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Rogers State University

1701 W Will Rogers Blvd
Claremore, OK 74017
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  • Rogers State University is a regional four-year university in northeastern Oklahoma recognized for its high-quality academic programs, nurturing scholastic atmosphere, distance learning options, and high-technology learning environment.

School Highlights

Rogers State University serves 3,272 students (66% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is lower than the state community college average of 28:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority American), which is equal to the state average of 51%.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 3,272 students
  • In-state tuition: $5,725
  • Out-state tuition: $12,766
  • Acceptance Rate: 77%
  • Student-teacher ratio: 27:1
  • Minority enrollment: 51%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Rogers State University ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:

Category
Attribute
Community Size

School Overview

The teacher population of 123 teachers has declined by 64% over five years.
Rogers State University
(OK) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
0
Institution Level
Four or more years
0
Institution Control
Public
0
Total Faculty
123 staff
56 staff
Number of Programs Offered
-2
25

Student Body

The student population of Rogers State University has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 has increased from 10:1 over five years.
The Rogers State University diversity score of 0.69 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 17% over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,272 students
1,520 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
28:1
# Full-Time Students
2,173 students
493 students
# Part-Time Students
1,099 students
1,027 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
241 students
258 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,107 students
489 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
66 students
37 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,028 students
1,019 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
71 students
36 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
300 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
21%
10%
% Asian
2%
3%
% Hispanic
8%
15%
% Black
3%
9%
% White
49%
49%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
13%
10%
% Non Resident races
2%
1%
% Unknown races
2%
3%
Diversity Score
0.69
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
25%
25%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$35,300
$34,700

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $5,725 is more than the state average of $3,475. The in-state tuition has declined by 24% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $12,766 is more than the state average of $7,963. The out-state tuition has declined by 20% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,725
$3,475
Out-State Tuition Fees
$12,766
$7,963
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
95%
90%
Median Debt for Graduates
$20,500
$11,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,753
$5,763
Acceptance Rate
77%
77%
SAT Reading
n/a
387
SAT Math
n/a
475
ACT Total Avg.
59
55
ACT Composite
20
19
ACT English
20
18
ACT Math
19
18
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Hillcat
  • RSU was founded in 1909 – just two years after Oklahoma was granted statehood. The university was officially established as Eastern University Preparatory School in Claremore by the Oklahoma Legislature in its second session. The mission of the Eastern University Preparatory School was to prepare the sons and daughters of Native Americans, farmers, and ranchers for entry into the colleges and universities of Oklahoma. Rogers State University is recognized for its quality academic programs, distance learning options, and high-technology learning environment with campuses in Claremore, Bartlesville, and Pryor. RSU is a national pioneer and leader in distance education. RSU was the first university in Oklahoma to offer bachelor's and associate's degrees entirely via the Internet. RSU offers a variety of bachelor's and associate's degrees to assist our students in achieving their personal and professional goals. RSU offers Bachelor's Degrees in Applied Technology, Biology (Options in Environmental Conservation and Medical and Molecular), Business Administration (Options in Accounting, Entrepreneurship, Human Resources, and Management), Business Information Technology (Options in Computer Network Administration and Software Development and Multimedia), Communications (Options in Corporate Communications and Radio and Television), Justice Administration (Option in Law Enforcement), Liberal Arts, and Social Science (Options in History and Political Science and Psychology and Sociology). RSU also offers a wide variety of Associate's Degrees including Art, Business, Education, and Nursing. Rogers State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA). RSU is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Rogers State University cost?
Rogers State University's tuition is approximately $5,725 for In-State students and $12,766 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Rogers State University?
The acceptance rate of Rogers State University is 77%, which is equal to the state average of 77%.
What is Rogers State University's ranking?
Rogers State University ranks among the top 20% of community college in Oklahoma for: Largest student body.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 3,272 students
  • In-state tuition: $5,725
  • Out-state tuition: $12,766
  • Acceptance Rate: 77%
  • Student-teacher ratio: 27:1
  • Minority enrollment: 51%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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