Universities in Tulsa, USA
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Latest ranking updates related to universities in Tulsa
  • 12 Jul, 2024: Publication of Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities. The University of Tulsa with highest ranking among universities in Tulsa ranked #1154.
  • 24 Jun, 2024: New edition of US News: Best Global Universities. The University of Tulsa in position #1360.
  • 15 Jun, 2024: Publication of Nature Index: Research Leaders Academic Sector. The University of Tulsa ranked #2153.
  • 15 Jun, 2024: Nature Index published most recent results of Nature Index - Top Academic Institutions by Subject (Health Sciences). Includes 3 universities from Tulsa.

Tulsa is a metropolis full of great attractions, a vibrant nightlife scene, and bustling commercial areas. It’s a dynamic city known for its diverse urban districts, chic restaurants, a special love of the arts, and also one of the largest collections of art deco architecture in the country. The Gathering Place, named America’s Best New Attraction in 2019, is an immense park with fantastical playgrounds, a lake for canoeing, a concert stage,and plenty of activities for everyone. The Blue Dome Entertainment District offers a variety of dining options, where students often find themselves on a night out as some of the best bars in Tulsa are located there.

Within the state of Oklahoma, Tulsa is second in size only to Oklahoma City and is full of job opportunities for graduating students and entrepreneurs.


Rankings of universities in Tulsa, USA 2024

  • #110 
  • #501 
THE World University Rankings
[Published 27 September, 2023]
  • #179 
  • #179 
Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education US College Rankings
[Published 14 September, 2021]
  • #165 
  • #1001 
QS World University Rankings
[Published 04 June, 2024]
Show 16 more rankings of The University of Tulsa and subject specific rankings for 3 subjects

#2
USA

Oklahoma State University-Tulsa

  • #277 
  • #1778 
Scimago Institutions Rankings
[Published 06 March, 2024]

#3
USA

Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences

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  • #293 
  • #1872 
Scimago Institutions Rankings
[Published 06 March, 2024]
  • #722 
  • #4554 
Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities
[Published 12 July, 2024]


Student satisfaction: 4.4 / 5.0 (based on 398 student ratings)
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  • #610 
  • #600 
Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education US College Rankings
[Published 14 September, 2021]
  • #685 
  • #711 
Payscale College Salary Report - Best Universities (Bachelors only)
[Published 11 November, 2021]
  • #399 
  • #405 
Washington Monthly - National Universities
[Published 27 August, 2023]
Show 2 more rankings of Oral Roberts University and subject specific rankings for 3 subjects

Highest subject rankings of universities in Tulsa

Engineering Payscale College Salary Report - Best Schools by Majors
#4 
The University of Tulsa
Law US News: Best Grad Schools (US)
#120 
The University of Tulsa
Education US News: Best Grad Schools (US)
#229 
Oral Roberts University
Nursing & Health Care Payscale College Salary Report - Best Schools by Majors
#254 
Oral Roberts University

Student Opinions About Studying in Tulsa

“You have to go to the Gathering Place, it’s the biggest and most impressive park I’ve ever been to. I’ve been living here half a year and I haven’t been able to see the whole city yet, because there’s so much to do and see. For a bigger city, the locals are surprisingly friendly and approachable.”

“Tulsa is a safe and peaceful place, and I think it would be a good place to raise a family. The cost of living is cheaper than other places which has been helpful in my case because studying at the University of Tulsa is the first time I’ve lived by myself. I’ve met lovely people here and there’s always something interesting to get involved with.”

Tulsa Key Facts for International Students

PROS

  • Tulsa has a variety of reputable universities, with some of its universities being ranked as among the best in the nation.
  • Tulsa has an extensive public transportation network, and the airport serves more than three million international travelers per year.

CONS

  • Crime rates in Tulsa are high and have been increasing in the past few years.
  • A recurring complaint from young people is that closing time for clubs and bars is 1:45am, too early to have a really good time.
  • The weather is unpredictable, so you never know what to expect, sun, rain or storm.

4 out of 4 Universities in Tulsa Ranked in at least one ranking

19 Different Rankings list Universities in Tulsa (15 institution and 4 subject rankings)

Population: 414000

Elevation: 220 m. above sea level

Time: GMT -6

District/province: Oklahoma, Tulsa County

Living costs for students in Tulsa:

* 100 = prices in London

  • Living costs without accommodation 79* (21% cheaper than London)
  • All costs including accommodation 61* (39% cheaper than London)
  • Meals (grocery & lower cost restaurants) 74* (26% cheaper than London)
  • Average Big Mac price 5.15 US$
  • Plug Type A
    • Residential voltage: 120 V
    • Frequency: 60 Hz
  • Plug Type B
    • Residential voltage: 120 V
    • Frequency: 60 Hz

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The University of Tulsa ranks #1 in Tulsa in our meta ranking composed of 123 university rankings.

Among all universities in Tulsa The University of Tulsa is listed in the largest number of rankings. See all 25 rankings where The University of Tulsa is listed.

The University of Tulsa is ranked best in Tulsa for Engineering (Engineering). See all rankings for the The University of Tulsa.

The University of Tulsa is ranked best in Tulsa for Law (Law). See all rankings for the The University of Tulsa.

Oral Roberts University is ranked best in Tulsa for Education (Education). See all rankings for the Oral Roberts University.

Oral Roberts University is ranked best in Tulsa for Medicine & Health (Nursing & Health Care). See all rankings for the Oral Roberts University.

Ranking publishers

British Quacquarelli Symonds, UK

Criteria used in ranking -QS World University Rankings:

Academic Reputation 40% Employer Reputation 10% Faculty/Student Ratio 20% Citations per faculty 20% International Faculty Ratio 5% International Student Ratio 5%

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Criteria used in ranking -QS Employability Rankings:

Employer reputation 30% Alumni outcomes 25% Partnerships with Employers per Faculty 25% Employer/Student Connections 10% Graduate employment rate 10%

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CWUR Center for World University Rankings

Criteria used in ranking -CWUR Center for World University Rankings:

Research Performance: 40%

  • Research Output: 10%
  • High-Quality Publications: 10%
  • Influence: 10%
  • Citations: 10%

Quality of Education: 25%

Alumni Employment: 25%

Quality of Faculty: 10%

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Forbes

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Kiplinger

Criteria used in ranking -Kiplinger's Best College Values:

Quality Criteria 55% Cost Criteria 45%

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Criteria used in ranking -Kiplinger's Best College Values:

Quality Criteria 55% Cost Criteria 45%

MONEY

Criteria used in ranking -MONEY Best Colleges in America, ranked by value:

Quality of education 33.33% Affordability 33.33% Outcomes 33.33%

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Nature Index

Criteria used in ranking -Nature Index: Research Leaders Academic Sector:

Article count (AC) Fractional count (FC) Weighted fractional count (WFC)

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Payscale

Criteria used in ranking -Payscale College Salary Report - Best Universities (Bachelors only):

Ranking is based on ROI

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Scimago Institutions

Criteria used in ranking -Scimago Institutions Rankings:

Research 50% Innovation 30%
Societal 20%

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THE Times Higher Education, UK

Criteria used in ranking -THE World University Rankings:

30% Teaching (the Learning Environment)

  • Reputation survey: 15%
  • Staff-to-student ratio: 4.5%
  • Doctorate-to-bachelor’s ratio: 2.25%
  • Doctorates-awarded-to-academic-staff ratio: 6%
  • Institutional income: 2.25%

30% Research (Volume, Income and Reputation)

  • Reputation survey: 18%
  • Research income: 6%
  • Research productivity: 6%

30% Citations (Research Influence)

7.5% International Outlook (Staff, Students and Research)

  • Proportion of international students: 2.5%
  • Proportion of international staff: 2.5%
  • International collaboration: 2.5%

2.5% Industry Income (Knowledge Transfer)"

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Urap

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Us News

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Wallstreet Journal USA & THE Times Higher Education, UK

Criteria used in ranking -Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education US College Rankings:

Outcomes 40% (employability) Resources 30% Engagement 20% (teaching) Environment 10% (diversity)

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Washington Monthly

Criteria used in ranking -Washington Monthly - National Universities:

Social Mobility 33.33%
Research 33.33%
Community and National Service 33.33%

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Webometrics

Criteria used in ranking -Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities:

Visibility 50% Excellence 35% Transparency 10% Presence 5%

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