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Oklahoma City University

Oklahoma City, OK·Private nonprofit·1,433 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. financial aid brings net price below sticker.

70%
Accept
1,433
Students
$21,556
Net Price
64%
Grad Rate
$51,100
Earnings
10 yr
$15,250
Debt

About This School

Oklahoma City University is a private nonprofit institution located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma with approximately 1,433 undergraduate students enrolled. Oklahoma City University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 70%. The average net price after financial aid is $21,556 per year. The graduation rate is 64%, and the typical graduate earns $51,100 within 10 years of enrollment.

Oklahoma City University (OCU) is a private university historically affiliated with the United Methodist Church and located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States.

Worth considering if you want a small, church-affiliated university in Oklahoma City with a manageable cost — the $15,250 median debt at graduation is genuinely low, which is a real advantage. That said, a 64% graduation rate means roughly 1 in 3 students don't finish, which is worth asking about during a campus visit. If you're drawn to the tight-knit environment and can stay engaged, the median earnings of $51,100 after 10 years are decent relative to the debt load.

Founded
1904
Setting
Large city

Popular Programs

Visual & Performing Arts34%
Health Professions29%
Business & Marketing8%
Education5%
Biological Sciences3%
Social Sciences3%
Computer Science3%
Psychology3%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Kristin ChenowethCathy O'DonnellLakshmi ManchuKelli O'HaraMason WilliamsDavid L. GoldfeinChris Harrison

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1150

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite25

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$33,586
Out-of-State Tuition
$33,586
Avg Net Price
$21,556
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants23%
Median debt at graduation$15,250

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
64%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
83%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$51,100
after enrollment
Median Debt
$15,250
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$15,250
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$40,700
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$51,100
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 3.4x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

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

Student Body

White63%
Black6%
Hispanic/Latino13%
Asian3%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,433 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Oklahoma City University

2501 N Blackwelder

Oklahoma City, OK 73106-1402

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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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