- Western Oklahoma State College is committed to providing exemplary educational opportunities to meet the needs of the individual and the community in an increasingly global society. In accordance with our mission, Western`s educational programs and services are designed to help people achieve their individual potential, enrich their lives, and become responsible and productive members of society.
School Highlights
Western Oklahoma State College serves 1,162 students (42% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 35:1 is higher than the state community college average of 28:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 51%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 1,162 students
- In-state tuition: $4,384
- Out-state tuition: $8,739
- Student-teacher ratio: 35:1
- Minority enrollment: 50%
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 41% over five years.
Western Oklahoma State College
(OK) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Year Founded
1926
Campus Size
142 acres
Total Faculty
33 staff
56 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Western Oklahoma State College has declined by 14% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 35:1 has increased from 24:1 over five years.
The Western Oklahoma State College diversity score of 0.68 is less than the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has grown by 7% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,162 students
1,520 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
35:1
28:1
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Full-Time Students
486 students
493 students
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
676 students
1,027 students
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Enrollment Undergraduate
1,162 students
1,223 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
486 students
489 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
676 students
1,012 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
129 students
300 students
Showing 2011–2023. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
10%
% Asian
1%
3%
% Hispanic
23%
15%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Black
7%
9%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% White
50%
49%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Two or more races
11%
10%
% Non Resident races
3%
1%
% Unknown races
3%
3%
Diversity Score
0.68
0.71
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
34%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$34,700
$33,300
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $4,384 is more than the state average of $3,475. The in-state tuition has declined by 15% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,739 is more than the state average of $7,963. The out-state tuition has declined by 5% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,384
$3,475
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,739
$7,963
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
94%
90%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,000
$11,500
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,007
$5,763
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Sports
BaseballBasketball
CheeringSoftball
School Mascot
Pioneers
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Esports
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Western Oklahoma State College, established as Altus Junior College in 1926, is the oldest original municipal two-year college still in existence in Oklahoma. Its operation since 1967 has been under the provision of State Bill No. 2 of the 1967 Oklahoma Legislature and the Community Junior College Act. On August 16, 1974, the college became Western Oklahoma State College by an act of the state legislature, signed by the Governor on April 3, 1974. Western Oklahoma State College is geographically located in Southwestern Oklahoma. As a state-supported institution, it is open to all residents of Oklahoma but functions primarily to serve the counties of Jackson, Greer, Harmon, Kiowa, and Tillman. Western Oklahoma State College awards the following degrees and other forms of academic recognition to those students who successfully complete the educational program plans approved to be offered at the institution. The college offers Associate in Arts, Associate in Science, Associate in Applied Science and Certificate Programs. The college is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools-Commission on Institutions of Higher Education.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Western Oklahoma State College cost?
Western Oklahoma State College's tuition is approximately $4,384 for In-State students and $8,739 for Out-State students.
What sports does Western Oklahoma State College offer?
Western Oklahoma State College offers 4 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering and Softball.
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