university mascot

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Oklahoma City University at a glance

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nicknameSTARS

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private

graduates

varsitysportsteams

law students

FRESHMEN CLASS PROFILE

STUDENT-TO-FACULTYRATIO

59%

86%

31%

100%

18

11:1

17

41%in state

of students involvedin Greek Life

of grads whoapply to Med

School areaccepted

95%of Meinders

grads areemployed or

in grad school

73+Broadway

shows haveemployed our

graduates

80+grads have

performed onnational or

international tours

acceptance rate to graduate school for ‘12 & ’13 psychology grads

100% accounting grads receive job o�ersbefore they graduate

100% religion grads accepted into graduateschool or seminary

100% of science students who applied to pharmacy school are accepted

100% job placement within six months formass communications grads

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out of state

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Baseball

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Cheerleading

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Golf

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Rowing

Soccer

Softball

Track & Field

Volleyball

Wrestling

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Every year our athletes are named Academic All-Americans, and as a

group, student-athletes have an average grade point of 3.0. OCU is

a Five Star Institution on the NAIA Champions of Character List, which

recognizes college student athletes for their quality of play along with

their work in classrooms and community service.

OCU has won at least one

national championship

each year for the last

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Little Rock

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university mascot

[College Raptor]

Oklahoma City University at a glance

1660

STARSKY

school colorsBlue/White

nicknameSTARS

HIDDEN

AWARDS

WINS

100%

59

42

PROFESSORS

COLLEGEGEM

TONY

OKLAHOMA’S

OF CLASSES TAUGHT

NATIONAL

WINSCHAMPIONSHIPATHLETIC

NOT GRAD STUDENTS

626454

undergrads

private

graduates

varsitysportsteams

law students

FRESHMEN CLASS PROFILE

STUDENT-TO-FACULTYRATIO

59%

86%

31%

100%

18

11:1

17

41%in state

of students involvedin Greek Life

of grads whoapply to Med

School areaccepted

95%of Meinders

grads areemployed or

in grad school

73+Broadway

shows haveemployed our

graduates

80+grads have

performed onnational or

international tours

acceptance rate to graduate school for ‘12 & ’13 psychology grads

100% accounting grads receive job o�ersbefore they graduate

100% religion grads accepted into graduateschool or seminary

100% of science students who applied to pharmacy school are accepted

100% job placement within six months formass communications grads

by

out of state

G R A D U A T E D

YEARS

O F T H E I R C L A S STOP 10%

in the

urban

coed

UnitedMethodist

Baseball

Centrally located in the United States Basketball

Cheerleading

Cross Country

Golf

Indoor Track

Outdoor Track

Pom

Rowing

Soccer

Softball

Track & Field

Volleyball

Wrestling

19

13average

freshmanclass size

averageupperclassman

class size

M W COED

Every year our athletes are named Academic All-Americans, and as a

group, student-athletes have an average grade point of 3.0. OCU is

a Five Star Institution on the NAIA Champions of Character List, which

recognizes college student athletes for their quality of play along with

their work in classrooms and community service.

OCU has won at least one

national championship

each year for the last

40%N O M I N A T I O N S

®

Dallas

Little Rock

Kansas City

Austin

Houston

Denver

Chicago

Phoenix

LA

NYC hours by planehours by car

3.5

51

51

61

72

92

122.5

142

184

233

GRADUATE PROGRAMS

Doctor of Nursing PracticeDoctor of Philosophy in NursingJuris DoctorJuris Doctor / Master of Business AdministrationJuris Doctor / Master of Arts in Applied Sociology: Nonprofit LeadershipMaster of Arts in Applied Sociology: Nonprofit LeadershipMaster of Arts in TESOLMaster of Business AdministrationMaster of Education

Applied Behavior StudiesProfessional CounselingAmerican Montessori CertificationMaster of Arts in Teaching: Elementary Education

Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing

Master of Music

Master of Fine Arts in ScreenwritingMaster of Liberal ArtsMaster of Liberal Arts in Leadership Management

Master of Physician Assistant StudiesMaster of Science in AccountingMaster of Science in Computer ScienceMaster of Science in CriminologyMaster of Science in Energy Legal StudiesMaster of Science in Energy ManagementMaster of Science in Nursing

OCU

BOTH

I N C R E A S E

B E S T

I N T H E U S

TRIPLE THREAT

1 58

ONLY 2

S C H O O L O F L A W

OF

1 3

ABA accredited law schools

accredited by the AAPL

S E E I N G A N

I N A P P L I C A T I O N S

G R A D U A T E

S C H O O L S

E N E R G Y P R O G R A M S

A S P I R I N G

A N D M E I N D E R S H A S

H O P E F U L S

OF

in the US for

[Dance Magazine]

ARTS & SCIENCESPetree College of

Biochemistry (B.S.)Biology (B.S.)

Cell & Molecular Biology

BUSINESSMeinders School of

Biomedical ScienceCell & Molecular Biology

Chemistry (B.S.)Criminal Justice (B.S. or B.A.)Education (B.S. or B.A.)

Early ChildhoodElementarySecondary

English (B.A.)Exercise & Sport Science (B.S.)

Exercise ScienceHuman Performance

Film Production (B.F.A.)

Accounting (B.B.A.)Business Administration (B.B.A.)Economics (B.B.A.)Finance (B.B.A.)Marketing (B.B.A.)

Dance

Dance Management (B.S.)Dance Performance (B.P.A.)

Entertainment Business (B.S.)

Software Engineering (B.S.)

American Dance Teacher (B.S.)

History / Political Science (B.A.)

Mass Communications (B.A.)AdvertisingBroadcastingMultimedia Journalism

Mathematics (B.S.)Public Relations

Political Science / Philosophy (B.A.)Psychology (B.S.)

Sociology (B.S. or B.A.)

History (B.A.)

Philosophy (B.A.)

Science (B.S.)

Spanish (B.A.)Studio Art (B.A. or B.F.A.)

Political Science (B.S. or B.A.)Physics (B.S.)

Humanities (B.A.)

MUSICWanda L. Bass School of

Guitar Performance (B.M.)Instrumental Music Education (B.M.E.)Instrumental Performance (B.M.)Music (B.A.)Music / Elective Studies in Pre-Law (B.A.)Music / Elective Studies in Pre-Med (B.A.)Music Composition (B.M.)Music Theater (B.M.)Piano Pedagogy (B.M.)Piano Performance (B.M.)Vocal Music Education (B.M.E.)Vocal Performance (B.M.)

NURSINGKramer School of

Nursing (B.S.N.)R.N. to B.S.N.

DANCE & ARTSMANAGEMENT

Ann Lacy School of

RELIGIONWimberly School of

Religion (B.A.)Religion / Philosophy (B.A.)Religious Education (B.A.)Youth Ministry (B.A.)

THEATRESchool of

Acting (B.F.A.)Design & Production (B.F.A)Theatre & Performance (B.A.)Theatre for Young Audiences (B.F.A.)

PRE-PROFESSIONAL

Pre-Athletic TrainingPre-DentalPre-Law & The Oxford PlanPre-MedicinePre-OptometryPre-PharmacyPre-Physical TherapyPre-Occupational TherapyPre-Physician AssistantPre-Veterinary Medicine

Majors & Programs

The Oxford Plan is an interdisciplinary major of political science

and philosophy. The plan includes preferential admission to the

OCU School of Law and students may complete their combined

B.A. and J.D. degrees in only six years, rather than the usual seven.

There are over 70 majors to choose from at Oklahoma City University.

OCU School of Law

GRADUATE PROGRAMS

Doctor of Nursing PracticeDoctor of Philosophy in NursingJuris DoctorJuris Doctor / Master of Business AdministrationJuris Doctor / Master of Arts in Applied Sociology: Nonprofit LeadershipMaster of Arts in Applied Sociology: Nonprofit LeadershipMaster of Arts in TESOLMaster of Business AdministrationMaster of Education

Applied Behavior StudiesProfessional CounselingAmerican Montessori CertificationMaster of Arts in Teaching: Elementary Education

Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing

Master of Music

Master of Fine Arts in ScreenwritingMaster of Liberal ArtsMaster of Liberal Arts in Leadership Management

Master of Physician Assistant StudiesMaster of Science in AccountingMaster of Science in Computer ScienceMaster of Science in CriminologyMaster of Science in Energy Legal StudiesMaster of Science in Energy ManagementMaster of Science in Nursing

OCU

BOTH

I N C R E A S E

B E S T

I N T H E U S

TRIPLE THREAT

1 58

ONLY 2

S C H O O L O F L A W

OF

1 3

ABA accredited law schools

accredited by the AAPL

S E E I N G A N

I N A P P L I C A T I O N S

G R A D U A T E

S C H O O L S

E N E R G Y P R O G R A M S

A S P I R I N G

A N D M E I N D E R S H A S

H O P E F U L S

OF

in the US for

[Dance Magazine]Our Physician Assistant. program launches in January 2016, created to address the critical need for highly trained medical providers.

Applicants who have an OCU undergraduate degree, have completed the prerequisites within seven years of starting the program, and have a 3.2 cumulative GPA will be guaranteed an interview for the PA program.

The U.S. Department of Labor

projects a 30% increase in

employment for Physician Assistants

over the next seven years—the

highest for any occupation!

Young. Inventive. Growing.

Home to more than 1.2 million Oklahomans and an

average of 300 days of sunshine per year, Oklahoma

City offers an abundance of the arts, quality healthcare,

excellence in education, and more. And it does so without

high costs, energy shortages, or traffic congestion. It is a

distinctly liveable city where you can chase your dreams

and still enjoy a rich quality of life.

A modern metropolitan setting

Plaza District

Bricktown

OKC Dodgers - Photo by Nick Falzerano

Did you know that Oklahoma City is one of the top river sports destinations in the world?

Located just south of downtown, the Boathouse District, along

the Oklahoma River, is one of Oklahoma City’s top attractions for

adventure seekers.

OKC Thunder - Photo by Layne Murdoch/NBAE via Getty Images

Downtown

Devon Boathouse, home to OCU Rowing

Our campus sits in the heart of OKC in the historic and

vibrant Uptown District. Just a short drive, walk, or bike ride

from campus you can explore more than a dozen diverse

neighborhoods and entertainment districts featuring live

music venues, local restaurants, coffee shops, food trucks,

farmers markets, art events and cultural performances.

On any given night you may find yourself dining at one of

the local hotspots in Automobile Alley or Deep Deuce,

enjoying a festival in the Plaza District or Midtown,

appreciating one of the many art galleries in the Paseo Arts

District, attending a professional sporting event, catching

a local or nationally-touring show at the Civic Center Music

Hall or the Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma, playing laser tag in

the Bricktown Entertainment District, or taking a stroll by

beautiful Lake Hefner.

At Oklahoma City University, there are 80+ student

organizations for anything you might be interested in. There

are groups for religious life, intramural sports, dance, acting,

student government, and more! OCU is also home to three

national fraternities and four national sororities—40% of

students are involved in Greek Life.

Many new challenges are faced during the first year in

college. The First-Year Experience (FYE) program is designed

to give you the skills to be successful in an academic

community both inside and outside the classroom.

The Stars compete in 19 varsity sports in the National

Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), winning a

national championship in at least one sport every year for

the last 18 years (59 total).

Over 300,000 people attend Oklahoma City University

athletic sponsored events each year, and 50,000 of those

attend the annual OCU Head of the Oklahoma Regatta

rowing event.

GET INVOLVED

FIRST-YEAR EXPERIENCE

ATHLETICS

Campus Life

Applying is easy! Here is a step-by-step guide to the application process.

How to apply

APPLICATION

SCHOLARSHIPS

LOG IN TO YOUR STAR PAGE

DOCUMENTS

Complete the Oklahoma City University Application for

Admission, which is available online at okcu.edu/apply. We

also accept the Common Application. A $55 application fee

is required.

WHAT HAPPENS AFTER I SUBMIT MY APPLICATION?

When all your materials are received, we’ll

review the quality of your grades, activities, test

scores, counselor recommendation and essay.

This will help us understand your academic and

career goals. Admission to some programs is

more competitive than others and auditions

or interviews are required for admission to

many programs. If you’re interested in the

performing arts, we strongly encourage you to

meet personally with your admissions counselor

to discuss requirements and qualifications for

those programs.

To secure scholarship for incoming Fall freshmen, students

must submit their application and all required documents by

the priority deadline of March 1. After the priority deadline,

scholarship amounts are not guaranteed.

Your STAR page is your personalized guide through the

admissions process that is customized based on your interests

and needs. On your STAR page you can:

Submit the required documents:

1

3

4

2An official copy of your high school transcript

An official copy of your ACT or SAT score report, which

may be included in your high school transcript

High school counselor recommendation form

The essay portion of the application (a personal statement

of at least 250 words that answers one of the questions

provided on the application)

Check your application status

RSVP to events

Meet your counselor

See what is trending on and around campus

You’ve worked hard. Now it’s time to reward your accomplishments!

At Oklahoma City University, your application

for admission is also your application for most

scholarships. When completing your application for

admission, please indicate the types of scholarships

for which you would like to be considered.

ScholarshipsAcademic scholarships are based on ACT/SAT composite scores (excluding the

writing portion) and high academic ability as indicated by grade point average1.

To receive any Oklahoma City University merit-based scholarships, incoming

Fall 2016 freshmen students must submit their application and all required

documents2 by the priority deadline of March 1, 2016. After the priority

deadline scholarship amounts are not guaranteed.

The February 2016 ACT and the January 2016 SAT are the last exams considered

for a scholarship upgrade. The seventh semester high school transcript is the

last transcript where academic and departmental scholarship upgrades are

guaranteed. Full-time enrollment of 12 or more hours per semester is required

for scholarship. Awards are renewable up to seven consecutive semesters

(excluding summer terms) with required minimum cumulative 3.0 unweighted

grade point average.

Award GPA 3.0-3.29

GPA 3.30-3.59

GPA 3.60-4.0

ACT 22-23SAT 1020-1080 Opportunity Award $1,700/yr $2,200/yr $2,700/yr

ACT 24-25SAT 1090-1160 Achievement Award $2,200/yr $2,700/yr $3,200/yr

ACT 26-28SAT 1170-1280 University Award $3,300/yr $3,800/yr $4,300/yr

ACT 29-32SAT 1290-1430 Presidential Award $5,400/yr $5,900/yr $6,400/yr

ACT 33-36SAT 1440-1600 Provost Award $7,000/yr $7,500/yr $8,000/yr

FRESHMEN ACADEMIC MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS

1Oklahoma City University recalculates every high school grade point average on a standard 4.0 scale. All Pre-AP, Honors, and AP courses are weighted on a 5 point scale (A=5, B=4, C=3, D=1). Our calculation will be used for admission and scholarship purposes.

For a complete list of scholarships, please visit okcu.edu/financialaid

Students who are admitted to and enrolled in the Petree College of Arts and

Sciences, Meinders School of Business, or the Kramer School of Nursing will be

awarded a departmental scholarship in conjunction with the academic merit

scholarship. This award is based on a combination of the student’s ACT/SAT

and high school GPA1. Full-time enrollment of 12 or more hours per semester is

required for scholarship.

Award GPA 3.0-3.29

GPA 3.30-3.59

GPA 3.60-4.0

ACT 22-23SAT 1020-1080 Department Award $3,000/yr $3,500/yr $4,000/yr

ACT 24-25SAT 1090-1160 Department Award $4,000/yr $4,500/yr $5,000/yr

ACT 26-28SAT 1170-1280 Department Award $6,000/yr $6,500/yr $7,000/yr

ACT 29-32SAT 1290-1430 Department Award $9,000/yr $9,500/yr $10,000/yr

ACT 33-36SAT 1440-1600 Department Award $10,000/yr $10,500/yr $11,000/yr

Students who are admitted to the Wanda L. Bass School of Music, the School

of Theatre, and the Ann Lacy School of American Dance and Arts Management

are eligible to audition for talent scholarships and are not eligible to receive

Departmental Awards.

2Required documents include application, application essay, official high school transcript, official test scores, high school counselor recommendation form, and $55 application fee.

FRESHMEN DEPARTMENTAL AWARDS

TALENT AWARDS

All students are encouraged to apply for financial

aid. Complete the FAFSA online at fafsa.ed.gov.

Include OCU’s federal school code (003166) on the

application. If you are chosen by the Department

of Education for the verification process, copies

of tax returns will not be accepted in the 2016-17

award year. If the IRS Data Retrieval Process is not

utilized, the student (and parent, if applicable) will

be required to request and submit a Tax Return

Transcript from the IRS. If Tax Return Transcripts are

required, this could delay your financial aid for the

summer and possibly fall.

APPLYING FOR FINANCIAL AID

FINANCIALAWARDED

A I D90%O F S T U D E N T S A R E

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@oklahomacityuniversitysee our lively campus

oklahomacityuniversityconnect with the OCU community

okcuniversityexperience OCU in a fun, fast-paced context

oklahomacityuniversitylearn more about life at OCU

okcuconnect to the university creatively

HAVE A QUESTION? Follow your admissions counselor on Twitter by visiting okcu.edu/connect or use #askOKCU.

how to visitSTEP ONTO OUR CAMPUSThe campus and facilities are impressive, but it’s the faculty and students

who make Oklahoma City University a place where you will feel at home. To

find out if OCU is the perfect fit for you, visit the campus and learn why

students from all over the world are following their dreams and building

their futures at Oklahoma City University!

SCHEDULE A PERSONALIZED VISITRequest your visit a week in advance and we’ll plan it around your interests.

Meet with faculty, talk to coaches, attend a class, or eat in the cafeteria. Learn

about the admissions process, housing, scholarships, and financial aid. An

OCU student will give you a campus tour, including residential halls, so you

can get a feel for what life at OCU is like.

YEAR-ROUND SESSIONSTwo visit sessions daily, Monday-Friday at 9 am and 1 pm. Summer hours and

schedule may vary.

To get the ball rolling, just do one of the following:

Call 800.633.7242 ext.2 / Visit okcu.edu/visitors