Cheapest Geography and Cartography Colleges in Oklahoma

East Central University offers Oklahoma's most affordable Geography and Cartography education at just $9,287 net cost annually, though its 32.70% graduation rate trails significantly behind Norman's 75.30%. The state's energy sector and aerospace operations at Tinker Air Force Base create steady demand for geographic information systems specialists and cartographers. Oklahoma Promise scholarships help bridge financial gaps for qualifying students, making these already low-cost programs even more accessible across all five state institutions.

Programs

$9,287 – $18,990

Net Price Range

$37,856

Avg. Program Earnings

49.7%

Avg. Graduation Rate

5 Geography and Cartography Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	East Central University Ada, Oklahoma	$9,287	$8,032	32.7%	70.1%
2	Northeastern State University Tahlequah, Oklahoma	$11,800	$7,513	37.2%	99.5%
3	Oklahoma State University-Main Campus Stillwater, Oklahoma	$16,378	$10,234	65.9%	70.6%
4	University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman, Oklahoma	$17,413	$9,595	75.3%	72.9%
5	University of Central Oklahoma Edmond, Oklahoma	$18,990	$8,522	37.5%	69.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the wide graduation rate gap between Oklahoma geography programs?

University of Oklahoma-Norman achieves a 75.30% graduation rate compared to East Central University's 32.70%, reflecting differences in academic support and student preparation. Oklahoma State falls in the middle at 65.90%, while Northeastern State and University of Central Oklahoma both hover around 37%.

How does Oklahoma Promise affect geography program costs?

Oklahoma Promise covers full tuition for qualifying families earning under $60,000, reducing costs at schools like Northeastern State from $7,513 to just fees and living expenses. This makes the $11,800 net price at Northeastern State particularly attractive for eligible students.

Does Oklahoma's energy industry influence geography career prospects?

Oklahoma's oil and gas sector relies heavily on GIS mapping and geological surveys, creating consistent demand for geography graduates. The state's aerospace presence at Tinker Air Force Base also requires cartographic and spatial analysis skills for defense mapping projects.

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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.