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Stillwater, Oklahoma
Population: 45,000
Located in Payne County
Stillwater is a city of 45,000 people located in north central Oklahoma, near the geographic center of the U.S. Often called Oklahoma's "premier education community," Stillwater is the home of some of the region's finest education and training institutions, including Oklahoma State University , Meridian Technology Center, Northern Oklahoma College/OSU, and one of the nation's top rated public school systems.
We're proud of our reputation as a university city. But Stillwater also is home to a diverse mix of business and industry, from manufacturing to advanced technology. Among its export industries are marine engines, printing and publishing, floor covering, wire products, software, food and kindred products, and research. Stillwater is the home of great lodging, numerous unique shopping experiences, museums, attractions, and an abundance of great restaurants. Educational Opportunities
As "Oklahoma's Education Community," the development of work-ready high school and college graduates is considered key to Stillwater's future prosperity. The Chamber supports workforce development initiatives and encourages business-education partnerships to help prepare students for the workplace. Stillwater students consistently outscore other districts in the state on standardized tests. Stillwater Public Schools have been rated in the "Top 100" districts in the U.S., and Expansion Management Magazine gives Stillwater High School its highest "Gold Medal" rating for workforce preparation.
The community has a high level of educational attainment, with 45 percent having completed sixteen years or more of formal education, and nearly one in four residents with post-graduate degrees.
Stillwater is home to Oklahoma State University, a comprehensive research university attracting more than $495 million annually in research and other sponsored programs. The Stillwater campus of Northern Oklahoma College partners with Oklahoma State University to provide remedial courses for students seeking to attend OSU.
In addition, the Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education is headquartered here and is the only state agency headquartered outside of Oklahoma City. The local area Technology Center, Meridian Technology Center, serves ten area high schools, as well as serving the custom training needs of area business and industry.
Recreation: The entire family will find a wealth of recreational resources in Stillwater. Big 12 intercollegiate sports and some of the best golfing in the world dominate a calendar filled with fun for all ages. You will find Stillwater has many activities that not only interest those already living in the community but also those traveling to Stillwater for the first time.
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