WOSC Academic Snapshot
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $5,390
- Out-of-State Tuition: $9,758
- Both in-state and out-of-state tuition are relatively affordable compared to national averages.
Student Population at WOSC:
- Total Enrollment: 1,162, including 495 online students
- All Undergraduate
- Gender Distribution: 35.4% men, 64.6% women.
- This is a small institution, fostering a close-knit community and individualized attention.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 31%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 11%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 56%. Lower retention, which may reflect challenges in student engagement or support.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 24 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 10 programs available fully online.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Associate's.
WOSC Overview
Western Oklahoma State College (WOSC) is a 2-4 year, public school located in Altus, OK. It is classified as suburban-serving Associate's college by Carnegie Classification
The WOSC's tuition & fees is $5,390 for Oklahoma residents and $9,758 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 86% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $5,008.
The school has a total enrollment of 1,162 and the students to faculty ratio is 20 to 1 (5.00%).
Western Oklahoma State College is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Western Oklahoma State College is $5,390 for in-state students and $9,758 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $5,534 for Oklahoma residents and $10,106 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $5,390 | $9,758 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $5,534 | $10,106 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Western Oklahoma State College offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for undergraduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at WOSC
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | No |
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| Study Abroad | No |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | No |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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