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About University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma

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University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma is a public liberal arts college in Chickasha, OK, known for its public liberal arts, arts and sciences focus, and small oklahoma college. With an acceptance rate of 56%, USAO is moderately selective, typically enrolling around 217 students each year. USAO is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 923–1138, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. USAO offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $11,360 per year; the sticker price of $30,780 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma acceptance rate and admitted student profile

moderately selective

56%
Overall Accept Rate
1031
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 923 – 1138 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma

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Essay Strategy
USAO is Oklahoma's only public liberal arts college, so your essays should speak directly to why you want an interdisciplinary education rather than a traditional major track. Connect your academic interests to how studying across disciplines will shape your goals.
Test Score Strategy
Since USAO is test optional and your scores are below the school's 75th percentile, you are better off leaving scores off your application and letting your GPA and activities speak for you.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$31k/yr$3.5k
30k-48k~$31k/yr$3.5k
48k-75k~$31k/yr$7.2k
75k-110k~$31k/yr$13.4k
110k+~$31k/yr$14.4k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

36%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$36k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
798
Undergrad Enrollment
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