College comparison

James Madison University vs Oklahoma

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	James Madison University Harrisonburg, VA	Oklahoma Norman, OK
Acceptance rateJames Madison University is more selective	72%	77%
SAT (25–75)	1170–1340	1140–1330
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	20,888	22,734
Avg net price	$23,322	$15,300
Test policy	—	—
Type	Public	Public
Location	Harrisonburg, VA	Norman, OK

Quick answers

Is James Madison University or University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus harder to get into?

James Madison University is more selective: James Madison University's acceptance rate is approximately 72% and University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus's is approximately 77% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for James Madison University vs University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus?

The middle-50% SAT range is 1170–1340 at James Madison University and 1140–1330 at University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.