Where You're a Name, Not a Number 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 Program 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.
Exceptional Financial Support More than $10 million awarded annually in academic merit
or performance scholarships, with awards ranging from $1,000 to
$10,000. 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 dedicated to student success. Men and women pursue
academic excellence through a rigorous curriculum focused on students’
intellectual, moral, and spiritual development to prepare them to
become effective leaders in service to their communities.
