Summary:

– Oklahoma public colleges are cutting 62 low-producing degree programs .

– Degree completions grew 8.4% last year, with STEM and health programs leading.

– University of Oklahoma and OSU are among schools eliminating multiple programs.

The number of degrees granted by Oklahoma’s public higher education system continues to grow with a focus on workforce priorities. Meanwhile, the number of degree programs is shrinking as schools move to eliminate or suspend 62 low-producing programs.

Among the 1,714 degree programs offered as of Oct. 23 at the system’s 25 colleges and universities, 357 or 21% failed to meet the minimum number of degrees conferred and majors enrolled, a new study shows.

The Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education ( OSRHE ) requires all academic

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