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Oklahoma Wesleyan University

Bartlesville, OK·Private·www.okwu.edu/

Campus Identity

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Oklahoma Wesleyan University is a small private nonprofit university in Bartlesville, OK. Approximately 673 students are enrolled. Admissions are accessible with a 66% acceptance rate. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 65/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Oklahoma Wesleyan University is a small private nonprofit university in Bartlesville, OK. Approximately 673 students are enrolled. Admissions are accessible with a 66% acceptance rate. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 65/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

66%
Acceptance Rate
810 applications
20
ACT Score (50th %ile)
$27,998
In-State Tuition
+$1,500 fees
$27,998
Out-of-State Tuition
+$1,500 fees
$9,800
Room & Board
19 meals/week
673
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
38%
Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
NAIA
Athletics
KCAC
Selectivity66% · Open
Highly SelectiveOpen

Campus Lifestyle

Athletics

NAIA

KCAC

School Size & Setting

Under 1,000

Town setting

Ski Access

197 miles

Snow Creek Ski Area

Weather

Warm Climate

51°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

197 mi away
30 skiable acres6 lifts
321 mi away
50 skiable acres2 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Bartlesville, OK

35°Jan39°Feb48°Mar58°Apr67°May76°Jun81°Jul79°Aug71°Sep59°Oct47°Nov37°Dec

Station: BARTLESVILLE 3 · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

65/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety775943
77/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
59/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
43/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$27,998
Fees
$1,500
Room & Board
$9,800
Total
$39,298
Meal Plan: 19 meals/week

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

58 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Business Administration, Management and OperationsMaster's
31 grads/yr$84,951
Business/Commerce, GeneralBachelor's
30 grads/yr$60,046
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingBachelor's
24 grads/yr$89,006
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/FitnessBachelor's
13 grads/yr
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
11 grads/yr$47,739

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Master's3 grads$97,019
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Bachelor's24 grads$89,006
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other
Bachelor's10 grads$86,511
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Master's31 grads$84,951
Business/Commerce, General
Bachelor's30 grads$60,046
Criminology
Bachelor's3 grads$59,143
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's11 grads$47,739
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
Bachelor's13 grads
Radio, Television, and Digital Communication
Bachelor's10 grads
Accounting and Related Services
Bachelor's7 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Oklahoma Wesleyan University located?

Oklahoma Wesleyan University is located in Bartlesville, OK. The main campus address is 2201 Silver Lake Rd, Bartlesville, OK. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.

What is the acceptance rate at Oklahoma Wesleyan University?

Oklahoma Wesleyan University has an acceptance rate of 66%, making it moderately selective. Out of 810 applicants, 536 were admitted in the most recent year. 673 students enrolled.

What ACT score do you need for Oklahoma Wesleyan University?

The middle 50% of enrolled students at Oklahoma Wesleyan University scored between ? and ? on the ACT, with a median of 20. Scoring in this range will put you within the typical range, though admissions decisions consider many factors.

How much does it cost to attend Oklahoma Wesleyan University?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Oklahoma Wesleyan University charges $27,998/year in tuition. Including room and board ($9,800/year), the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $29,498/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Oklahoma Wesleyan University's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Does Oklahoma Wesleyan University have college sports?

Yes — Oklahoma Wesleyan University competes at the NAIA level in the KCAC. Division III programs emphasize academic achievement alongside athletic competition, without athletic scholarships.

Is Oklahoma Wesleyan University the right fit for me?

Whether Oklahoma Wesleyan University is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions selectivity (66% admit rate), cost ($27,998/year out-of-state), campus culture in Bartlesville, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Oklahoma Wesleyan University against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Oklahoma Wesleyan University directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Private
Location
Bartlesville, OK
Size
Under 1,000
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral
NCAA
NAIA
Conference
KCAC
School Year Weather
Warm · 51°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
65/100
Nearest Airport
Tulsa, OK (TUL) · 36 mialso RVS (47 mi), PNC (63 mi)

Location

Bartlesville, OK

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.