Rogers State University (RSU)

About
Rogers State University, located in Claremore, Oklahoma, was founded in 1909, two years after Oklahoma became a state, and was known as Eastern University Preparatory School. By 1917 the school had closed due to changing educational needs in the area, and was reopened in 1919 as the Oklahoma Military Academy. OMA operated until 1971, when the growing needs of the community had the school changed to Claremore Junior College. As the school grew, it once again changed its name to better represent its service area and mission, become Rogers State College in 1982. In 1996 Rogers State College merged with the University Center in Tulsa, forming Rogers University, though the campuses separated two years later, resulting in Rogers University becoming part of the Oklahoma University System and being renamed Rogers State University, obtaining bachelor degree granting status in 2000.

Academics
Rogers State University offers a large number of majors and minors to allow students to choose a program of study that best suits their academic and career goals. Most programs result in a  bachelor's degree and take four years to complete. Associate degree programs are also available, taking two years to complete. Students enrolled in these programs will receive a quality education through qualified faculty dedicated to providing the best instruction possible. Academic resources are also available to assist in studies, including Stratton Taylor Library, which has status as a federal book repository. Minor degrees are also available, allowing students to augment their education with additional studies in a field of their choosing.

Programs offered include:

• Communications
• Graphic Design
• Criminal Justice
• Sociology
• Business Administration

Admissions and Financial Aid
Rogers State University utilizes an open enrollment policy, allowing students to pursue an education as long as they meet the minimum requirements for admission. Bachelor degree programs will have additional requirements that must be met in order to be considered for admission. Standardized test scores will be used for course placement, though are not necessary for admissions.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs. Students in need of financial assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) which will be used to determine a student's needs, eligibility for aid programs, and the amount of awards he or she will receive. Students may be required to provide additional information prior to the disbursement of funds to ensure the accuracy of the FAFSA.

Athletics
Rogers State College Hillcats participates in a number of intercollegiate athletics through the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) in the Sooner Athletic Conference. Intercollegiate athletics provide students a healthy atmosphere of competition and a forum from which they may develop useful skills for their personal, academic and professional lives. These include discipline, teamwork and good health. Students also experience the camaraderie associated with team sports, where individuals work with one another to achieve the same goal, experiencing success and failure with one another. Students interested in participating in intercollegiate athletics should contact the athletic department for tryout dates.

Athletic programs:

• Baseball (Men Only)
• Basketball
• Cross Country
• Golf
• Soccer
• Softball (Women Only)

Estimated Costs & Financial Aid

The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $13,300. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. There is also a $20 application fee for those applying to a program. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition & Fees Information

• Tuition estimates per year:
  • In-State: $3,600-$4,400
  • Out-of-State: $11,000-$13,120
• Part-time students are charged:
  • In-State: $200-$240 per unit
  • Out-of-State: $440-$530 per unit
• Some programs may have a frozen tuition rate, which means the tuition will stay the same for up to five years.

Financial Aid Details

The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.

	Percent of Students	Average Amount
Any Financial Aid	86%	-
Receiving Grants & Scholarships	77%	$5,536
Receiving Student Loans	44%	$4,062

Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help support students, Rogers State University may offer services to students including:

• Online classes
• Remedial instructional courses
• Counseling assistance
• Student employment

Graduation Rates

Rogers State University has an overall graduation rate which is close to 21%.

Number of Year to Graduate	Percent of Entering Class
Students Graduating in 4 Years	3%
Graduating in 5 Years	2%
Graduating in 6 Years	2%

Specialized Programs & Accreditations

• Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
  • * Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (since 1985)
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
  • * Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (since 2009)