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Western Oklahoma State College, also known as WOSC, was established in 1926. It is a community college, located in Altus, Oklahoma. The institution offers associate's degrees in arts, science, and applied science. Continuing educations are also offered online. Distance learning courses are also available.
WOSC's athletics department fields a number of men’s and women's sports teams. They compete in National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA). The teams are nicknamed as the Pioneers and they participate in sports including basketball, baseball, softball, golf, and rodeo.
Western Oklahoma State College has an active student life. The campus is home to several clubs and organizations. These are Aggie Club, Nursing Club, Phi Theta Kappa, Western Choral Society, and Student Senate among others.
Western Oklahoma State College is found in Altus, OK. Altus is a rural site not far from an urban area. The school is a public institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Associate's degree at Western Oklahoma State College.
The school is known for its programs in liberal arts.
Admission to Western Oklahoma State College is not automatic; not everyone who applies gets in.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
Students numbered 2,217 in 2007 at Western Oklahoma State College.
A lot of students at the school attend part-time. Western Oklahoma State College offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. The school offers students meal plans.
More complete details are provided below.
Western Oklahoma State College
2801 N Main St
Altus, OK 73521-1397
General Phone: (580) 477-2000
http://www.wosc.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 143 | general studies, liberal arts and sciences |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 70 | registered nursing |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 15 | criminal justice and police, fire protection |
| Medical Support And Technology | 14 | radiation therapist |
| Family And Social Work | 12 | child development |
| Business And Management | 6 | accounting technology |
| Mechanics And Repair | 5 | mechanics and repairers |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 4 | computer services management |
| Engineering Technician | 3 | computer systems tech, aerospace engineering tech |
| Transportation | 2 | aviation operations |
Number of programs and degrees for Western Oklahoma State College in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 262 | 12 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 12 | 1 |
In 2007, Western Oklahoma State College had a total enrollment of 2,217 students (1,222 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 46% |
| Women | 54% |
| Full-Time | 73% |
| Part-Time | 27% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 71% |
| Black | 11% |
| Hispanic | 12% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 4% |
| Unknown | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 8% |
| 18-19 | 26% |
| 20-21 | 19% |
| 22-24 | 11% |
| 25-29 | 11% |
| 30-34 | 6% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
| 65+ | 3% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Oklahoma | 83% |
| Texas | 5% |
| (International Students) | 4% |
| State unknown | 1% |
| North Carolina | 1% |
| New York | 1% |
| Kansas | 1% |
| Washington, DC | 1% |
| Florida | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 53 % |
| Part-Time | 29 % |
Western Oklahoma State College offers campus housing for 90 of its 1,222 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Altus, Oklahoma for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Oklahoma Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 15 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 458 | 420 | 92% | 409 | 97% |
| Men | 211 | 195 | 92% | 190 | 97% |
| Women | 247 | 225 | 91% | 219 | 97% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Verbal | 15 | 21 |
| ACT Math | 16 | 20 |
| ACT Composite | 16 | 21 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 63% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 2,550 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 3,135 |
| Room and board | $ 4,400 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,600 |
Financial Aid:
Western Oklahoma State College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 314600)
Western Oklahoma State College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 9 | 8 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 5 | 17 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 5 | 1 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 4 | $57,644 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 2 | * | 4 | $57,644 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 17 | $43,871 | 22 | $41,382 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 17 | $43,871 | 22 | $41,382 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 12 | 14 | 26 |
| Basketball | 5 | 12 | 17 |
| Baseball | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| All Other Sports | 0 | 2 | 2 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer/Info Tech Services Administration & Management, Other
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering Technology/Technician
Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Development
LIBERAL ARTS
General Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Mechanics and Repairers, General
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Police Science
Fire Protection, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Western Oklahoma State College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 3% |  |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % students 40 years or older (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 13% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 14% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | |
Notable:
Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Offers athletic scholarships
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