
Edmond, OKprivate nonprofitwww.oc.edu/
Admit rate has ranged 61%–97% over the last 5 years — notably volatile. Source: IPEDS via Urban Institute.
Acceptance & SAT from Common Data Set / IPEDS; net price, earnings & graduation from the U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard. Figures lag ~1–2 years — verify with the school.
Oklahoma Christian University (OC) is a private, Church of Christ-affiliated institution in Edmond, OK, where faith and practicality collide. With a 97% acceptance rate and a test-optional policy, OC is accessible but punches above its weight in outcomes—boasting a 95% job placement rate for PR grads and a 99% grad school acceptance rate for Honors students. Its tight-knit, spiritually grounded community thrives on 60+ student orgs and DII athletics, while Ike’s Promise scholarship makes tuition free for qualifying students.
Test-optional — scores considered if submitted
Source: IPEDS Admissions survey (2022) via Urban Institute. Covers formal factors only — it does not reflect essays, extracurriculars, or other holistic criteria.
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Outcomes & value
Median earnings by field of study (highest credential), ~2 years after completion.
Campus & location
On-campus criminal offenses classed as violent (murder/non-negligent manslaughter, rape, robbery, aggravated assault) for the most recent reported year. Source: U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security (Clery Act). Counts reflect what’s reported to the school, and urban campuses often report more partly due to non-student incidents nearby — read alongside campus size and setting, not as a standalone safety verdict.
Pleasant days counts days per year with a mean temperature of 55–75°F, a high at or below 90°F, a low at or above 45°F, and little precipitation — a transparent comfort measure, not a weighting we invented. Computed from Open-Meteo ERA5 daily history (2019–2023). Natural-hazard risk is the county’s composite rating from the FEMA National Risk Index.
Institutional research volume and impact from OpenAlex. The h-index reflects large research universities and will be low for teaching-focused liberal-arts colleges — not a measure of undergraduate quality.
Mobility rate = the share of students who both start in the bottom household-income quintile and reach the top quintile; bottom → top is that chance conditional on starting at the bottom. Source: Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Cards (Chetty, Friedman, Saez, Turner & Yagan). Reflects 1980–82 birth cohorts, so it’s directional, not current.
Oklahoma Christian University is notably accessible, with a 97.1% acceptance rate (PrepScholar) and a test-optional policy for undergraduates, though submitted SAT scores typically range from 1020–1240 (75th percentile) or ACT scores of 19–26 (BigFuture). The fall 2024 incoming class saw a 30% enrollment increase, reflecting growing appeal (OC News). Demographics skew slightly female (57% women, 43% men), with a globally diverse student body representing 58 countries (University Profile). Contact admissions at 405-425-5050 or via email at admissions@oc.edu (CDS 2018-2019).
Earnings = median of students working ~10 years after entry; debt = median of graduates. Value divides 10-yr earnings by one year’s net price — read it as earnings per dollar of annual cost, not a full lifetime ROI; it favors lower-cost schools. Source: U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard. Figures lag ~2 years and reflect all students, not your intended major.
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard (field-of-study earnings). Figures cover graduates who received federal aid and lag ~2 years; not all programs report data.
OC offers 85 majors across disciplines like business (10 B.B.A. tracks, including Accounting/Finance hybrids), computer science (6% of majors), and education (5%) (US News, School of Business). The 19:1 student-faculty ratio supports small classes, with faculty including "Oxford-trained theologians and NASA scientists" (OC Academics). The 56% graduation rate (BigFuture) is bolstered by hands-on learning and a faith-integrated curriculum. Notably, the Honors Program claims a 99% graduate school acceptance rate for applicants (OC Accomplishments).
Life at OC orbits around faith and community: 57% of students live on campus (US News), and the university touts 60+ student organizations, 20 NCAA DII and club sports, and work-study opportunities (Why OC?). Reviews highlight a "welcoming place" for spiritual and academic growth (Niche), with a student body from 20+ nations (Facebook). The vibe is collaborative rather than competitive, with traditions like intramurals and chapel services fostering connection.
OC graduates fare well: 95% job placement for public relations majors and median earnings of $36,427 one year post-graduation (Niche, OC Accomplishments). The university reports a 90% career outcomes rate, outperforming regional peers (Facebook/The Oklahoman). In 2024, 794 degrees were awarded, 52% to women (Data USA). The Honors Program’s 99% grad school acceptance rate underscores OC’s preparation for advanced study (OC Accomplishments).
OC’s Ike’s Promise scholarship covers 100% of tuition after other aid for qualifying first-years (OC Value). Over 90% of students receive financial aid, including grants, loans, and merit scholarships (OC Cost Details). The Net priceWhat a family actually pays after grants and scholarships are subtracted from the sticker price — usually far less than the published cost. Calculator helps estimate costs, though the financial aid office has final say (Net Price Calculator). PrepScholar notes OC’s aid packages often shrink the sticker price significantly, with net cost varying by individual circumstance.
OC merges pragmatism with piety: its near-open admissions belies strong outcomes (90% placement), while the test-optional policy and Ike’s Promise scholarship democratize access. The Church of Christ identity shapes campus culture—think chapel, service learning, and ethics-driven biz programs—without stifling academic rigor (see NASA scientists on faculty). A 30% enrollment surge signals rising appeal, and the Honors Program’s near-perfect grad school track record hints at hidden selectivity. For students seeking faith-centered community plus career readiness, OC delivers.