Best Colleges in Oklahoma

A Southern state whose official state song was written by Rodgers and Hammerstein, Oklahoma has a distinctive panhandle, 50 state parks, and two nationally protected forests. Most of the colleges in Oklahoma are state universities, but there are several private institutions, as well. The oldest institution in the state is the University of Central Oklahoma, UCO, while the University of Tulsa is the most selective. There are also five tribal colleges. Oil and gas, aviation, telecommunications and biotechnology are top industries in the the Sooner State, while the Gilcrease Museum, Woolaroc Ranch, and the longest run of Route 66 are prominent attractions.

How Were the Top Schools in Oklahoma Chosen?

Appily determines “Best Colleges” based on publicly-available information from the US Department of Education. Several factors include, but are not limited to, data about admitted students’ academic calibers, students’ expected career outcomes after graduation, and colleges’ investments toward making their institution accessible to all students.

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Northern Oklahoma College is a public, 2-year institution located in the city of Tonkawa, and is the state’s oldest community college. Along with the main campus, the college also maintains satellite facilities in Enid and Stillwater. NOC offers...

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Northern Oklahoma College is a great college! The teachers are always understanding and helpful. NOC is cheap and affordable!

” – Haley from Blackwell, OK
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Oklahoma City Community College is the second largest 2-year community college in The Sooner State. OCCC, pronounced “O-triple-C,” features the Students Connecting with Mentors for Success (SCMS) program for students needing advice, as well as the...

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This school is absolutely amazing for an educational experience. I am attending an off-site campus and receiving my credit at Oklahoma City Community College. Since being here my knowledge level has changed dramatically, before I knew almost nothing...

” – Meryl from Moore, OK
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Redlands Community College is a 2-year institution in the Oklahoma City metro area. Redlands is home to eight academic departments offering degree and certificate-granting programs of study as well as an honors program. The RCC associate degree in...

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The classes at Redlands are great and the professors are always willing to help, whether you are behind or just have some questions about finals. Another plus is that the credits transfer to almost every college in the state.

” – Jenifer from Amber, OK
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Rose State College is a public, 2-year institution established in Midwest City, Oklahoma, seven miles from downtown. The campus features a number of recently renovated facilities, such as the Aquatics Center, the H.B. Atkinson Theatre, and the newly...

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The professors are great. They actually care about you and your grades. The reason I believe I learn a lot is because those teachers have a passion to actually teach you something. I love how much I've learned in the short time I've been here!

” – Mathew from Mcloud, OK
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Southwest Technology Center is a technical and vocational school in southwest Oklahoma. SWTC offers degrees and certificates in 15 career-centered fields of study. For distance-learning students, SWTC offers online classes in 12 departments...

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Caddo Kiowa Technology Center is a technical and vocational school and one of the first technology centers in Oklahoma. CKTC confers degrees and certificates in 16 full-time career-centered fields of study. Additionally, CKTC hosts short-term courses...

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Named for a former Speaker of the House, Carl Albert State College is a 2-year community college in southeast Oklahoma. CASC is home to six academic divisions and offers a number of 8-week courses for non-degree seeking students. To assist CASC’s...

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Carl Albert State College is affordable for every student. We have every kind of student ranging from international students, to students who have lived in the area their whole lives. Whether you are looking for a laid back atmosphere or a more...

” – Katelynn from Poteau, OK
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Established in 2004, Clary Sage College is a private, 2-year institution located in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Clary Sage offers nine career-oriented diploma programs in various cosmetology and design fields of study. Students at Clary Sage have the...

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Originally founded as a dental assistant training school, Community Care College is a career and vocational training academy in Tulsa. CCC offers degrees and diplomas in 11 areas of study in the Business and Healthcare fields. In addition to...

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Connors State College is a 2-year public college in eastern Oklahoma. Connors State offers degrees in over 25 areas of study within 16 academic divisions. In addition, Connors State provides distance learning via videoconferencing or online courses...

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Connor is a small schoole, which makes it easer to get help on work and other things. They offer free tutoring for everyone. Connorss has a rodieo team and a place you can bored your horse.

” – Karen from Checotah, OK
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Eastern Oklahoma State College is a public, 2-year institution established in Wilburton, with satellite academic centers in McAlester, Idabel, and Antlers. Eastern primarily offers career-oriented academic programs, including Business, Agriculture...

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Get involved! There are so many fun activities around! It can only be a good experience if you make it one.

” – Rachel from Mcalester, OK
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Indian Capital Technology Center-Muskogee is a trade school and a campus of ICTC in eastern Oklahoma. The ICTC Muskogee campus is home to 10 academic departments offering degrees and certificates in vocational fields of study. In addition to...

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Indian Capital Technology Center Tahlequah is a workforce training academy and a campus of ICTC in eastern Oklahoma. The Tahlequah campus is home to eight vocational academic departments hosting degree and certificate-granting programs. In addition...

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Kiamichi Technology Centers-Durant is a trade school and a southern Oklahoma campus of the Kiamichi Technology Centers system. KTC-Durant confers degrees and certificates in 11 technical and vocational academic programs. Additionally, the Durant...

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The Kiamichi Technology Center-Stigler is a technical and vocational school and an eastern Oklahoma campus of KTC. KTC-Stigler confers degrees and certificates in 11 career-centered fields of study. For working students, the Cosmetology program is...

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The Kiamichi Technology Center-Talihina is a trade school and a campus of Kiamichi Technology Center in southeast Oklahoma. KTC-Talihina grants degrees and certificates in six vocational academic programs. Among these, the KTC-Talihina Environmental...

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Meridian Technology Center is a 2-year technical and vocational school serving a five-county area in northern Oklahoma. MTC confers degrees and certificates in 31 career-centered fields of study. MTC also encourages volunteerism and community service...

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Oklahoma Technical College is a technical and vocational school with a main campus and two extension sites in Tulsa. OTC offers four career-centered academic programs in Automotive Technology, Diesel Technology, Welding, and HVAC-R. All courses are...

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Seminole State College is a public institution with four campuses in central Florida. Seminole State is comprised of four schools offering both bachelor’s and associate degrees in twelve academic departments. The college also offers the chance to...

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Located in the Muscogee Nation’s capital, the College of the Muscogee Nation is a 2-year tribal college in eastern Oklahoma. CMN confers associate degrees in Native American Studies, Tribal Services, Gaming, and Police Science. All courses emphasize...