Western Oklahoma State College

Altus, Oklahoma, United States · Est. 1926 · Community College

Oklahoma's oldest municipal two-year college, serving students since 1926 with a 20:1 student-to-teacher ratio.

  • Founded in 1926 as Altus Junior College; renamed Western Oklahoma State College in 1974
  • Public community college located in Altus, Oklahoma
  • Fall 2023 enrollment: 1,151 undergraduates
  • 20:1 student-to-teacher ratio; average graduate GPA after transfer: 3.0
  • Notable for successful baseball program with multiple MLB alumni (Andrelton Simmons, Josh James, Juan Perez, Casey Sadler, Angel Castro)
  • Offers degree programs in agriculture sciences, criminal justice, early childhood, nursing, and information technology

Academics

Western Oklahoma State College offers associate degree programs across multiple disciplines including agriculture sciences, criminal justice, early childhood education, nursing, and information technology. The college maintains a 20:1 student-to-teacher ratio and reports that graduates who transfer earn an average GPA of 3.0. The institution provides articulation agreements and prior learning assessment options to support student pathways.

Athletics & Campus Life

WOSC competes in intercollegiate sports including men's and women's basketball, baseball, softball, rodeo, cheerleading, esports, and shooting sports. The baseball program is particularly renowned, having made the national junior college Division II World Series in four consecutive seasons and winning the national championship in 2011. The college features on-campus residential housing (Pioneer Point) with capacity for 96 students in the main facility plus a 40-bed dormitory, a state-of-the-art Wellness Center, and weekday meal service.

Admissions

New students must submit an admission application, official high school transcripts (or waiver for adults over 21), official ACT or SAT scores, and immunization records or waiver. Official college transcripts are required if the student has attended other institutions. The admissions office responds to applications within 24-48 hours. Returning students absent for one year must reapply and submit updated transcripts.

Facilities & Resources

The campus includes a library, bookstore, counseling services, and a testing center. Students have access to Canvas learning management system, Pioneer Gmail, and MyWestern portal. The college provides support services including financial aid, student billing, and veteran benefits. Campus tours and a detailed campus map are available to prospective students.

Founded
1926
Type
Community College
Courses
5
Total intake
Not yet verified
Websitehttp://www.wosc.edu/
HousingAvailable
Some details are still being verified.

Quick stats

Courses offered
5
Avg career outcomes
$38.2K
Total intake
Not yet verified
Housing
Yes
Data last verified June 2026 · compiled from official sources