Oklahoma Wesleyan University and University of Central Oklahoma are frequently compared when students or parents prepare college admissions. OKWU is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Bartlesville, OK and UCO is a four-year, public school located in Edmond, OK.
The following list compares two colleges briefly in important perspectives. You can compare them with comprehensive information on full comparison page.
| Oklahoma Wesleyan University | vs. | University of Central Oklahoma |
|---|---|---|
| Bartlesville, Oklahoma | Location | Edmond, Oklahoma |
| Four-year, Private (not-for-profit) | School Type | four-year, Public |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Master's College and University (smaller programs) | Carnegie Classification | Master's College and University (larger programs) |
| $33,550 | 2025 Tuition & Fees | In-State$8,818
Out-Of-State$19,704 |
| 77% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 79% |
| $20,934 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $6,363 |
| 66.17 % | Acceptance Rates | 78.12 % |
| 38.06 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 42.94 % |
| - | SAT Score | - |
| - | ACT Score | 21 |
| 35 % | Graduation Rate | 37 % |
| - | Transfer-out Rate | - |
| 50 % | Retention Rate | 65 % |
| 880 | Student Population | 12,554 |
| 30 | Number of Faculties | 485 |
| 15 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 18 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services |