IN THE HEART OF
Riversport Adventure Park in the Boathouse District
Oklahoma City
ABOUT
Oklahoma City • 1.2 million people • State capital of Oklahoma • #3 largest city in land area A crossroads of America, and one of the nation’s fastest-growing cities, Oklahoma City offers everything you look for in a modern metropolitan community – abundance of the arts, quality healthcare, beautiful parks, excellence in education, world-class cuisine, trendy coffee shops, opportunities for adventure, and much more. And it does so without high costs, energy shortages, or traffic congestion. It is a distinctly livable city where you can chase your dreams and still enjoy a rich quality of life.
#1
quality of life (Business Facilities)
#5
friendliest city in America (Travel + Leisure)
#3
best city for millennial college students (USA Today)
CENTRALLY LOCATED IN THE UNITED STATES
Weather With nearly 300 days of sunshine on average, Oklahoma City’s big, beautiful sky is on display throughout the year. We enjoy a favorable, seasonally varied climate throughout the calendar. Summers are sunny and warm, winters are bright and cool, autumn is crisp, and spring is green.
A HUB OF
Top 10
Business & Industry
in Best Cities to Start a Career (WalletHub)
Many Oklahoma City University students find that Oklahoma City is the ideal place to start a career because it is a hotbed for innovative employment. The diverse Oklahoma City economy’s major industries include energy, aerospace, biotech, distribution, manufacturing, and financial services, just to name a few. Chesapeake Energy and Devon Energy are some of the Fortune 500 companies who headquarter in OKC, in addition to dozens of other major corporations. And in addition to all of the opportunities that exist in our own backyard, employers from all over the country come to OKCU to recruit our graduates.
Top 3
for Best Large Cities to Start a Business (WalletHub)
#1
City for Women Entrepreneurs (Merchant Cash USA)
#1
City Worth Moving to if You Want to Start a Business (Entrepreneur)
Top 10
Best City for Jobs (Glassdoor)
ARTS AND CULTURE IN OKC Whether you’re in the mood to catch a show, check out a gallery, spend a night at the ballet, or relax with a cup of coffee and some live music, Oklahoma City has got you covered.
Photo by Briquet Photography
The Oklahoma City Philharmonic, Oklahoma City Ballet, Oklahoma City Museum of Art, The Paseo Arts District, Civic Center Music Hall, cozy coffee shops, and dozens of other cultural venues are just minutes away from campus.
LOCAL PARTNERSHIPS AND INTERNSHIPS FOR STUDENTS Oklahoma City University students interested in the arts have access to professional partnerships and internships with local companies and organizations: • Oklahoma City Civic Center • Oklahoma Children’s Repertory Theatre • Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma • Oklahoma City Ballet • El Sistema Oklahoma • Oklahoma Youth Orchestra
Events & Things to Do There is never a shortage of things to do in Oklahoma City. On any given night you may find yourself dining at one of the local hotspots in Automobile Alley or Deep Deuce, enjoying a festival in the Plaza District or Midtown, appreciating one of the many art galleries in the Paseo Arts District, attending a professional sporting event, catching a local or nationally-touring show at the Civic Center Music Hall or the Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma, playing laser tag in the Bricktown Entertainment District, or taking a stroll by beautiful Lake Hefner.
EVENTS OF NOTE • OKC Arts Council Festival of the Arts • Deadcenter Film Festival • Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon • Red Earth Native American Culture Festival • Zoo Amphitheatre Concert Series • Paseo Arts Festival • Sonic Summer Movies Nights at the Myriad Botanical Gardens • Prix De West • Plaza District Festival Did you know that Oklahoma City is one of the top river sports destinations in the world? Located just south of downtown, the Boathouse District, along the Oklahoma River, is one of Oklahoma City’s top attractions for adventure seekers. Oklahoma City University’s Devon Boathouse, which is home to an Olympic training center, was the second to claim a spot on the bank. Today, our rowers and kayakers are some of the best in the world.
Photo by Zach
WE ARE
Oklahoma City’s University Oklahoma City University is a coeducational, urban private university located in the heart of Oklahoma City. The university is affiliated with the United Methodist Church and offers a wide variety of degrees in the liberal arts, fine arts, sciences, and business. OKCU has been leading students to their creative edge for more than a century. We are a diverse community of academic achievers, big thinkers, independent spirits, and dedicated artists.
Student Population 1,763
635
Undergraduate
Graduate
414
126
Law
28% of incoming students graduated in the top 10% of their class
Doctorate
11:1
student to faculty ratio
17 average freshman class size 13 average upperclassmen class size
100% of classes taught by professors, not graduate students
Come see our beautiful 104-acre, park-like campus and experience OKC for yourself! Schedule a visit!  okcu.edu/visitors
Our campus sits in the Historic Uptown 23rd District in central Oklahoma City. Uptown 23rd is one of the city’s up and coming business, arts, and entertainment districts. As one of OKC’s most historic communities, Uptown 23rd has experienced a revitalization through beautification efforts over the past few years and is quickly transforming into one of the city’s most vibrant districts. There’s something for everyone on 23rd Street! • Locally owned restaurants and coffee shops • Eclectic boutiques • Special events for the community such as the Uptown Farmers Market The Historic Uptown 23rd District continues to ascend itself into one of OKC’s top destinations, adding a variety of restaurants and businesses to an already diverse lineup of eateries and attractions. Oklahoma City University is proud to sit at the heart of 23rd Street as it continues to redefine itself. To learn more about Uptown 23rd, visit uptown23rd.com.
WHERE WE CALL HOME
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HEAR FROM OUR STUDENTS!
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My favorite thing about Oklahoma City is probably the kind and caring people it is full of. I also absolutely love all of the food here. There is such a variety and I have yet to have a bad meal. Also, Lake Hefner and Bricktown are both a quick escape from campus to do a variety of fun things.”
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Oklahoma City offers so much more than I initially expected when I came here from out of state. There are all the conveniences of being a big city; while at the same time there is still a small town comfort. It is a unique hybrid of those two distinctly different cultures.”
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Oklahoma City is home to me. The city is full of charm and has tons of unique places to eat, shop, or experience. I love to visit the Plaza District just down the street from OKCU. On nice days, my friends and I will walk from OKCU to get a slice of pizza at Empire Slice House, a piece of pie at Pie Junkie, or a scoop of ice cream at Roxie’s. It’s awesome having such a great district of local shops and restaurants so close to OKCU.”
Kerry
Ken
Holly
ABINGDON, MARYLAND • SENIOR
RENTON, WASHINGTON • SENIOR
EDMOND, OKLAHOMA • JUNIOR
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Schedule your campus visit today! (405) 208-5050 (800) 633-7242, Ext. 1
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