Southwestern Oklahoma State University is located in Weatherford, Oklahoma, and was founded in 1901. It is a member of the Oklahoma State University System. As of the fall of 2024, SWOSU has a total enrollment of 5,163 students, including 3,995 undergraduates and 816 graduate students, representing a growth rate of 7.6%. The university offers over 100 undergraduate and graduate programs across fields such as health, business, education, and pharmacy, with campuses in Weatherford, Searle, and Yukon. SWOSU's athletic teams, the “Bulldogs,” compete in NCAA Division II competitions, with their home stadium being Milam Stadium, where they won the national football championship in 1996. The university also hosts the annual music festival “SWOSUPalooza,” showcasing local and regional musical talent. SWOSU is committed to providing high-quality education and cultivating leaders with a global perspective and a sense of social responsibility.
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