Oklahoma State University

America's brightest orangeis going to look good on you

Opportunities here stretch as far as the eye can see. You'll get real experience to start your career off on the right track. And a big dose of Cowboy spirit in a community you'll be proud to call home.

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300+Majors & minors

to choose from — fueling careers in everything from accounting to zoology

200+Master's & Ph.D. options

and more than 20 graduate certificates for continuing education

Why OSU?

Academics & Research

OSU is a nationally ranked research university — in the classroom and on the field.

Top 50 Public Universities in America (Niche.com, 2018).
Most Truman Scholars (for graduate study in public service) in Oklahoma.
Honors curriculum listed top 10 in the nation Willinghamm, 2018).

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Affordability

As a land-grant institution, we believe access to education is an essential part of our mission.

Top 100 Best College Values Kiplingerr, 2017).
No. 76 (out of 4,000+) Best Public Schools for Scholarships GoodCalll, 2016).
Over 50% of OSU students graduate with zero student loan debt.

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Quality of Life

We invest in the well-being of our students, faculty, staff and community.

Largest comprehensive university student union in the world.
Students routinely log thousands of volunteer hours each year.
Located in America's friendliest college town.

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We are all Cowboys

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Research that improves lives

and strengthens communities

Research at OSU, a Carnegie R1 research university, is relevant, accessible and beneficial — whether it’s exploring basic scientific questions or applied concepts that directly impact lives. OSU is listed in Carnegie Classifications of Institutions’ top tier for research universities.

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We Are Land-Grant

Uncommon preeminence for the common good

Oklahoma State University has unveiled a visionary new strategy to become the nation’s preeminent land-grant institution. OSU President Kayse Shrum and Senior Vice President of Operations Jerome Loughridge unveiled the plan during a virtual presentation Wednesday on the Stillwater campus. The strategy includes initiatives to reduce student debt, innovate around student competencies and focus research on solving society’s most significant challenges.

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Howdy Holidays

Kick off the most wonderful time of the year with Howdy Holidays and Inside OSU. Featuring live guests, holiday traditions from members of the Cowboy Family, Ben and Jerry's favorite holiday flavors and more!

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