Oklahoma City University Admissions

ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, Financial Aid & More

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Allen Grove
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  • Ph.D., English, University of Pennsylvania
  • M.A., English, University of Pennsylvania
  • B.S., Materials Science & Engineering and Literature, MIT
Dr. Allen Grove is an Alfred University English professor and a college admissions expert with 20 years of experience helping students transition to college.
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Updated October 31, 2017

Oklahoma City University Admissions Overview:

Oklahoma City University has an acceptance rate of 72%, making the school largely accessible. Students interested in applying to the school will need to submit an application, scores from the SAT or ACT, official high school transcripts, and a letter of recommendation. If you have any questions about applying, be sure to visit the school's website, or get in touch with someone from the admissions office at OCU. 

Admissions Data (2016):

  • Oklahoma City University Acceptance Rate: 72%
  • Test Scores -- 25th / 75th Percentile

Oklahoma City University Description:

Oklahoma City University is a private university affiliated with the United Methodist Church. The 104-acre urban campus is situated in the heart of the midtown district of Oklahoma City, minutes from many of the city’s educational, cultural and recreational attractions. Academically, OCU has a student faculty ratio of 11 to 1 and average class sizes of 17 students for freshman classes and 13 for upperclassmen. There are upwards of 60 undergraduate majors for students to choose from in addition to 12 graduate degree programs. The most popular undergraduate majors include nursing, general studies, acting and dance performance. Business administration and teaching English as a second language are popular graduate programs. Student life is active with over 60 student-led clubs and organizations including six fraternities and sororities. The Oklahoma City Stars compete in the NAIA Sooner Athletic Conference. The university fields seven men's, eight women's, and two coed intercollegiate sports.

Enrollment (2016):

  • Total Enrollment: 2,968 (1,789 undergraduates)
  • Gender Breakdown: 34% Male / 66% Female
  • 91% Full-time

Costs (2016 - 17):

  • Tuition and Fees: $30,726
  • Books: $1,500 (why so much?)
  • Room and Board: $9,814
  • Other Expenses: $4,260
  • Total Cost: $46,300

Oklahoma City University Financial Aid (2015 - 16):

  • Percentage of New Students Receiving Aid: 98%
  • Percentage of New Students Receiving Types of Aid
    • Grants: 96%
    • Loans: 51%
  • Average Amount of Aid
    • Grants: $17,894
    • Loans: $6,729

Academic Programs:

  • Most Popular Majors: Acting, Dance, Exercise Studies, General Studies, Music, Nursing

Transfer, Retention and Graduation Rates:

  • First Year Student Retention (full-time students): 80%
  • Transfer Out Rate: 13%
  • 4-Year Graduation Rate: 46%
  • 6-Year Graduation Rate: 59%

Intercollegiate Athletic Programs:

  • Men's Sports: Rowing, Wrestling, Golf, Soccer, Basketball, Cross Country, Baseball
  • Women's Sports: Rowing, Soccer, Cross Country, Basketball, Volleyball, Wrestling

Data Source:

National Center for Educational Statistics

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