Acceptance Rate
62%
Avg. SAT
1530
75th percentile
“Oil-patch engineering leader with a compact campus amid Tulsa's booming skyline.”
Tulsa, OK
Location
Large City
Campus Setting
Founded in 1894 by Presbyterian missionaries as a small Indian Territory college, the University of Tulsa evolved into a private research university focused on energy, engineering, and law, shedding its religious ties along the way. Students who thrive here often seek hands-on learning in technical fields and appreciate a collaborative environment where professors know your name. The campus sits on a wooded hilltop overlooking downtown Tulsa, blending Gothic-style buildings like McFarlin Chapel with modern facilities. Tulsa itself pulses with energy-industry wealth, a revitalized arts district, and Route 66 nostalgia, offering urban amenities without coastal crowds. Tradeoffs include steamy Oklahoma summers that keep you indoors during peak heat, and a higher tuition sticker price typical of privates, though the city's moderate living costs help offset that.
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Petroleum engineering stands out as a flagship program, drawing from Tulsa's oil heritage with labs simulating real-world drilling challenges and strong industry ties for internships. Classrooms buzz with small-group discussions in upper-level courses, though introductory lectures can fill lecture halls with hundreds from the undergrad population of around 2,800. Research opportunities abound early on, especially in cybersecurity and energy innovation, where undergrads co-author papers with faculty. The intellectual vibe rewards practical problem-solvers over pure theorists, but competitive admission to oversubscribed majors like computer science means declaring interests wisely from the start.
Student Body
Total Enrollment
2,852 undergrad • 1,062 grad
Undergraduate
Graduate
International
White
50%
Black / African American
7%
Hispanic / Latino
11%
Asian
6%
Other / Multi-racial
26%
Campus Life
Campus Setting
Tulsa, OK
Varsity Athletics
NCAA Athletics
Campus life revolves around spirited Division I athletics, with Hurricane football tailgates spilling into Chapman Stadium and the annual homecoming parade lighting up the hill. Residential halls mix suite-style doubles with apartment options, guaranteeing housing for freshmen and fostering tight-knit floors through events like movie nights. The social scene leans Greek with about a third of students joining fraternities or sororities, balanced by intramurals, outdoor clubs, and Tulsa's nearby music venues like Cain's Ballroom. A typical week blends classes, gym sessions at the Reynolds Center, and weekend hangs downtown, though the smaller size means fewer massive parties than at giant publics. Winters stay mild, but spring tornado watches add an Oklahoma edge to planning outings.
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Athletic Association
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ROTC & Veteran Support
Veteran’s Programs Available
Yellow Ribbon Program (Post-9/11 GI Bill)
Yes
Dedicated point of contact for veteran support services
Yes
Recognized student veteran organization
Yes
Cost & Aid
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Net Annual Cost by Household Income
Household Income
Avg. Net Cost
$0 – $30K
$23,523
$30K – $48K
$22,049
$48K – $75K
$23,667
$75K – $110K
$27,723
$110K+
$30,854
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Outcomes & Earnings
Retention Rate
92%
4 Years Graduation Rate
59%
6 Years Graduation Rate
73%
Median 10-Year Earnings
$61,408
92% of first-time, full-time students complete their freshman year at University of Tulsa and return in the fall. 59% of first-time, full-time students graduate in 4 years, and 73% graduate within 6 years.
Graduation Rate
4-year grads
59%
4-6 years
14%
Non-grad
27%
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Key Statistics
Type
Private
Tuition
$45,566
Acceptance
62%
Undergrads
2,852
4-Year Grad Rate
59%
Endowment
$1.4B
Tulsa, OK 74104-3189
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