by our College Data Analytics TeamIs University of Oklahoma worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
University of Oklahoma is ranked #1,408 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Oklahoma, it ranks #26 of 44 for value.
These University of Oklahoma majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Human Resources | #5 of 17 |
| Other Human Resources Management and Services | #5 of 17 |
| Meteorology | #5 of 7 |
| Broadcast Journalism | #8 of 28 |
| General Petroleum Engineering | #8 of 17 |
| Petroleum Engineering | #8 of 17 |
| Engineering | #8 of 17 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #8 of 21 |
| Architectural Engineering | #10 of 23 |
| History and Philosophy of Science and Technology | #12 of 22 |
Read the full University of Oklahoma value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus is ranked #2 out of #46 in Oklahoma for quality and #26 out of #44 for Oklahoma value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the University of Oklahoma financial aid page to be sure.
University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus is ranked #1,408 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, University of Oklahoma-Norman 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 University of Oklahoma costs about $17,067. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $68,269 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $28,895 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $15,300 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $17,067 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $68,269 |
*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.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the University of Oklahoma net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a University of Oklahoma 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 | $115,580 | — | — |
| All Students | $68,269 | #1,408 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $61,200 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $115,580 | — | — |
| All Students | $68,269 | #26 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $61,200 | — | — |
*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 University of Oklahoma shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $12,555 |
| $30K–$48K | $13,730 |
| $48K–$75K | $17,551 |
| $75K–$110K | $21,593 |
| Over $110K | $23,842 |
About 87% of University of Oklahoma undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $10,389 per year. Get more details on the University of Oklahoma financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average University of Oklahoma 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.