Is Southwestern Oklahoma State University worth it?
Southwestern Oklahoma State University is a public, four-year institution in Weatherford, Oklahoma (small town). It awarded 1,344 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in registered nursing, business administration and management and pharmaceutical sciences.
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Federal context for Southwestern Oklahoma State University
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Median earnings 1 year after
$49,371
Median earnings 4 years after
$57,954
Median earnings 10 years after
$45,744
Average net price
$14,459
Completion rate
40%
Completions (2024)
1,344
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
3,514
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | $75,846 | $89,549 | 250 |
| Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration | First professional | $120,944 | $134,141 | 137 |
| Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration | Bachelor's | $115,284 | N/A | 74 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $43,762 | $51,657 | 66 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Bachelor's | $41,943 | $42,538 | 62 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision | Master's | $66,072 | $73,912 | 61 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Master's | $49,430 | $53,999 | 51 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | Bachelor's | $43,302 | $47,607 | 49 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology | Master's | $53,204 | $58,594 | 46 |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities Management | Bachelor's | $38,506 | $50,937 | 45 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Bachelor's | $41,575 | $50,716 | 45 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Master's | $61,372 | $78,703 | 41 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate | $43,773 | $47,268 | 40 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | Bachelor's | $44,818 | $50,561 | 36 |
| Health Professions Education, Ethics, and Humanities | Master's | $88,466 | N/A | 32 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Bachelor's | 242 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Bachelor's | 97 |
| Pharmaceutical Sciences | Bachelor's | 57 |
| Pharmacy | Doctoral professional practice | 54 |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General | Bachelor's | 50 |
| Elementary Education and Teaching | Bachelor's | 47 |
| General Studies | Associate | 46 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 45 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Master's | 45 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Master's | 43 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 32% | 2,259 |
| Educational Services | 27% | 1,926 |
| Retail Trade | 12% | 828 |
| Public Administration | 5% | 392 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 4% | 274 |
| Manufacturing | 3% | 223 |
| Finance and Insurance | 3% | 192 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 2% | 178 |
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Sources: federal figures for Southwestern Oklahoma State University. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Oklahoma. Counts under 10 are not published.
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