Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 24.0%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 26.1%
- Retention Rate
- 47.1%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $44,933
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $12,500
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 19:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 51.0%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $133/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $64,196 | $10,408 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $40,467 | $16,521 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor | $27,295 | $19,673 |
| Animal Sciences. | Bachelor | $25,194 |
Outcomes Overview
OPSU graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $12,500, creating monthly payments of $133. This translates to roughly 3.6% of their median starting income of $44,933, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The 97% employment rate reflects strong regional demand for graduates in agriculture, education, and rural healthcare. Many Aggies stay in Oklahoma and surrounding states where their degrees carry weight in farming communities and small towns. The debt-to-income ratio of 0.28 compares favorably to the national average of 0.37 for public universities. With low borrowing costs and steady job placement in recession-resistant fields, OPSU delivers a strong return on investment for students seeking practical careers in rural America.