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Why OSU?

Ranked No. 1 for both Best Value and Best Academics in Oklahoma (Niche, 2024), OSU is a place that’s big on opportunity and making a difference. There are countless reasons to join the Cowboy family, and we can't wait to welcome you to campus so you can make meaningful connections and build your future.

300+ Majors & Minors

200+ Master’s & PH.D. Options

Top 50 Public Universities in America

Niche ,2024

No. 4 in the nation for experiential learning

Forage, 2023

No. 4 Top Online College in America

Newsweek, 2024

Highly ranked for United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals

Times Higher Education Impact Rankings, 2023

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Dr. Jim Hess named 20th President

A new vision for success at OSU

The OSU A&M Board of Regents appointed Dr. Jim Hess as the 20th president of Oklahoma State University. During his interim time, Hess has outlined a vision focused on student success, emphasizing that every university decision should enhance education and the student experience. Hess continues to create closer connections between key functions of the university and the students it supports and impacts.

Presidential Announcement

OSU’s 150th Commencement Ceremony

Watch the celebration

Catch the replay of OSU’s 150th commencement ceremony as we celebrated the Class of 2025. If you were unable to attend or want to relive the excitement, you can watch the entire ceremony online. Watch now and celebrate the achievements of our graduating class!

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OSU’s Cognitive Performance Lab advances high-stakes decision-making research  May 22

 The Cognitive Performance (CoPe) Lab at Oklahoma State University, directed by Dr. Pratima Saravanan, assistant professor at The School of Industrial Engineering and Management, is transforming how professionals operate under pressure in fields such as healthcare, firefighting and rural public health. 

Ferguson College alumnus protects New Mexico range in Bureau of Land Management role May 22

Craun works to responsibly conserve thousands of acres of rangeland under contract with oil companies, local and county municipalities, Native American tribes and government agencies in New Mexico.