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About Oklahoma Christian University

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Oklahoma Christian University is a private university in Edmond, OK, known for its faith-based mission, small class sizes, and open enrollment. With an acceptance rate of 96%, OC is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 357 students each year. OC is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1020–1240, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. OC offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $17,349 per year; the sticker price of $38,645 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Oklahoma Christian University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

96%
Overall Accept Rate
1130
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 1020 – 1240 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Oklahoma Christian University

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Essay Strategy
Oklahoma Christian is a Church of Christ affiliated school, so use your essays and activities list to genuinely reflect how faith shapes your daily life and community involvement. Admissions readers are looking for students who will actively contribute to the spiritual culture on campus, not just check a religious box.
Demonstrated Interest
Schedule a campus visit to Edmond and attend one of OC's chapel services, which are a central part of student life there. Mentioning a specific detail from your visit or chapel experience in your application materials shows admissions that your interest in OC is real and informed.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Oklahoma Christian University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$39k/yr$17.8k
30k-48k~$39k/yr$18.9k
48k-75k~$39k/yr$18.8k
75k-110k~$39k/yr$23.2k
110k+~$39k/yr$27.5k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

55%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$43k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
1,771
Undergrad Enrollment
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