Cheapest Arts Colleges in Oklahoma

Oklahoma State University delivers the state's most affordable Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management education at just $16,378 net cost, nearly $10,000 less than the next cheapest option. Six programs span from $16,378 to $26,827, with public schools offering significant savings over private alternatives. The state's growing media sector, anchored by film production incentives and major broadcasting companies in Oklahoma City and Tulsa, creates internship and career opportunities for graduates entering entertainment business roles.

Programs

$16,378 – $26,827

Net Price Range

53.0%

Avg. Graduation Rate

6 Arts, Entertainment,and Media Management Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Oklahoma State University-Main Campus Stillwater, Oklahoma	$16,378	$10,234	65.9%	70.6%
2	Southern Nazarene University Bethany, Oklahoma	$17,838	$29,600	48.8%
3	University of Central Oklahoma Edmond, Oklahoma	$18,990	$8,522	37.5%	69.9%
4	Oklahoma City University Oklahoma City, Oklahoma	$21,556	$33,586	64.2%	70.4%
5	University of Tulsa Tulsa, Oklahoma	$23,678	$48,602	73.3%	69.2%
6	Oklahoma Wesleyan University Bartlesville, Oklahoma	$26,827	$31,466	28.4%	52.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the $10,000 cost gap between Oklahoma's cheapest and most expensive Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management programs?

Oklahoma State University's $16,378 net cost reflects its status as a large public institution with state funding support. Private schools like Oklahoma Wesleyan University at $26,827 lack this subsidy and operate with smaller enrollment numbers, creating higher per-student costs despite financial aid packages.

How do graduation rates vary among Oklahoma's most affordable Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management programs?

University of Tulsa leads with a 73.3% graduation rate despite being the second most expensive option at $23,678. Oklahoma State University maintains a solid 65.9% rate at the lowest cost, while University of Central Oklahoma shows just 37.5% completion despite charging only $18,990 net.

Does Oklahoma's Promise scholarship program apply to Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management students?

Oklahoma's Promise covers full tuition at public universities for qualifying low-income students, making programs at Oklahoma State University and University of Central Oklahoma essentially free for eligible residents. This brings the effective cost well below the listed $16,378 and $18,990 net prices for thousands of students annually.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.