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Outstanding Programs More than 60 undergraduate majors; 12 graduate degrees, and the Adult Studies Program for working adults to earn a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree.
Special Opportunities
Service learning opportunities across the curriculum; University Honors Program; OCULEADS, a scholarship and leadership program; Center for Interpersonal Studies through Film and Literature; Washington Semester Program; study abroad programs
Experienced Faculty
81 percent of our faculty members hold the highest degrees in their fields. Professors, not graduate assistants, teach all classes.
Personalized Attention
Student/faculty ratio of 11:1 and class sizes of about 17 for freshmen and 13 for upperclassmen
Diverse Environment
More than 2,100 undergraduate students and 1,700 graduate students from all 50 states in the US and 60 foreign countries
Active Campus
More than 60 student-led organizations, including five national fraternities and sororities, our own chapter of Habitat for Humanity, multi-cultural student associations, Student Government and more.
Stellar Athletics
The OCU Stars have won 38 national championships.
Ideal Location
104 park-like acres in the heart of Oklahoma City, just minutes from a diverse range of educational, social, cultural and recreational opportunities. Oklahoma City is ranked as the “Most Affordable City” by Forbes Magazine.
Exceptional Financial Support
More than $10 million awarded annually in academic merit or performance scholarships, with awards ranging from $1,000 to $20,000. Many other scholarship programs such as the Clara Luper Scholars and the American Indian Scholarship Program offer assistance to our students. More than 90 percent of students receive academic, merit, performance or need-based financial aid.
Mission Statement
Oklahoma City University embraces the United Methodist tradition of scholarship and service and welcomes all faiths in a culturally rich community that is dedicated to student welfare and success. Men and women pursue academic excellence through a rigorous curriculum that focuses on students' intellectual, moral, and spiritual development to prepare them to become effective leaders in service to their communities.