Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 75.7%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 75.3%
- Retention Rate
- 88.9%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $63,126
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $20,654
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 17:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 68.2%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $219/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences. | Master | $122,038 | |
| Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration. | Doctoral | $118,296 | $143,167 |
| Dentistry. | Doctoral | $114,892 | $272,159 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Doctoral | $107,694 | $105,335 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $95,473 | $35,957 |
| Psychology, General. | Doctoral | $94,408 | |
| Computer Science. | Master | $94,408 | |
| Petroleum Engineering. | Bachelor | $91,017 | $23,000 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Doctoral | $89,746 | $41,000 |
| Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering. | Master | $83,177 | |
| Industrial Engineering. | Bachelor | $70,176 | $27,000 |
| Construction Management. | Bachelor | $69,338 | $21,875 |
| Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering. | Bachelor | $68,666 | $23,500 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Doctoral | $68,422 | $69,469 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Doctoral | $68,219 |
Outcomes Overview
OU graduates earn a median of $63,126 ten years after graduation, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 33% with typical debt loads of $20,654. Monthly loan payments of $219 represent just 4% of median income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The university's strong alumni network in energy, business, and media reflects Oklahoma's economic landscape, with many graduates staying in-state where cost of living remains low. A 94.8% employment rate demonstrates solid career placement, while the 68% loan repayment rate suggests most graduates can handle their obligations. For a public research university with Big 12 connections and reasonable tuition, OU delivers a strong return on investment.