Overview
Enrollment
Oklahoma Christian University (OCU), located in the suburban expanse of Edmond, Oklahoma, offers students a small university setting just a few miles north of Oklahoma City. Established in 1950, the university has developed a campus that reflects a contemporary style architecture with facilities designed to support an intimate and engaging learning environment. The university offers a range of undergraduate programs, with notable emphasis on disciplines such as Engineering, Business, and Nursing. OCU's academic profile is characterized by a moderately selective application process. The school provides a comprehensive residential experience, with a variety of on-campus housing options available to students. While Oklahoma Christian University may not be primarily recognized for its athletics, it accommodates a number of sports and competes in the NCAA Division II as the Eagles.
In the most recent statistical year 1,634 prospective students applied, and 1,569 were granted admission. Of those admitted 357 enrolled in the school. 2,081 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 456 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $24,550 plus fees of $598. OC is ranked 824 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
OC is rated within the lower 39% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Oklahoma Christian University within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#824 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#517 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#8 in Best Colleges in Oklahoma
#4 in Best Private Colleges in Oklahoma
#25 in Best Value Colleges in Oklahoma
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1020/1240 |
| ACT | 19/27 |
| GPA | 3.62 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $25 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $598 |
| Room and Board | $8,280 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,320 |
| Total One Year Cost | $38,948 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Education | 18% |
| Business | 18% |
| Engineering | 11% |
| Communication | 8% |
| Biology | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=207324 IPEDS survey data for Oklahoma Christian University.
Current students may use the Oklahoma Christian University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.