Oral Roberts University

ACCEPTANCE RATE

68.29%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

90%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

16:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

32

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$16,118

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Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Oral Roberts University (ORU)

1801 E 4th St, Okmulgee, OK

About
Oral Roberts University, located in Tulsa, Oklahoma, is a private four year institution founded in 1963 as a result of a mandate received by evangelist Oral Roberts from God to establish an educational institution. The school began operations in 1963 and received its accreditation in 1971 from the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Schools and the Association of Theological Schools in the United States and Canada.

In 2007 the school was burdened by debt and having difficulty meeting its financial obligations. By 2009 the school had received donations allowing the school to clear its debts and operate without that burden. Since that time the school has utilized its resources to upgrade campus facilities, add additional buildings, refine programs and offer a better educational experience overall for students.

Academics
Oral Roberts University offers a large number of programs for potential students. These programs provide a complete education, including spiritual guidance as outlined by the school's policy. As a faith based institution, students are asked to approach subjects from a variety of perspectives, including a Christian one.

Students may pursue undergraduate and graduate programs. The school believes in providing the best education possible for its students, and as such provides opportunities and facilities that are conducive to success and provided for in a Christian context.

Programs offered include:

Admissions and Financial Aid
Students interested in enrollment at Oral Roberts University must have been in the top 40% of their graduating class and have at least a 2.6 GPA or a 52 on the GED. Additionally a minimum of 20 on the ACT or 940 on the SAT is required. Student will submit an application for review, and once received a determination on acceptance made and the student notified.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans and grants. Students in need of aid must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in order to determine eligibility and awards.

Athletics
The Oral Roberts University Golden Eagles participate in a number of intercollegiate athletics. Intercollegiate athletics offer students an opportunity to participate in a competitive environment that promotes good health and provides a fun atmosphere.

Athletic programs at Oral Roberts University:

Basketball
Golf
Soccer
Tennis
Cross Country
Track and Field
Volleyball (Women Only)
Baseball (Men Only)

Admission Requirements & Details

The information regarding admissions below may give you an idea of the applicants ORU accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

Dual Credits
Life Experience Credits
AP Course Credits

Student Enrollment

The total student enrollment at Oral Roberts University is about 4,100. The student body is made up of 87% undergraduate students and 14% graduate students.

Estimated Costs & Financial Aid

The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition & Fees Information

Tuition is estimated to be around $32,000 per year for in-state and nonresident students
For part-time students, charges are between $1,200-$1,500 per unit

Financial Aid Details

The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.

	Percent of Students	Average Amount
Any Financial Aid	90%	-
Receiving Grants & Scholarships	89%	$18,896
Receiving Student Loans	63%	$10,321

Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and alumni, Oral Roberts University may offer student services like those listed below:

Distance learning
Classes offered on nights and weekends
Remedial instructional courses
Career path counseling
Employing students to lower education costs
Employment search assistance

Specialized Programs & Accreditations

Music Program
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
Theology (Ministry) Program

Intercollegiate Athletics

Oral Roberts University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division I without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

Baseball (The Summit League)
Basketball (The Summit League)
Track and Field (The Summit League)
Golf

Soccer
Tennis
Volleyball

Programs Offered

The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.

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