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Oklahoma City University

#582 in US ranking Oklahoma City, OK
Type:
Private not-for-profit
Programs:
4 years or more

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Oklahoma City University award

Cost

Cost / year
$51,235
Tuition & fees
$35,648
Avg. aid
$21,875
Receiving aid
100%

Admissions

Acceptance rate
77%
SAT range
1050–1260
ACT range
21–27

Outcomes

Graduation rate
65%
Median salary
$44,866
1 yr after graduation

What does Oklahoma City University offer in terms of athletics?

Oklahoma City University's Stars compete in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics, including competition in the Sooner Athletic Conference. Reported sports offerings include basketball, baseball, softball, soccer, golf, track and field, volleyball, and wrestling.

Prospective athletes should distinguish a current varsity roster from a club, recreational, or independently organized activity. Rowing, sailing, cheerleading, and other activities may have different structures or participation requirements from conference varsity sports. Students who want to compete should check the current team page, coach contacts, eligibility rules, and recruiting process for their specific sport; athletic aid should not be assumed.

What student groups and Associations are available at Oklahoma City University?

OCU students can participate in academic, professional, cultural, faith-based, service, and performing-arts organizations. Reported examples include Tri-Beta, a biology honor society; the Multicultural Student Association; a student nursing association; and Fellowship of Christian Athletes.

These groups serve different purposes: an academic society may have membership criteria, while another organization may welcome anyone interested in its activities. Student government and campus arts groups offer additional ways to participate. Because organizations can become inactive or change names, students looking for a particular community should check the current recognized-organization directory and upcoming meeting schedule rather than relying on an older list.

Who studies at Oklahoma City University?

Oklahoma City University reported total enrollment of 2,966 students. Its incoming population includes both first-time and transfer students: the reported entering counts were 335 first-time degree-seeking undergraduates and 255 transfer-in undergraduates.

The reported first-time class included 229 women and 106 men. Geographic figures indicate that OCU draws students from beyond Oklahoma as well as from within the state, though the precise population behind a geographic percentage matters when making comparisons. Reported racial and ethnic counts also show students from multiple backgrounds; these enrollment categories describe a population, not any individual's experience.

OCU includes graduate and professional students alongside undergraduates. Consequently, an institution-wide enrollment figure should not be mistaken for the number of students who will share a first-year class, residence hall, or major.

How does student life look like at Oklahoma City University?

Student life at OCU combines a residential undergraduate experience with commuters, transfer students, and graduate and professional students. The reported housing figures indicate that 68% of students live on campus and 32% commute, although an applicant should confirm which student population those figures describe before using them to predict a particular program's daily atmosphere.

Students can connect through orientation, campus events, performances, service, recreation, and informal study spaces. The university reports a student newspaper, student-run television, theatre and choral groups, a health clinic, and personal counseling. Those resources are distinct from academic advising and career counseling; students comparing support services should check eligibility, appointment procedures, and hours for each.

What libraries are available to students at Oklahoma City University?

The Dulaney-Browne Library is Oklahoma City University's main named library. Students can use library study space and research resources, including reservable study rooms; OCU also reports a second campus library, relevant to its broader academic and professional programs.

For coursework and research, students should check the library's current catalog, databases, journals, research-help services, borrowing rules, and interlibrary-loan options. Digital-resource access may depend on active enrollment and university credentials. The reported study-space information does not identify a regularly operating 24-hour library area, so students who need late-night space should verify current building hours, especially during exams.

Oklahoma City University Student Life for 2027

Total enrollment

2966

Full Time Degree Seeking Freshmen

279

Member of Athletic Associations

NAIA

Total staff

183 full time

Veterans affair office

No

Oklahoma City University Student Body

Undergraduate vs. graduate students

Undergraduate: 1,514
Graduate: 1,452

Full-time vs. part-time students

Full-time: 2,562
Part-time: 404

Full-time degree-seeking students by gender

Women: 176
Men: 103

Students by race/ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino: 223
Black or African American: 109
White: 905
American Indian or Alaska Native: 23
Asian: 46
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 4
Two or more races: 140
Unknown: 12

Oklahoma City University Sports & Athletics

  • Member of NAIA

Varsity teams compete against other colleges, intramural teams within the school. Each column says whether men, women or both take part, and whether the sport offers athletic scholarships (Aid).

Sport

Varsity Intramural Aid

Baseball

Men–Men

Basketball

BothBothBoth

Cheerleading

Both–Both

Crew

Both–Both

Golf

BothBothBoth

Sailing

Both––

Soccer

Both–Both

Softball

WomenBothWomen

Table tennis

–Both–

Track and field

Both–Both

Volleyball

WomenBothWomen

Wrestling

Both–Both

Data last updated on November 5, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.

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