside the usual band. Admission is largely accessible, so a median score makes Oklahoma State University-Main Campus a likely school.

ACT Submission Policy

You may apply to Oklahoma State University Main Campus without sending ACT results. Any score you choose to include will still be reviewed, but it is not required. 65% of recent applicants did report ACT scores.

Browse colleges with similar ACT expectations in the 23 ACT score range.

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

Admission Chances by ACT Score

See where your ACT score lands at Oklahoma State University-Main Campus, from reach to likely. Each estimate pairs your score with the acceptance rate and assumes a typical GPA. Admission is largely accessible, making Oklahoma State University-Main Campus a strong likely school.

Oklahoma State University Main Campus admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score (36 max)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
27 and Above	Strong	>86%
23 to 27	Avg +	75%-86%
20 to 23	Avg -	63%-75%
17 to 20	Reach	50%-63%
Less than 17	Low	<50%

What do these chances mean?

High School Class Rank

Class Rank of Admitted Students

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 in the table below.

Oklahoma State University Main Campus admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	14,082	10,828	24,910
Accepted	10,516	8,177	18,693
Acceptance Rate	75%	76%	75%
Enrolled	2,746	2,284	5,030
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	26%	28%	27%

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

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Oklahoma State University Main Campus is $50.

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
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	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
Credit Type	Accepted
AP Credit	Yes
Dual Credit	Yes
Credit for Life Experiences	Yes

Admission Requirements Summary

Oklahoma State University-Main Campus is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria.

Aim for a 3.63 high school GPA or better. Graduating in the top 25% of your class will also help your chances. SAT scores around 1150 and ACT scores around 23 can strengthen your application.