Overview
Enrollment
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | Oklahoma City, Oklahoma |
| Online | okcu.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large City |
| Religious Affiliation | United Methodist |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Oklahoma City University occupies an urban campus in the Uptown district of Oklahoma City, approximately three miles from downtown. The private Methodist-affiliated institution, established in 1904, features a mix of modern and historic buildings across its 104-acre campus, including the distinctive Gothic-style Gold Star Memorial Building. OCU maintains a selective admissions process and is recognized for its performing arts programs, particularly in dance, music, and theater, as well as its Meinders School of Business and law school. The university provides traditional dormitory and apartment-style housing for students, with most first-year students required to live on campus. OCU's athletic teams, known as the Stars, compete in the NAIA Sooner Athletic Conference.
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Oklahoma City University is rated within the top 30% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 8 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Oklahoma City University within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#195 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#149 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#3 in Best Colleges in Oklahoma
#2 in Best Private Colleges in Oklahoma
#181 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#2 in Best Value Colleges in Oklahoma
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1040/1233 |
| ACT | 22/28 |
| GPA | 3.77 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $55 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,500 |
| Other Fees | $4,650 |
| Room and Board | $9,486 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,750 |
| Total One Year Cost | $46,480 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 26% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 21% |
| Health Professions | 20% |
| Business | 8% |
| Education | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=207458 IPEDS survey data for Oklahoma City University.
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Last updated February 24, 2024