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University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus

Norman, OK · Public · 22,734 students

The Norman campus is a beautiful and welcoming home for the OU Family.

Acceptance rate

76.6%

SAT (mid 50%)

1140–1330

Avg net price

$15,300

after aid

Next deadline

Feb 1

RD

Testing

Required

2026 cycle

Sources: the U.S. Department of Education (2024), and University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus’s admissions site.

Your chances

How hard is it to get in?

Getting in is the hard part. University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus admitted 76.6% of applicants in its most recent reported class, one of the lowest rates in the country. Realistically it is a reach for every applicant, no matter how strong.

Admitted students cluster near the top of the testing range: the middle 50% score 11401330 on the SAT and 2329 on the ACT. Scores at or above that band keep you in contention, but they do not decide it.

The real question is not your odds but your move. That is where Spike comes in: it reads your profile against what University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus actually rewards, and tells you what to do next.

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What they value

Strengths Unearthed, Amplified, Supported

Your strengths will be unearthed, amplified, and supported.

The university offers a wide range of over 170 academic programs across its colleges, providing extensive choices for students.

  • Christopher C. Gibbs College of ArchitectureEstablished in 1970
  • Dodge Family College of Arts and SciencesEstablished in 1892
  • College of Atmospheric and Geographic SciencesEstablished in 1981

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Applying

Requirements and deadlines

  • Next deadlineFebruary 1, 2027 (RD)
  • Regular decisionFebruary 1, 2027
  • TestingRequired (2026 cycle)
  • Recommendations0 letters
  • Personal essayRequired
  • ApplicationCommon App

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The essays

Supplemental essay prompts

The current prompts, straight from the application. These change year to year, so most guides you will find are a cycle behind.

    Every prompt, with how to approach each →

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    Cost and aid

    What you will actually pay

    The sticker price is about $28,872, but that is not what most families pay. After need-based aid, the average net price is $15,300.

    Ten years after enrolling, graduates earn a median of $63,126.

    Verified from https://www.ou.edu and the U.S. Department of Education.

    Campus life

    The feel of the place

    Every day presents diverse challenges and witnesses unprecedented triumphs, as students become part of a community that defies doubt.

    On a typical day, students might study near the Clock Tower or gather at the Jones Family Welcome Center on Parrington Oval, while the spirit of the Sooners fills the air.

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    Quick answers

    University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus FAQ

    Is University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus test-optional?
    No. For the 2026 application cycle, University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus requires SAT or ACT scores from first-year applicants.
    How hard is it to get into University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus?
    Very hard. University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus admits 76.6% of applicants, and the middle 50% of admitted students score 1140 to 1330 on the SAT. Treat it as a reach for every applicant.
    When is the University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus application deadline?
    The next deadline is February 1, 2027 (RD). Regular Decision closes February 1, 2027.
    How much does University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus cost?
    The list price is about $28,872, but the average price families actually pay after aid is $15,300.
    Is University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus worth it?
    Graduates earn a median of $63,126 ten years after enrolling, and 75% graduate within six years. Value depends on your aid offer and your goals, which is exactly what Spike helps you weigh.

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