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Oral Roberts University

Oral Roberts University

Tulsa, OK · City · 3,487 students
WebsiteCommon AppScorecard
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$25,365
Average net priceYour net price
2023-24
<30
30–48
48–75
75–110
110+
By household income — tap a bar
56%
Graduation rate
Entered fall 2017 & 2018
52% typical
$46,885
Earnings 10 years on
Measured 2020 & 2021
$51,562 typical
99%
Acceptance rate
Applied for fall 2024
81% typical · not scored
Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
About

Oral Roberts University in Tulsa, Oklahoma, is a private Christian institution renowned globally for its "Whole Person Education" philosophy, which aims to develop students academically, physically, and spiritually. Prospective students are drawn to its top-tier academic divisions, particularly the highly regarded Anna Vaughn College of Nursing, the College of Business, and its prestigious theology and ministry programs. The vibrant campus culture is defined by a diverse, spirit-empowered community representing over 100 nations, where student life centers on twice-weekly chapel services and global mission opportunities. What truly sets ORU apart is its iconic, futuristic campus architecture—anchored by the famous 60-foot "Praying Hands" sculpture—and a unique physical fitness requirement that utilizes wearable trackers to support students' holistic well-being.

Wikipedia:Oral Roberts University (ORU) is a private Evangelical university in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Founded in 1963, the university is named after its founder, Oral Roberts, a renowned American Charismatic Christian preacher and televangelist.

Location
Tulsa, OK, 74171 · City campus
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Nearest airport from college
DFW · Dallas/Fort Worth
226 mi away
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Cost & aid
Cost of attendance
YoursEveryone
Tuition & fees$35,470
Housing & food (on campus)$9,960
Books & supplies$1,920
Cost of attendance$49,990
Average net price$25,365
Same price for all students
Tuition & fees$35,470
Housing & food (on campus)$9,960
Books & supplies$1,920
Cost of attendance$49,990
Average net price$25,365
Source: U.S. College Scorecard · published total: oru.edu
How it’s made up · 2026-27
Oral Roberts University’s own figures for 2026-2027, newer than the 2024-25 federal figures above, so the amounts differ.
Tuition$36,250
Fees$2,180
Housing$4,910
Food$6,650
Books & supplies$2,400
Personal expenses$2,500
Transportation$2,000
Total published by the school$49,990
Net price by family income · 2023-24
$0–30k
$21,894
$30–48k
$22,022
$48–75k
$22,902
$75–110k
$27,269
$110k+
$30,514
Outcomes
Completion
Within 6 yrs
56%
Entered 2017–18
Within 4 yrs
49%
Back for yr 2
80%
Transferred
23%
8 yrs after starting · first-time, full-time students
60% graduated · 16% transferred · 1% still enrolled · 24% left or unknown
Earnings · measured 2020 & 2021
6 yrs after entry$39,112
10 yrs after entry$46,885
Debt
Median at graduation$27,000
Monthly payment$286
Middle 50% owe$9.3k–$36k
90th percentile$49,250
Green marks a figure above the typical Master's (medium programs): 52% graduate within 6 yrs.
Admissions
Getting in · applied for fall 2024
Admit rate
99%
Test policy
Test optional
Per College Scorecard
SAT average
1196
R 580–660 · M 540–650
ACT midpoint
23
Comp 22–28 · E 22–31 · M 20–25
SAT middle 50%: 1120–1310
40080012001600

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Student Body
Gender
Men 42%Women 58%
Who enrolls
Faculty ratio
18 : 1
Pell grant
28%
First-gen
31%
Family income
$43,800
Independent
26%
Age at entry
24.0
Part-time
20%
Race & ethnicity
White
33%
Hispanic
16%
Black
13%
Asian
4%
Two or more
4%
Non-resident
19%
AI/AN
2%
Unknown
8%
Varsity sports
NCAA Division I without football · EADA 2024-25
  • Baseball
    Men's
  • Basketball
    Men's · Women's
  • Golf
    Men's · Women's
  • Soccer
    Men's · Women's
  • Tennis
    Men's · Women's
  • Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
    Men's · Women's
  • Volleyball
    Women's
Programs & Earnings
Bachelor's degrees by annual completions · 4yr national median earnings
Median earnings, all programs · measured 2020 & 2021
After 6 yrs
$39,112
After 10 yrs
$46,885
Business Administration, Management and Operations63
Theological and Ministerial Studies51
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing42
Psychology, General34
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities25
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods22
Biology, General22
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness22
Marketing22
Social Work19
Engineering, General17
Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries17
Communication and Media Studies14
Accounting and Related Services14
Finance and Financial Management Services13
Bible/Biblical Studies11
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Institutional
Resources
Endowment
$49M
Full-time faculty
40%
Faculty salary
$7,834/mo
Teaching spend
$6,864
per student
Federal loans
42%
Classification
Carnegie type
Master's (medium programs)
Undergraduate profile
Four-year, inclusive admissions

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