Best colleges for Business/Commerce in Oklahoma
Ranked by graduate earnings
Seminole State College, Oklahoma Wesleyan University and Cameron University award the most Business/Commerce degrees and certificates in Oklahoma: 29, 22 and 18 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 12 Oklahoma colleges offer Business/Commerce and award 374 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Business/Commerce program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of business management, marketing, and related services. This program is ideal for those interested in pursuing a career in…
Top 3 institutions, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oklahoma Wesleyan University Bartlesville Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree | $54,171 | 22 | 35% | $26,671 | $40,831 |
| 2 | Oklahoma City Community College Oklahoma City Public · Associate degree | $36,503 | 182 | 27% | — | $11,678 |
| 3 | Rose State College Midwest City Public · Associate degree | $32,431 | 40 | 20% | — | $11,250 |
Colleges awarding the most Business/Commerce degrees in Oklahoma
Top 9 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Seminole State College Seminole Public | 29 | Not reported |
| 2 | Oklahoma Wesleyan University Bartlesville Private not-for-profit | 22 | $54,171 |
| 3 | Cameron University Lawton Public | 18 | Not reported |
| 4 | Oklahoma Christian University Edmond Private not-for-profit | 18 | Not reported |
| 5 | Southern Nazarene University Bethany Private not-for-profit | 16 | Not reported |
| 6 | Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology Okmulgee Public | 16 | Not reported |
| 7 | Southwestern Oklahoma State University Weatherford Public | 15 | Not reported |
| 8 | Northern Oklahoma College Tonkawa Public | 4 | Not reported |
| 9 | Oklahoma State University Stillwater Public | 3 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 3 Oklahoma colleges offering Business/Commerce
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma City Community College | Oklahoma City | Public | 182 |
| Rose State College | Midwest City | Public | 40 |
| Randall University | Moore | Private not-for-profit | 11 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: General and Operations Managers (SOC 11-1021).
Top skills
What General and Operations Managers earn in Oklahoma
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Business/Commerce programs in Oklahoma.
Which Oklahoma colleges award the most Business/Commerce degrees?+
Seminole State College (29 graduates a year), Oklahoma Wesleyan University (22 graduates a year) and Cameron University (18 graduates a year) award the most Business/Commerce degrees and certificates in Oklahoma, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 12 Oklahoma colleges offer Business/Commerce.
Which Business/Commerce program in Oklahoma has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, Oklahoma Wesleyan University tops the list at $54,171. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
How much do General and Operations Managers earn in Oklahoma?+
The average annual wage for General and Operations Managers in Oklahoma is $111,630 (median $90,430), across about 43,890 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
What is the focus of the Business/Commerce program?+
The Business/Commerce program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of business management, marketing, and related services. This program is ideal for those interested in pursuing a career in…
What skills will I develop in this program?+
You will develop reading comprehension, active listening, speaking, monitoring, and related professional skills.
What is the job outlook for General and Operations Managers?+
The national job outlook is about +4.4% growth with around 308,700 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A Bachelor's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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