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Oral Roberts University

Tulsa, OK

Oral Roberts University

Tulsa, OK

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Empowered for impact

Oral Roberts University is a Christ-centered university in Tulsa, where bold faith meets big opportunity. Globally recognized and Spirit-empowered, ORU is committed to your success in academic excellence, spiritual integrity, global engagement, personal resilience, and bold vision.

Invested In your future
With over 150 majors, minors, and pre-professional programs across six colleges, an ORU education is more than just a degree—it shapes who you become. With a 99% Career Outcomes Rate, ORU graduates are known for integrity, innovation, and impact. Our Christian, award-winning faculty will take you beyond the textbook for experiential learning opportunities and internships that encourage collaboration, leadership, and innovation.

Impact the world with the love of Jesus Christ
At the heart of ORU is the fact that we are a university built on and dedicated to the Holy Spirit. We provide unique opportunities for our students to grow in their faith while simultaneously cultivating a Spirit-empowered community. Twice-weekly chapel services, student-led worship, organic prayer movement, and missions and outreach opportunities are just some of the ways that our students are passionately pursuing a deeper relationship with Christ.

Our campus community is one of a kind
During your college years, you’ll build lifelong friendships, make lasting memories, and experience life transformation. Our campus events, 16 NCAA Division I athletic teams, 40+ clubs and organizations, internships, leadership development, and global diversity will give you an experience like no other.

Scholarships that shape futures
A college education is a priceless investment in your future, but we know that finances can play a pivotal role in the decision of which college to attend. Our desire is to keep a Spirit-empowered education affordable and accessible for everyone through a multitude of ways. We offer scholarships for first-generation status, talent, and athletics, while our premier Quest Scholarship is available for all admitted students and covers up to the cost of full tuition. Additionally, we participate in state and federal financial aid through the FAFSA, we have several payment plan options, and our LEAP program offers up to $15,000 in credit towards loans.

Become a Golden Eagle
Ready to join the Golden Eagle family and have a life-changing college experience? Contact us at 918.495.6518 or admissions@oru.edu. You can get started on your application TODAY by visiting apply.oru.edu. We can’t wait to see what God has in store for your future here at ORU.

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Top 10 in the nation among all universities in Student Experience | The Wall Street Journal 2024

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A Best Value School | U.S. News & World Report, 2024

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Military Friendly® School, 2024

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Top 25 Best Christian Colleges in America | Niche, 2024

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One of the Best Regional Colleges Southwest | The Princeton Review, 2024

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One of the safest college campuses in America | Niche

 

One of the 30 Most Beautiful Universities in the World | MSN

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Accepts Classical Learning Test

University Overview

School type: Private, four-year Christian university
Academic calendar: Semesters
Religious affiliation: Interdenominational
Number of students: 7,500+
Student-faculty ratio: 17:1
Number of organizations: 40+ 

Costs & Aid 
Undergraduate in-state tuition: $36,250
Undergraduate out-of-state tuition: $36,250
Room and board: $11,560
Average additional fees: $1,240
Scholarships: Yes
Grants: Yes
Work-study: Yes
Co-ops/internships: Yes 

Admission
Average GPA: 3.55
Average ACT score: 22
Average SAT score: 1160
Essay required: No
Interview required: No
Application deadline: Rolling admission starts August 1
Application fee: Free at apply.oru.edu 

Top 5 Majors
• Nursing
• Psychology
• Ministry and Leadership
• Business Administration
• Engineering

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