| Location: | Midwest |
| Setting: | Rural Setting |
| Type: | Public |
| Size: | Small (Under 2,000 Undergrad) |
| Mascot: | Aggies |
The mission of OPSU is to provide higher education primarily for people of the Oklahoma Panhandle and surrounding areas through academic programs, cultural enrichment, lifelong learning experiences, and public service activities. The educational experiences are designed to enrich the personal lives of students and to prepare them for roles in agriculture, business, education, government, and industry.
Oklahoma Panhandle State University (OPSU) is a university in Goodwell, Oklahoma. OPSU is a baccalaureate degree granting institution. General governance of the institution is provided by the Board of Regents of the Oklahoma Agricultural and Mechanical Colleges. Academic programs and financial support are authorized and coordinated through the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education.
Oklahoma Panhandle State University (OPSU) was created by an act of the Oklahoma Legislature in 1909 as Pan-Handle Agricultural Institute offering secondary agricultural education for the Panhandle area. In 1921, the legislature authorized the school to offer a two-year college curriculum, and the name was changed to Panhandle Agricultural and Mechanical College. In 1967, the school was designated as Oklahoma Panhandle State College of Agriculture and Applied Science. In 1974, the University assumed its present name.
The university is organized into six schools that offer associate degrees and bachelor's degrees in such areas as history, education, business, and nursing. OPSU's agriculture-related degree programs produce valued and competent graduates who are qualified to work in the region's many bovine, equine, swine, and farming-related industries. OPSU is regionally accredited by the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools to grant associate and bachelor's degrees. It is also approved by the Oklahoma State Board of Education for the preparation of elementary and secondary teachers.
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OPSU competes as a founding member of the Heartland Conference as the Aggies (except rodeo and football). The university sponsors football, softball (women), baseball (men), and men's and women's golf, cross-country running, and basketball. The football team plays at Carl Wooten Field and competes in the NCAA Division II Independent Football Alliance.
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| Percent of Students International: | 2% |
| On-Campus Housing Available: | Yes |
| Percent of Students Living On-Campus: | 61% |
| Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: | Yes |
| Member of: | NAA, NCAA |
| Sports Include: |
Football (Heartland Conference) Basketball (Heartland Conference) Baseball (Heartland Conference) Track (Heartland Conference) |
| Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) | In-State | Out-of-State | |
Published Tuition and Fees: |
$ 3,309 | $ 5,535 | |
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads: |
$ 2,274 | $ 4,500 | |
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads: |
$ 1,035 | $ 1,035 | |
| Financial Aid | Avg. Amount Received | % of Students Receiving Aid | |
Federal Grants: |
$ 2,934 | 42% | |
State and Local Grants: |
$ 1,160 | 38% | |
Institutional Grants: |
$ 1,634 | 53% | |
Student Loans: |
$ 2,434 | 43% | |
Any Aid: |
90% |
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I'm an incoming freshman at OPSU, in Goodwell, Oklahoma and am from out of state, wondering if anyone has any information on the college. Campus life, activities, etc. I visited it and really liked it but just wanting to get a point of view from former or current students. Thanks for any information.
16 months ago
Best Answer
OPSU is a good school. It's in the middle of no-place but the President and staff is excellent. I spent some time in Guymon and around the college and enjoyed it very much. I hope you enjoy it.
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