University of Oklahoma

If you are applying to Oklahoma, the deadline for Fall 2023 admissions is February 1 and the application fee is $40.

Students who apply to Oklahoma for fall should hear back from Oklahoma by September 1.

Oklahoma Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Oklahoma's admissions stats.

Oklahoma 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.7
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	32.3%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	28%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	72%
Waitlist	Yes

University of Oklahoma Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Oklahoma.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	Info Not Available	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	Yes	November 1	––

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Applying Early to Oklahoma?

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University of Oklahoma may or may not offer early admission, however the school has not provided any application information. Check with Oklahoma directly for more information about early applications.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 1.

➡️ Find a list of some selective colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on University of Oklahoma Admissions

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Transferring to University of Oklahoma

For more information on transferring to University of Oklahoma, contact the school directly.

For Students Waitlisted to Oklahoma

Oklahoma has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Oklahoma Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are given the most weight in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the areas where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at Oklahoma

Wondering what factors are considered by Oklahoma during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Class Rank	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Application Essay	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
Interview	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

Make sure to check with Oklahoma for more information on admission factors.

Oklahoma 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Oklahoma, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with Oklahoma's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Interview
Letter(s) of Recommendation
Transcript(S) of College Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√
Other Requirements	√			15 specified curricular units
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Oklahoma?

Students admitted to Oklahoma have an average unweighted GPA of 3.7.

Out of all students that were admitted, 63.9% submitted a class rank. At Oklahoma 32.3% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 63.3% were in the top 25% and 90.8% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of Oklahoma, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	13%
3.75 and 3.99	34%
3.50 and 3.74	25.9%
3.25 and 3.49	16.5%
3.00 and 3.24	8.3%
2.50 and 2.9	2.1%
2.00 and 2.49	0.2%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Oklahoma directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Oklahoma looks at standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

Oklahoma is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 28% of Oklahoma's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 72% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Oklahoma?

To be competitive with other Oklahoma applicants, you should strive to earn between 1150 and 1330 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Oklahoma 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1330 and 25% of scored lower than 1150, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Oklahoma students scored 670 or higher and 75% of students scored 580 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Oklahoma students scored 670 or higher, and 75% scored a 580 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for Oklahoma?

To be most competitive at Oklahoma, you should strive to earn between 23 and 29 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 29 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Oklahoma's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 29, and three out of four students scored lower than 29 on the ACT.

A 23 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Oklahoma students. Only one out of every four students scored below 23.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to University of Oklahoma

Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Oklahoma during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Oklahoma Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Oklahoma?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Oklahoma.

Does Oklahoma accept transfer credits?

✅ Oklahoma accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Oklahoma accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Do I have to submit test scores to Oklahoma?

❌ No, Oklahoma is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If you have higher than average scores, you probably want to include them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is Oklahoma's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for Oklahoma is 85%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Oklahoma?

🟨 Oklahoma may or may not offer early decision. The school has not provided any information on early decision including ED acceptance rates.

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