by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a OSU degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how OSU measures up.
OSU is ranked #1,347 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of D-. Within Oklahoma, it ranks #24 of 44 for value.
Among the majors OSU offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Agricultural Public Services, Other | #1 of 3 |
| Soil Science & Agronomy, General | #5 of 8 |
| Communications / Public Relations | #5 of 29 |
| Other Public Relations, Advertising Applied Communication | #5 of 29 |
| Agricultural Communication/Journalism | #6 of 14 |
| Soil Sciences | #6 of 10 |
| Agriculture | #6 of 10 |
| Sports Communication | #6 of 40 |
| Agricultural Engineering | #6 of 21 |
| Other Engineering Technologies & Engineering-Related Fields | #7 of 13 |
Below is the detailed OSU value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
Oklahoma State University-Main Campus is ranked #4 out of #46 in Oklahoma for quality and #24 out of #44 for Oklahoma value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the OSU financial aid page to be sure.
Oklahoma State University-Main Campus is ranked #1,347 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Oklahoma State University-Main Campus is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at OSU costs about $18,857. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $75,429 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $28,296 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $17,447 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $18,857 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $75,429 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about OSU net price and the factors that affect it.
What OSU costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a OSU degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $113,184 | — | — |
| All Students | $75,429 | #1,347 | D- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $69,788 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $113,184 | — | — |
| All Students | $75,429 | #24 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $69,788 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at OSU shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $10,690 |
| $30K–$48K | $11,606 |
| $48K–$75K | $15,274 |
| $75K–$110K | $20,860 |
| Over $110K | $22,650 |
About 87% of OSU undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $9,896 per year. Get more details on the OSU financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average OSU cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.