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Mid-America Christian University

Oklahoma City, OK·Private nonprofit·1,666 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. 53% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.

92%
Accept
1,666
Students
$16,692
Net Price
44%
Grad Rate
$44,700
Earnings
10 yr
$26,394
Debt

About This School

Mid-America Christian University is a private nonprofit institution located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma with approximately 1,666 undergraduate students enrolled. Mid-America Christian University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 92%. The average net price after financial aid is $16,692 per year. The graduation rate is 44%, and the typical graduate earns $44,700 within 10 years of enrollment.

Mid-America Christian University (MACU) is a private Christian university in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States. MACU is an endorsed agency of the Church of God and is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. MACU was initially founded as the South Texas Bible Institute in 1953 in Houston Heights, Houston, Texas.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: the relatively affordable net price of $17,123/year and low median debt of $15,444 make it financially accessible, but a 33% graduation rate is a serious red flag that suggests many students don't finish — and that's worth digging into before enrolling. If you're a committed student drawn to a small, faith-centered environment rooted in the Church of God tradition, this could work, but you should ask hard questions about what's driving that low completion rate and whether the support systems are in place for your specific situation.

Founded
1953
Setting
Large city
Religious Affiliation
Christian (no specific denomination)
Avg Faculty Salary
$5,970

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing30%
Psychology25%
Health Professions5%
Education4%
Biological Sciences3%
Computer Science2%
Communications2%
Visual & Performing Arts0%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

Test Policy: Considered but not required

SAT Scores

Average Composite1020

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$21,294
Out-of-State Tuition
$21,294
Avg Net Price
$16,692
after aid

Net Price by Family Income

Under $30k$14,517
$30–48k$15,027
$48–75k$15,646
$75–110k$20,665
$110k+$24,590

Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants53%
Median debt at graduation$26,394

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
44%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
65%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$44,700
after enrollment
Median Debt
$26,394
at graduation

Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender

Male graduates$47,100
Female graduates$33,600

Gap: 29% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$26,394
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$40,300
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$44,700
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 1.7x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White51%
Black13%
Hispanic/Latino15%
Asian1%
Two or more races8%
American Indian/Alaska Native6%
International5%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,666 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Mid-America Christian University

3500 SW 119th St

Oklahoma City, OK 73170-9797

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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