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Academic & research

As Oklahoma’s land-grant institution, OSU improves quality of life by bringing new technologies, processes, research and medicines to the marketplace.

Recognized for affordability

Higher education is a powerful economic driver for the state of Oklahoma. Tuition and fees at OSU are 69 percent of the national average for land-grant universities; cost of attendance is 78 percent of the national average.

Known for friendliness

Students and employees enjoy a better quality of life while on campus and are encouraged to take advantage of the numerous programs designed to improve life on campus. 

Overall University RankingsWe're more than proud of the recognition OSU has received from organizations all across the nation.


Top
100 public school in U.S.

U.S. News and World Report named Oklahoma State University​​ a Top 100 Public School in the 2022 Best College Rankings list.
#1
Online College in Oklahoma

Intelligent.com ranks OSU among the Best Online Colleges in Oklahoma of 2023
Top %
of Best Colleges in America

Oklahoma State University ranked in the top 15% of Best Colleges in 2023 by College Factual.
Top 50
public universities in U.S. and #1 in state

Niche.com named Oklahoma State University in its top-50 list of public universities nationally for 2017, and first in Oklahoma among public colleges and universities.
Top 10
state colleges for nonresidents

#2
online college in Oklahoma

#4
best online bachelor degree in U.S.

Top
100 “Smartest Public Colleges in America”

#92
Best College in the U.S.

"Rankings of U.S. Public Colleges," Buffalo Business First, 2016

A great place to work, too!

 OSU is a great place for faculty, staff, and administrators, as well as students. These awards recognize our efforts to create an exceptional campus environment.

Certified Healthy Campus

Ranked by Certified Healthy Oklahoma four years in a row. 

American Heart Association Fit Friendly Worksite Award

The American Heart Association recognized OSU for providing a healthy workplace. 

STARS Silver rating

The Association for the Advancement of Sustainability for Higher Education gave OSU a silver rating for its  long-term sustainability goals.

Partnership for a Healthier America

OSU joins the Partnership for a Healthier America led by honorary chair former First Lady Michelle Obama. 

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