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About Oklahoma City University

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Oklahoma City University is a private university in Oklahoma City, OK, known for its arts and nursing focus, small class sizes, and doctoral professional university. With an acceptance rate of 70%, OCU is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 299 students each year. OCU is test optional; submitting a strong score can strengthen an application, though it is not required for consideration. OCU offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $22,097 per year; the sticker price of $46,480 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Oklahoma City University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

70%
Overall Accept Rate
23
Median Admitted ACT

Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Oklahoma City University

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Essay Strategy
OCU has a strong performing arts reputation, particularly in dance, musical theatre, and music. If any of your extracurriculars or interests connect to the arts, make that connection explicit in your application materials rather than leaving it implied.
Test Score Strategy
Since OCU is test optional and your score falls below the typical range for admitted students, consider focusing your application energy on your GPA, activities, and any supplemental materials rather than submitting your score.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Oklahoma City University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$46k/yr$15.2k
30k-48k~$46k/yr$18.1k
48k-75k~$46k/yr$20.5k
75k-110k~$46k/yr$26.8k
110k+~$46k/yr$29.4k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

64%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$42k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
10:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
1,431
Undergrad Enrollment
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