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Oklahoma City University vs University of Tulsa

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
Oklahoma City University
$13,410 vs $26,928
Easier to get into
Oklahoma City University
70.4% vs 58.0% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

Oklahoma City University
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
University of Tulsa
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeMSNMSN
Formatin personin person
LocationOklahoma City, OKTulsa, OK
Length24 months24 months
NCLEX pass rate84.3%
Acceptance rate70.4%BEST58.0%
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$13,410BEST$26,928
In-state tuition$13,410BEST$26,928
Out-of-state tuition$13,410BEST$26,928
Clinical placement
AccreditationSCORECARD_BASELINESCORECARD_BASELINE

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Oklahoma City University is the more affordable option at roughly $13,410, compared to $26,928. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are Oklahoma City University and University of Tulsa 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 Oklahoma City University and University of Tulsa?

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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