Oklahoma City University (OCU) is a private, nonprofit university established in 1904 and located in Oklahoma City, USA. It is affiliated with the United Methodist Church and is known for its strong emphasis on liberal arts, performing arts, business, law, and health sciences.
The university offers 70+ undergraduate majors and over 20 graduate programs, including MBA, law, and doctoral degrees. It maintains a student–faculty ratio of 11:1, ensuring personalized learning with small class sizes.
OCU is particularly recognized for its music, dance, theatre, and nursing programs, attracting students from across the United States and over 40 countries.
📊 Ranking Details
🌍 Global & National Rankings
- Ranked #251–300 among U.S. universities by QS rankings.
- Ranked around #280 globally and #62 in the USA (U.S. News 2024 data).
- Placed #386 out of 1,671 U.S. institutions (College Raptor ranking).
- Ranked #477 in Forbes Top Colleges list.
🇺🇸 Regional Rankings
- Ranked #23 among Regional Universities in the West by U.S. News & World Report.
- Consistently placed in the top tier of master’s-level universities in the U.S.
🏆 Recent (2026) Ranking Highlights
- Ranked in the top 10% of all U.S. colleges (Niche 2026).
- #5 Best Christian College in America.
- National rankings in specialized fields:
- #23 – Performing Arts
- #26 – Music
- In Oklahoma:
- #1 – Nursing, Performing Arts, Music, Christian Colleges
- #2 – Private Universities and Small Colleges
