Being a student in the School of Meteorology is more than learning in a building shared with field-leading state and federal agencies; it is more than learning from some of the most respected professors in the discipline; it's the beginning of a journey to a degree that is highly valued from the academic world to the private sector.
OU ranks #1 nationally in Meteorology/Atmospheric Science research expenditures (out of more than 400 institutions)
The only Meteorology/Atmospheric Science program within a National Weather Center that also houses state and federal partners
Second in number of meteorology/atmospheric science bachelor degrees awarded nationwide
Second in number of meteorology/atmospheric science graduate (master+PhD) degrees awarded nationwide
The Consortium for Advanced Data Assimilation Research and Education (CADRE), funded by NOAA, is revolutionizing weather forecasting through cutting-edge data assimilation research and workforce development. By integrating observations with numerical models, CADRE provides an evolving picture of the Earth system, crucial for accurate weather and climate predictions. This $6.6 million initiative, led by the University of Oklahoma and involving six universities, aims to enhance NOAA's numerical weather prediction systems, improving the accuracy of extreme weather forecasts and climate response strategies. CADRE's innovative approach leverages artificial intelligence, new observation platforms, and advanced mathematics to push the boundaries of data assimilation science.
We encourage candidates to apply who are seeking to work in a rapidly growing college and in collegial interdisciplinary groups. We desire candidates whose teaching, research, and service have prepared them to be integral contributors to the advancement of our welcoming community.
The 3D Mesonet project aims to make advancements in gathering spatiotemporal atmospheric data in the United States, allowing scientists to better predict short-term, high-impact weather, like thunderstorms, severe winds and winter precipitation.
Greg McFarquhar, director of the Cooperative Institute for Severe and High-Impact Weather Research (CIWRO) and Operations and a researcher at the University of Oklahoma, has been awarded funding from the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) to compile and analyze cloud property measurements from around the world.
Nathan Goodman, Ph.D., has been named director of the Advanced Radar Research Center (ARRC), effective immediately. Goodman, who has served as interim director since July 2025, has also been appointed an Associate Vice President for Research and Partnerships.
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