Oklahoma University

Oklahoma University Description

Oklahoma City University is a coeducational, urban private university located in Oklahoma City, in the Midtown district. The university is affiliated with the United Methodist Church and offers a wide variety of degrees in the liberal arts and sciences disciplines. OCU is the only Oklahoma institution listed in the top tier of the regional, master's-level university category by U.S. News and World Report magazine. It is also listed in "America's Best Christian Colleges" & "100 Best College Buys."

Outstanding Programs

More than 60 undergraduate majors; 12 graduate degrees (including a law degree and the M.B.A.), 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

78 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 46 states and 49 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 35 national NAIA championships, including the 2008 NAIA Division I men's basketball championship.

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.