Why Study in Oklahoma?
There are many good reasons to choose a school in Oklahoma for your college, university or language study.
- Oklahoma has 38 accredited public and independent colleges and universities. A map of institutions in the state is available in the Counselors' Resource Book: Oklahoma's Colleges and Universities.
- Oklahoma has eight approved intensive English programs (IEP).
- Higher education in Oklahoma is affordable. Comparing tuition costs with similar institutions in other regions of the United States, Oklahoma higher education is a great educational value. Students from moderate- income families are particularly pleased with Oklahoma institutions’ tuition and fee schedules.
- The cost-of-living index in Oklahoma is extremely favorable. Your money goes further because food prices, housing/rental costs, gas/petrol prices, etc. are among the lowest in the nation. Oklahoma provides safe campuses and communities, with crime rates generally lower than other regions.
- Oklahoma is the center, the heartland, of our country – offering a genuine American experience to international students – and is perfectly located for travel, both arriving in the United States and visiting the rest of our country. A map of the United States is available at the end of this section. Oklahoma is culturally diverse with representatives from all major ethnic groups among our citizens. Oklahoma also has a large Native American population and wide access to Native American culture, art, pow-wows and festivals. For more information on Oklahoma, visit www.travelok.com (external link).
