Great Christian Colleges in Oklahoma

Oklahoma is known for its beautiful countryside scenery, Native American heritage, and man-made lakes. It also has several Christian colleges and universities that can offer different academic, spiritual, and personal opportunities for students. This article will highlight some of the best Christian colleges and universities in Oklahoma.

Oklahoma Christian Colleges

For those seeking a Christian college or university in the Sooner State, Oklahoma has many excellent schools.

Oklahoma Baptist University

Oklahoma Baptist University is a liberal arts university affiliated with the Southern Baptist Convention. OBU is known for its academic excellence and a deep sense of community. 

The top undergraduate majors include nursing, physical therapy, counseling psychology, elementary education, and graphic design. Popular campus activities include intramural and varsity sports, talent shows, concerts, Bible studies, and student government.

School size: 1,409

Student-to-faculty ratio: 13:1

Undergraduate tuition: $34,050 (per year)

Oklahoma Christian University

Oklahoma Christian University is a liberal arts university in Oklahoma City, affiliated with the Church of Christ. The school offers several undergraduate, graduate, online, and professional programs.

The top five undergraduate majors are liberal arts and humanities, nursing, commercial and advertising art, mechanical engineering, and biology. Given the school’s urban location, there’s access to numerous internships and career connections in addition to their work-based learn­ing programs. The campus is full of traditions and activities for students looking to get involved.

School size: 2,012

Student-to-faculty ratio: 10:1

Undergraduate tuition: $25,900 (per year)

Oklahoma Wesleyan University

Oklahoma Wesleyan University (OWU) is a private university in Bartlesville, affiliated with the Wesleyan Church. OWU has more than 50 programs for undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree students. 

A few of their undergraduate degrees are nursing, business, digital communication and media, liberal arts and humanities, and business support services. Students can connect with peers on campus through residential life, spiritual activities, and clubs.

School size: 824

Student-to-faculty ratio: 12:1

Undergraduate tuition: $32,970 (per year)

Oral Roberts University

Oral Roberts University is a larger interdenominational Christian university in Tulsa. Its biblically based education offers over 150 academic programs, with the top five programs being nursing, psychology, ministry and leadership, engineering, and business administration.

There’s a lot of school spirit at Oral Roberts between their Division 1 athletic teams and 40+ clubs and organizations. Spiritual life consists of missions, weekly chapel services, worship, and more!

School size: 7,069

Student-to-faculty ratio: 17:1

Undergraduate tuition: $35,200 (per year)

Learn more about Oral Roberts University on page 150 of THE Guide. 

Southern Nazarene University

Southern Nazarene University is a private university in Bethany, affiliated with the Church of the Nazarene. It offers over 40 traditional undergraduate majors, as well as adult undergraduate, graduate, and online programs. 

Some popular undergraduate majors are business, organizational behavior studies, human development, liberal arts and humanities, and nursing. The university’s campus is great for connecting with others through small groups, chapel worship, student leadership, clubs, or just in the school’s coffee shop. 

School size: 1,465

Student-to-faculty ratio: 13:1

Undergraduate tuition: $29,600 (per year)

Wrapping Up

That concludes the list of Christian colleges in Oklahoma. To explore more Christian colleges across North America, get your free digital copy of THE Guide to Christian Colleges and Universities.