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University of Central Oklahoma vs Oklahoma City University

MSN programs compared — side-by-side on NCLEX pass rates, tuition, admissions, and format.

Updated Reviewed by NurseWay Editorial Team

At a glance

Lower tuition
University of Central Oklahoma
$8,616 vs $13,410
Easier to get into
University of Central Oklahoma
81.8% vs 70.4% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

University of Central Oklahoma
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Oklahoma City University
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeMSNMSN
Formatin personin person
LocationEdmond, OKOklahoma City, OK
Length24 months24 months
NCLEX pass rate84.3%
Acceptance rate81.8%BEST70.4%
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$8,616 in / $18,624 outBEST$13,410
In-state tuition$8,616BEST$13,410
Out-of-state tuition$18,624$13,410BEST
Clinical placement
AccreditationCCNESCORECARD_BASELINE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, University of Central Oklahoma or Oklahoma City University?

University of Central Oklahoma is the more affordable option at roughly $8,616, compared to $13,410. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are University of Central Oklahoma and Oklahoma City University the same type of program?

Both are MSN programs, so they award the same credential. Compare them on NCLEX pass rate, tuition, length, and location to find the better fit.

How do I decide between University of Central Oklahoma and Oklahoma City University?

Start by ruling out programs you can't get into (compare your GPA against each school's admissions stats), then weight what matters most — NCLEX pass rate for quality, total tuition for cost, length for time-to-degree, and format (online, hybrid, in-person) for lifestyle. Use NurseWay's free intake to get a personalized fit score for both.

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