University School (Top Ranked 糖心原创 for 2026-27)

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Top Ranked OK School
School Type: Special Program Emphasis
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 177 students
Yearly Tuition: $12,015
Acceptance rate: 56%
Average class size: 16 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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School Rankings

University School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oklahoma for:

School Facts

School Type

School with Special Program Emphasis

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	University School
Pre-K	22
Kind	12
1	16
2	17
3	20
4	17
5	15
6	21
7	23
8	14

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Year Founded

1982

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

177 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

42%

State avg.: 27%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

34 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

5:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

40%

Average Class Size

16 students

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

No formal dress code - school appropriate attire

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Other school association(s)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$12,015

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Tuition Notes

Tuition ranges from $12,015 - $15,445 (varies by grade level)

% on Financial Aid

27%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$6,500

Acceptance Rate

56%

National avg.: 85%

Admissions Director

Amber Gates

Application URL

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

13 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Academic Bowl TeamChess Club

Debate ClubJr. Robotics

Library Student AssistantsMATHCOUNTS Team

Odyssey of the MindPodcast Club

RoboticsStem Club

STUCOUSchool Ambassadors

Yearbook Club

School Notes

University School is a private school in Tulsa, Oklahoma on The University of Tulsa campus serving academically talented children ages three through eighth grade.
The mission of University School is to challenge gifted students with a dynamic curriculum in a nurturing academic environment.

At University School we value:

The pursuit of excellence in scholarship, leadership, and citizenship.
The development of critical thinking, problem solving, and responsibility.
An environment that engages and empowers students to explore ideas prompting discovery and stimulating creativity.
A culture where faculty actively model the philosophy and benefits of life-long learning.
A community of acceptance that understands and celebrates diversity and shares cross-cultural values.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Jennifer Croft - Presidential professor; renowned translator and author
- Elizabeth Frame Ellison - President and CEO of the Lobeck Taylor Family Foundation.
- Alexaundra "AleXa" Christine Schneiderman - American Singer based in South Korea - winner of NBC's American Song Contest

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does University School cost?

University School's tuition is approximately $12,015 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of University School?

The acceptance rate of University School is 56%, which is lower than the national average of 89%. University School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Oklahoma with low acceptance rates.

Who are famous alumni from University School?

University School famous alumni include: Jennifer Croft, Elizabeth Frame Ellison and Alexaundra "AleXa" Christine Schneiderman.

What is University School's ranking?

University School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oklahoma for: Lowest average acceptance rates.

When is the application deadline for University School?

The application deadline for University School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Tulsa, OK is $11,113 for elementary schools and $12,147 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Tulsa, OK is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).