Oral Roberts University
Tulsa, OK
Tulsa, OK
What is the ORU experience?
Oral Roberts University is a Christian university located in Tulsa, Oklahoma. It is a globally recognized, Holy Spirit-empowered university that develops whole leaders for the whole world through a unique Whole Person education—including mind, body, and spirit. Students come to ORU not to “stay” in their faith but to GROW in faith and to become the Spirit-empowered leaders they are called to be.
Academics
For more than 60 years, our award-winning faculty has championed our students' intellectual pursuits by engaging in experiential learning beyond the classroom. With 150+ academic programs at the bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels, you’ll find something that fits your interests and abilities.
Finances
A college education isn’t just about a diploma…it’s about an investment in your future. We assure you that the value of an ORU education is much greater than the cost. Plus, we offer financial assistance like our Quest Whole Leader and Quest First scholarships, customizable payment plans, financial aid assistance through the FAFSA, and LEAP loan buyback program.
Spiritual life
What sets us apart? It’s simple. We are built on and dedicated to the Holy Spirit. Plus, in everything we do, we have an unwavering dedication to spiritual integrity. Immerse yourself in a community with student-led worship and prayer movements, local and global mission trips, and twice-weekly chapel services.
Campus life
We are more than 6,500 students strong, with all 50 states and more than 150 nations represented. We have 16 NCAA Division I athletic teams, more than 40 student-led clubs and organizations, and a multitude of leadership opportunities. There’s something for everyone here at ORU.
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 |
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One of the 30 Most Beautiful Universities in the World | MSN |
• School type: Private, four-year Christian university
• Academic calendar: Semesters
• Religious affiliation: Interdenominational
• Number of students: 6,500
• Student-faculty ratio: 17:1
• Number of organizations: 40+
Costs & Aid
• Undergraduate in-state tuition: $33,800
• Undergraduate out-of-state tuition: $33,800
• Room and board: $9,960
• 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