We are Panhandle

Rooted in “Progress through Knowledge,” OPSU is committed to promoting excellence in the preparation of students for success in a global community.

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17:1


Our student-to-faculty ratio gives students the support they need

1st


OPSU is the first and only public Hispanic Serving Institution in Oklahoma

Top 6


OPSU ranked Top 6 Best Colleges in Oklahoma by U.S. News & World Report

$5M


Scholarships awarded annually

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The halls of OPSU have seen many strong women and continue to educate the next generation. Happy International Women’s Day! 

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The Oklahoma Panhandle has always been home to Senior Katie Richards and her family, who have been involved with the Oklahoma Farm Bureau for over 30 years. Katie serves as the Texas County Board President and District 1 Representative on the Young Farmers and Ranchers Committee, ranging from the Panhandle to Woodward.

Read more about Katie's story with the link in our bio! 

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🎓At OPSU, you can Find Your Path to Anywhere! 🗺️ Whether you’re dreaming of a future in business, science, or the arts, our diverse majors and encouraging professors will guide you every step of the way. 📚 Uncover your passion, unlock your potential, and pave your own path to success! 🔑

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🌟Get ready for something big!🌟 The countdown is on for OPSU's 2024 Century Club Project- an exciting initiative to make our campus even better for future Aggies! Wondering what this year's project will be? Leave your guesses in the comments and keep an eye out for the big announcement. Join us in making OPSU a better place for everyone through the Century Club's support! 

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What makes us Panhandle proud

A welcoming & supportive community.

We surround our students with faculty and staff who care just as much about the student’s success as they do.

Our commitment to life-long learning.

Through empowerment, innovation, access, and student-centered support, Panhandle State shapes lifelong learners and improves student outcomes.

Accessibility to quality higher education.

OPSU is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

First Hispanic-serving institution in Oklahoma

We recognize our call to serve, celebrate, and support the advancement of the diverse students who identify as Latino/a, Chicano/a, Mexican-American, and Hispanic.

Aggies sharing their stories

Read Katie Richards’s Story

“Agriculture is a very important industry in Oklahoma, especially in the Panhandle.”

Katie Richards / Student

Katie Richards
Read Frank Mutandi’s Story

“I aspire to secure a position within a reputable accounting firm where I can dedicate myself to obtaining my CPA license while contributing to the organization’s success.”

Frank Mutandi / Student

Frank Mutandi
Read Brittany Way’s Story

“I aspire to become a physician and give back to the communities that played a pivotal role in my journey, like OPSU, Pratt Kansas (my community college), and my hometown in Texas.”

Brittany Way / Alumni

Brittany Way - Fall 2023 Alumni on the Move
Read Jalen Partida’s Story

“I am proud of my Hispanic background and I am proud to have grown up with a family that instilled an immense pride in our culture. ”

Jalen Partida / Student

Jalen Partida

Panhandle Magazine

Panhandle Magazine

Showcasing Panhandle events, community, and more. Keep up with all of the new and exciting things happening on and around campus in the latest Panhandle Magazine.

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