bacone college - coyle public schools
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bacone college - coyle public schools
BACONE COLLEGE MUSKOGEE GENERAL INFORMATION Type of institution – Private college Support – Private Enrollment – 1,166 Setting – Rural residential ACADEMIC INFORMATION Academic emphasis – Professional programs and liberal arts Degree programs Associate Applied Science – Nursing (ADN), Radiography, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Cardiovascular Technology Arts – American Indian Studies, Art, Christian Ministry, Journalism, General Studies Science – Business Administration, Computer Science, Child Development, Criminal Justice Studies, Health Information Management, Life Science Bachelor’s Arts – American Indian Studies, Christian Ministry, Criminal Justice Studies, Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Development and Education, Elementary Education, Health and Physical Education Science – Business Administration with Areas of Emphasis Available in– Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, Information Systems and Marketing Criminal Justice Studies, Medical Imaging, Nursing (RN to BSN), Sports Management, Recreation Management, Exercise Science Class times offered – Daytime, evening and weekend Special programs – Selected courses can be taken over the Internet and in regional course locations Academic calendar – Fall semester (August through early December), spring semester (January to early May). Select courses and programs are also offered in four, eight and 16-week sessions throughout the year (including summer). FACULTY INFORMATION Total faculty – 70 Full-time faculty – 35 Part-time faculty – 3 Student-faculty ratio – 17 to 1 Percent of faculty with advanced degrees – 60% Faculty involvement – Supervise independent study, contract majors and advise students. ADMISSIONS INFORMATION ACT requirements – Meet two of three admission conditions: ACT 18; and/or upper half of graduating class; and/or high school GPA of 2.0 High school graduation – High school diploma/GED accepted High school GPA – 2.0 High school curriculum – Required. State curriculum observed. Note: Please refer to the Admissions Requirements section for more specific information. Application process – Electronic and written Application deadline – Applications accepted year round Transfer Students Minimum college GPA required – 2.0 Maximum credits transferable – Students must complete a minimum of 30 hours at Bacone College. Items required for application – Official transcripts from previous institutions and high school transcripts if transferring under 30 hours Note: Please refer to the International Students section for more specific information. International Students TOEFL test requirements – 500 (173 on computer-based exam or 61 on Internet-based exam) or provide documentation of the successful completion of 12 weeks of study, or achieve Level 9 at an approved English Language Center. Bacone College, a private four-year liberal arts college affiliated with the American Baptist Churches USA, is located in Muskogee, a northeastern Oklahoma community with a population of approximately 40,000. Muskogee is 40 miles from Tulsa, 139 miles from Oklahoma City and 75 miles from Fort Smith, Ark. Founded in 1880, BC is the oldest higher education institution of continuous operation in Oklahoma. The college has a beautiful 220-acre campus with striking buildings and inviting, tree-covered walkways. With a historic mission to American Indians, the college also emphasizes exceptional educational opportunities in a Christian atmosphere for all students regardless of race or creed. Because of this emphasis, BC is one of the most culturally diverse campuses in the United States. BC offers a unique opportunity for reflection upon how we, of all races and ethnic backgrounds, can live, study, work and worship together in order to strive not only for a meaningful educational experience, but also for a society committed to Christian values and principles. OKLAHOMA’S COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES 2009-10 101 BACONE COLLEGE - MUSKOGEE HOUSING INFORMATION Housing types Women’s residence halls, m en’s residence halls and apartment-style living. Food services Area restaurants participating in Bacone College Student Meal Plan, Student Dining Center and Snack Bar operated by Sodexo Equipment/services in living areas Internet, phone and cable TV access in all rooms Types of financial aid available – Federal, state, institutional, tribal Percentage of full-time freshmen who applied for aid – 98% Percentage who demonstrated need – 94% Percentage who demonstrated need and received aid – 98% Average financial aid package – $13,500 Application process – FAFSA, application to college Application deadlines – Deadline for filing your FAFSA is June 30 of the academic year. CONTACT INFORMATION Access to technology Computer labs, cyber cafes and expanding wireless access across campus STUDENT LIFE Campus organizations African American Student Society, Bacone College Student Nursing Association, Bacone College Society of Student Radiographers, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Native American Student Association, Nurses Christian Fellowship, Phi Theta Kappa, Alpha Chi, Lambda Nu , Publications Club, Stickball Club, Native American Song and Dance Club, Native American Students of Promise, Native American Language Club, Native American Arts and Crafts Club, Journalism Club, Admissions Ambassadors, Genealogy Club, Performing Arts Club, Young Professionals Club, Marketing and Design Club, Information Technology Club, Pep Band, Emergency Management Club, Future Educators Club, Spirit Club, Christian Drama Club, Christian Ministry Club, Christian Technology Club, Gospel Choir, Praise Team/Band Intramural sports Softball, disc golf Collegiate sports As a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), BC competes in men’s and women’s basketball, baseball, softball, football, golf, soccer, volleyball, wrestling, rodeo and track and field events. Special student services TRIO Student Support Services serves first-generation, low-income students with academic tutoring and academic counseling. The Division of Academic Support provides learning styles assessments for all entering freshmen. COSTS Tuition – $9,700 Academic service fees – N/A Mandatory fees – $2,000 Room and board – $7,400 Books and supplies – $1,000 Note: Costs are calculated for a freshman Oklahoma student carrying 15 hours in the fall and spring semesters. 102 FINANCIAL AID OKLAHOMA’S COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES 2009-10 Office of Admissions Bacone College 2299 Old Bacone Road Muskogee, OK 74403 Phone – 918.781.7340 Fax – 918.781.7416 www.bacone.edu MID-AMERICA CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY OKLAHOMA CITY GENERAL INFORMATION Type of institution – Four-year university Support – Independent Enrollment – 710 Setting – Urban residential ACADEMIC INFORMATION Academic emphasis – Liberal arts Degree programs Associate Arts Bachelor’s Behavioral science, business administration, education, music performance, music ministry, pastoral ministry and specialized ministry Master’s Business administration Academic calendar – Fall semester (mid-August to mid-December), spring semester (mid-January to early May) FACULTY INFORMATION Total faculty – 36 Full-time faculty – 18 Part-time faculty – 18 Student-faculty ratio – 14 to 1 Percent of faculty with advanced degrees – 45% Faculty involvement – Supervise independent study and assist with academic advising ADMISSIONS INFORMATION ACT/SAT requirements – 16 ACT or 750 SAT High school graduation – Required, GED accepted High school GPA – No requirement Note: Please refer to the Admission Requirements section for more specific information. Application process – Submit completed application form, nonrefundable $25 fee, high school transcript, ACT or SAT scores and two recommendations. Transfer Students Maximum credits transferable – Thirty hours must be completed at MACU before a student can receive a degree. Items required for application – Submit transcript(s) from every college attended Note: Please refer to the Transfer section for more specific information. International Students TOEFL test requirements – 500 or higher on the paper-based exam or 173 on the computer-based exam Note: Please refer to the International Students section for more specific information. HOUSING INFORMATION Housing types Residential halls Food services Cafeteria Equipment/services in living areas Telephone jacks, voice messaging services and cable television STUDENT LIFE Campus organizations Summit groups, student government, mission trips and other groups Collegiate sports Men’s basketball, baseball, soccer and golf. Women’s basketball, softball, soccer and volleyball COSTS Tuition – $9,900 Room and board – $4,400 Books and supplies – $400 Note: Costs are calculated for a freshman Oklahoma student carrying 15 hours in the fall and spring semesters. FINANCIAL AID Types of financial aid available – Scholarships, grants, loans and work-study Application process – Complete the FAFSA Mid-America Christian University is a private, four-year, liberal arts university located in Oklahoma City, the capital city of Oklahoma. With a population of approximately 482,660, Oklahoma City is the third largest city in land area in the United States. Oklahoma City is 210 miles from Dallas. OKLAHOMA’S COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES 2009-10 103 MID-AMERICA CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY - OKLAHOMA CITY CONTACT INFORMATION Haley Hope, Director of Admissions Mid-America Christian University 3500 S.W. 119th Oklahoma City, OK 73170 Phone – 405.691.3800 Fax – 405.692.3165 [email protected] www.macu.edu Based on 2008-09 Information 104 OKLAHOMA’S COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES 2009-10 OKLAHOMA BAPTIST UNIVERSITY SHAWNEE GENERAL INFORMATION Type of institution – Private, four-year university Other locations – Oklahoma City (graduate programs) Support – Independent Enrollment – 1,753 Setting – City, residential ACADEMIC INFORMATION Academic emphasis – Liberal arts, business, nursing Degree programs Associate Christian Studies Bachelor’s Arts (anthropology, applied communication, applied ministry, art, Christian studies, electronic media production, English, family psychology, family relations, history, interdisciplinary, leisure services management, multilingual communications, music, news and information, orality studies, philosophy, political science, psychology, religion, religion-Bible, religion-biblical languages emphasis, sociology, Spanish, strategic communication, theatre) Science (chemistry, biochemistry, biology, biology-forensic emphasis, chemistry, chemistry-forensic emphasis, computer science, exercise and sports science, mathematics, natural science, nursing-LPN and RN options, physics) Science in Education (art education-P-12, early childhood education, elementary education, English education-secondary, health and physical education-P-12, mathematics educationsecondary, science education-secondary, social sciences educationsecondary, Spanish education-P-12, special education-P-12) Business Administration (computer information systems, finance, international business, management, marketing) Music (church music, music composition, piano performance, piano performance with emphasis in pedagogy, vocal performance) Music education (instrumental certificate PK-12, vocal certificate PK-12) fine arts (studio art) Musical Arts Professional Accountancy Master’s Business Administration Nursing Education Class times offered – Daytime, evening Special programs – Honors program, online courses, Intensive English, Ministry Training Institute off-campus courses in Christian Studies, travel-study, ROTC, MBA degree online via virtual reality. Academic calendar – Fall semester (late August through midDecember), January term (first three weeks of January), spring semester (Late January through early May), summer session (two four-week terms, June and July) FACULTY INFORMATION Total faculty – 158 Full-time faculty – 113 Part-time faculty – 45 Student-faculty ratio – 15 to 1 Percent of faculty with advanced degrees – 70% Faculty involvement – Advise students, participate in campus organization, teaching-focused ADMISSIONS INFORMATION ACT/SAT requirements – ACT – 20 or SAT – 950 High school graduation – Required, GED is accepted High school GPA – 3.0 (weighted) High school curriculum requirements English – 4 units, Math – 3 units, Science – 3 units, Social Science – 3 units, Language – 2 units, Academic Electives – 2 units Note: Please refer to Admissions Requirements section for more specific information. Application process – Submit completed application, official high school transcript, ACT/SAT score Application deadlines – Rolling Transfer Students Minimum college GPA required – 2.5 Maximum credits transferable – 64 Items required for application – High school transcript, college transcript Note: Please refer to Transfer section for more specific information. International Students TOEFL test requirements – Score of 500 or higher (paper-based), or 173 (computer-based) TOEFL Note: Please refer to International Students section for more specific information. Oklahoma Baptist University is located in Shawnee, a city with a population of approximately 30,000, located 35 miles east of Oklahoma City and 90 miles southwest of Tulsa. As a Christian liberal arts university, OBU’s mission statement cites that the university “transforms lives by equipping students to pursue academic excellence, integrate faith with all areas of knowledge, engage a diverse world and live worthy of the high calling of God in Christ.” OKLAHOMA’S COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES 2009-10 105 OKLAHOMA BAPTIST UNIVERSITY - SHAWNEE HOUSING INFORMATION Housing types Women’s and men’s dorms, women’s and men’s apartments, married student apartments Food services One cafeteria, grill/snack bar, coffee/smoothie shop, small grocery store Equipment/services in living areas Internet access in all rooms, wired telephone service in all rooms, cable television access in all rooms, common areas feature televisions, microwave, free washer/dryer usage in campus dormitories. Access to technology Wired Internet access in dorm rooms, wireless access in approximately 70 percent of campus (expanding). Six campus computer labs, 24/7 computer mini-labs in dormitories STUDENT LIFE Campus organizations Academic, departmental, social clubs, special interests, Christian ministry/service, honor societies, student government and professional Intramural sports Flag football, sand volleyball, tennis-singles, tennis-doubles, miniature golf, soccer, basketball, bowling, indoor volleyball, threepoint shoot-out, dodgeball, softball, ultimate Frisbee Collegiate sports Men’s and women’s basketball, cross country, golf, indoor track and field, outdoor track and field, soccer, tennis, men’s baseball, women’s softball, women’s volleyball (NAIA) Special student services Physical disability and learning disability student services are available. COSTS Tuition – $16,242 Academic service/mandatory fees – $1,382 Room and board – $5,510 Books and supplies – $1,100 Note: Costs are calculated for a freshman Oklahoma student carrying 12-16 hours in the fall and spring semesters. 106 OKLAHOMA’S COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES 2009-10 FINANCIAL AID Types of financial aid available – Scholarships, federal grants and loans, state grants Percentage of full-time freshmen who applied for aid – 83% Percentage who demonstrated need – 72% Percentage who demonstrated need and received aid – 100% Average financial aid package – $14,713 Application process – Complete FAFSA Application deadlines – April 1 priority deadline CONTACT INFORMATION Admissions Office Oklahoma Baptist University 500 W. University Shawnee, OK 74804 Phone – 405.878.2033 Graduate Program Information – 405.319.8470 Toll-free – 800.654.3285 Fax – 405.878.2068 [email protected] www.okbu.edu OKLAHOMA CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY OKLAHOMA CITY GENERAL INFORMATION Type of institution – Private university Support – Private Enrollment – 2,161 Setting – Residential, urban ACADEMIC INFORMATION Academic emphasis – Fourteen academic departments operate in one of three colleges – Arts and Sciences, Biblical Studies and Professional Studies. Students choose from more than 60 majors and 30 additional areas of study. Degree programs Bachelor’s Arts (art, Bible, Bible and ministry, communication, English, English pre-law, English TEFL, English with certification, history, history/pre-law, interdisciplinary studies, music, missions, psychology, religious education, Spanish, youth ministry) Business Administration (accounting, finance, business, marketing/management, management) Fine Arts (art, graphic design, interior design, new media) Music Education (instrumental, music, vocal) Science (Bible, biochemistry, biology, biological science education, broadcast management, broadcast journalism, chemistry, computer engineering, computer science, early childhood education, electrical engineering, elementary education, English, family studies, family studies/child development, history/pre-law, information systems, interdisciplinary studies, information systems, interdisciplinary studies, journalism, mass communication multimedia, mass communication corporate media, mass communication interactive media, mathematics, mathematics/computer science, mathematics education, mechanical engineering, medical technology, nursing, organizational communication, physical education, physical science education, psychology, political science, science education, social studies, sport wellness and recreation, theater) Master’s Arts (Bible, family ministry, youth ministry) Business administration (leadership and organizational development, e-commerce, accounting, general business, finance, health service management, engineering, technology management) Divinity (congregational, general, family ministry, youth ministry) Sciences (Engineering) Class times offered – Day, some evening Special programs – University Honors Program, Christian Engineer Scholars Program, study abroad opportunities, MBA, undergraduate research opportunities, vocational ministry as a second major, preprofessional studies Academic calendar – Fall semester (August to December), spring semester (January to April), Summer short courses (May to August) FACULTY INFORMATION Total faculty – 198 Full-time faculty – 106 Part-time faculty – 92 Student-faculty ratio –14 to 1 Percent of faculty with advanced degrees – 69% Faculty involvement – Teaching (no graduate assistants), student course and degree advising; sponsor study abroad programs, university academic, service, ministry and social organizations; supervise independent study; serve bi-annual late night finals’ breakfast; lead chapel and service and mission trips ADMISSIONS INFORMATION ACT/SAT requirements – 19 ACT (or SAT equivalent), a limited number of students admitted with lower scores High school graduation – Required, GED accepted High school curriculum requirements English - 4 units, Lab science - 2 units, Math - 3 units, History - 2 units, Citizenship skills - 1 unit, Foreign language – 2 units (strongly suggested) Note: Please refer to Admissions Requirements section for more specific information. Application process – Submit completed application and $25 application fee, ACT or SAT score, Character Recommendation Form, current and completed high school transcripts containing cumulative GPA and class rank Application deadlines – May 1 for fall (priority deadline) Transfer Students Maximum credits transferable – 65 hours from a community college, other transfer credit accepted from regionally accredited college or university upon approval of Registrar Items required for application – Official, completed high school and college transcripts Oklahoma Christian University is a higher learning community that transforms life for Christian faith, scholarship and service. OC began in 1950 as Central Christian College with an enrollment of 97 and has grown into a comprehensive Christian university serving more than 2,000 students. OC’s campus is located in far northeast Oklahoma City and borders the city of Edmond. Students enjoy the academic, vocational, cultural and recreational benefits of a big city in a safe, suburban environment. OKLAHOMA’S COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES 2009-10 107 OKLAHOMA CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY - OKLAHOMA CITY FINANCIAL AID International Students TOEFL test requirements – 500 HOUSING INFORMATION Housing types Residence halls for men, residence halls for women, single student apartments, married student apartments Food services Full service cafeteria and snack bar available Equipment/services in living area Wireless Internet access throughout residential areas; common areas feature televisions, DVD players, kitchen access and study areas. Men’s and women’s fitness centers feature cardio equipment, flat screen televisions and DVD/CD components. Access to technology Full-time students receive MacBook and choice of iPhone or iPod Touch. Wireless and wired Internet access across campus. Special computer labs for some academic disciplines. STUDENT LIFE Campus organizations Academic and social clubs, Student Government Association, service and ministry opportunities, student government, honor societies, women’s groups and political organizations Intramural sports Softball, sand-volleyball, cross-country, ping-pong, billiards, flag football, tennis, volleyball, basketball, tennis, volleyball, swimming, bowling, track and soccer Collegiate sports Women’s basketball, cross country, soccer, softball, tennis, track and field. Men’s baseball, basketball, cross country, soccer, tennis, track and field and golf. Special student services Career guidance, veteran services, disability services COSTS Tuition – $14,690 Mandatory fees –$1,676 Room and board – $5,940 to $9,120 Books and supplies – $800 Note: Costs are calculated for a freshman Oklahoma student carrying 15 hours in the fall and spring semesters. 108 OKLAHOMA’S COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES 2009-10 Types of financial aid available – Scholarships, federal and state grants, federal student and parent loans, work-study Percentage of full-time freshmen who applied for aid – 84% Percentage who demonstrated need – 72% Percentage who demonstrated need and received aid – 100% Average financial aid package – $11,714 Application process – Complete application for admission and FAFSA Application deadlines – March 15 (priority deadline) CONTACT INFORMATION Oklahoma Christian University Admissions Office Box 11000 Oklahoma City, OK 73136 Phone – 405.425.5050 Toll Free – 800.877.5010 Fax – 405.425.5069 [email protected] www.oc.edu OKLAHOMA CITY UNIVERSITY OKLAHOMA CITY GENERAL INFORMATION Type of institution – Four-year university Other locations – Eastern Asia Support – Independent and United Methodist affiliated Enrollment – 1,900 (undergraduate) Setting – Urban ACADEMIC INFORMATION Academic emphasis – Comprehensive with a liberal arts core curriculum Degree programs Bachelor’s Accounting, Art (Photography and Studio Art), Biochemistry, Biology (Biomedical Science, Cell & Molecular Biology and B.S. in Biology), Business Administration, Chemistry, Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, Dance Management, Dance Pedagogy, Dance Performance, Economics, Education, English, Entertainment Business, Environmental Studies, Film Production, Film Studies, Finance, History, History/Political Science, Humanities, Information Technology, Justice Studies, Kinesiology & Exercise Studies, Liberal Studies, Marketing, Mass Communications (Advertising, Broadcasting, Print Journalism and Public Relations), Mathematics, Modern Languages (French, German and Spanish), Music (Church Music, Guitar Performance, Instrumental Music Education, Instrumental Performance, B.A. in Music, Music Composition, Musical Theatre Performance, Organ Performance, Piano Pedagogy, Piano Performance, Vocal Music Education and Vocal Performance), Nursing, Philosophy, Philosophy/Religion, Physics, Political Science, Professional Studies, Psychology, Religion (Religion/ Philosophy, Religious Education and Youth Ministry), Research & Data Analysis, Science, Sociology, Theatre (B.A. in Theatre, Acting, Theatre Performance and Design and Production), World Religions Master’s Juris Doctor, Juris Doctor/MBA, Master of Arts in Performing Arts, Master of Arts in Religion, Master of Arts in TESOL, Master of Business Administration, Master of Education (Applied Behavioral Studies, Professional Counseling and American Montessori Certification), Master of Fine Arts in Dance, Master of Liberal Arts, Master of Music, Master of Science in Accounting, Master of Science in Computer Science, Master of Science in Criminology, Master of Science in Nursing and Master of Science in Nursing/ MBA Seminary Program Saint Paul School of Theology at Oklahoma City University Pre-Professional Programs Pre-Athletic Training, Pre-Dental, Pre-Law, Pre-MBA, PreMedicine, Pre-Nursing, Pre-Optometry, Pre-Pharmacy, PrePhysical Therapy/Occupational Therapy, Pre-Physician Associate, Pre-Veterinary Medicine, Preparation for Graduate School, Preparation for Seminary Class times offered – Daytime and evening Special programs – University Honors Program, OCULEADS, OCUSERVES, Clara Luper Scholarship Program, American Indian Scholarship Program and Oikos Scholars Program Academic calendar – Fall 2009 (Aug. 24 to Dec. 18), spring 2010 (Jan. 11 to May 7), summer I 2010 (May 17 to June 22), summer II 2010 (June 24 to July 30) FACULTY INFORMATION Total faculty – 344 Full-time faculty – 224 Part-time faculty – 120 Student-faculty ratio – 14 to 1 Percent of faculty with advanced degrees – 78% Faculty involvement – All courses at Oklahoma City University are taught by faculty, not graduate assistants. ADMISSIONS INFORMATION ACT/SAT requirements – 22 ACT or 1020 SAT High school graduation – Required, GED accepted High school GPA – 3.0 and ranking within the top 50 percent of graduating class (or student must meet ACT/SAT requirement) High school curriculum requirements Four units of English, three units of math, three units of social studies (world, U.S. and state history), two units of one foreign language and two units of science Note: Please refer to the Admission Requirements section for more specific information. Application process – Apply for admission by mail or online, submit most recent transcript, submit official scores from the ACT or SAT, Are you looking for professors who will know you by name, understand your dreams and commit themselves to helping you achieve them? At Oklahoma City University, you will find personalized attention to meet your needs. Located in the state’s capital city with a population nearing 1 million, Oklahoma City University’s academics-first approach has been ranked by U.S. News & World Report as Oklahoma’s only top-tier, master-level comprehensive university in the Western Region. Listed in both “America’s Best Christian Colleges” and America’s 100 Best College Buys,” the university provides students with the opportunity to study in an environment that nurtures and challenges them. OKLAHOMA’S COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES 2009-10 109 OKLAHOMA CITY UNIVERSITY - OKLAHOMA CITY complete application essay and submit $30 application fee. Application deadlines – Early Decision (Non-Binding), Application Deadline Nov.15, Notification Deadline Dec. 30, Deposit Deadline May 15 Regular Decision for Fall Semester (Non-Binding), Application Deadline March 1, Notification Deadline April 30, Deposit Deadline May 15 Transfer Students Minimum college GPA required – 2.0 Maximum credits transferable – 84 Items required for application – Essay, transcripts for all previous colleges attended and a $30 application fee. Note: Please refer to the Transfer section for more specific information. International Students TOEFL test requirements – Undergraduate students whose native language is not English must achieve a score of 500 or higher. Nursing students must score at least 550 and business students must score at least 510. Note: Please refer to the International Students section for more specific information. HOUSING INFORMATION Housing types Men’s, women’s and co-ed halls including a luxury dormitory and apartment-style living for upperclassmen and married couples. Food services Sodexho Food Services manages the Commons Food Court which offers a wide variety of main dishes, sides and desserts for every taste. Alvin’s Café offers a variety of signature deli sandwiches on freshbaked breads, salads and sandwiches to go, pastries, desserts, snacks, Starbucks coffees and other beverages. Equipment/services in living areas In rooms – furnishings, cable hookup, telephone hookup and high speed Internet access. In dorms – laundry room with irons, lounge, computers, big screen TV, microwaves, pool and table tennis, vending and ice machines and quiet hours Access to technology Computers in each dorm, wireless technology in all buildings and high speed Internet access in each room. STUDENT LIFE Campus organizations Departmental, professional, Greek life, religious, honor societies, minority and student government Intramural sports Flag football, basketball, bowling, soccer and softball Collegiate sports Baseball, basketball, cheerleading, cross country, golf, rowing, sculling, soccer, softball, track and field, volleyball and wrestling Special student services Disability services available 110 OKLAHOMA’S COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES 2009-10 COSTS Tuition – $22,250. Oklahoma City University also offers a 4-year fixed-rate tuition plan. Undergraduate students can elect to fix the undergraduate tuition block price at $12,000 per semester. Academic service fees – $2,100 Room and board – Range from $2,220 to $7,516 Books and supplies – $1,500 Note: Costs are calculated for a freshman Oklahoma student carrying 15 hours in the fall and spring semesters. FINANCIAL AID Types of financial aid available – Federal, state and institutional Percentage of full-time freshmen who applied for aid – 84% Percentage who demonstrated need – 68% Percentage who demonstrated need and received aid – 80% Average financial aid package – $21,998 Application process – Complete FAFSA to include any and all verification documents required and institutional Student Data Form. Application deadlines – March 1 annually for best consideration of institutional funds. CONTACT INFORMATION Oklahoma City University Office of Enrollment Services 2501 N. Blackwelder Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73106-1493 Phone – 405.208.5050 Toll free – 800.633.7242, ext. 1 Fax – 405.208.5916 [email protected] www.okcu.edu OKLAHOMA WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY BARTLESVILLE GENERAL INFORMATION Type of institution – Four-year university Other locations – Afton, Bristow, Enid, Hugo, Kansas, McAlester, Miami, Midwest City, Muskogee, Norman, Oklahoma City, Stillwater, Sallisaw, Shawnee, Tulsa and Coffeyville, Kan. Support – Independent Enrollment – 1,471 Setting – Suburban residential ACADEMIC INFORMATION Academic emphasis – Liberal arts and sciences and professional programs such as business, education, nursing and religion Degree programs Certificates Christian Missions/persecuted church ministry, human resource management Associate Applied Sciences (Christian ministry, technical programs) Arts (biology, chemistry, mathematics, psychology, English Bible, history, church administration and leadership, general science, general studies) Bachelor’s Arts (biblical studies, biochemistry, biology, business, chemistry, Christian mission/persecuted church ministry, church music, communication arts, education/secondary English, English, general science, history/political science, intercultural ministry, mathematics, music, pastoral ministry, pastoral ministry/biblical studies, pastoral ministry/youth ministry, pastoral ministry/music ministry, psychology, social studies/pre-legal emphasis, social studies/history) Science (biblical studies, biblical studies/worship arts, biochemistry, biology, business, business administration, chemistry, Christian missions/persecuted church ministry, church administration and leadership, church music, communication arts, education/elementary, education/music-instrumental (K-12), education/music-vocal (K-12), education/secondary biology, education/secondary business, education/secondary mathematics, education/secondary social studies, exercise science (clinical fitness program management option), exercise science (nonclinical fitness program management option), exercise science (pre-therapy option), financial economics, general science, health/physical education (K-12), history/political science, intercultural ministry, management & leadership, marketing, mathematics, pastoral ministry, pastoral ministry/youth ministry, pastoral ministry/music ministry, psychology, social sciences/pre-legal emphasis, social studies/history, sociology, nursing) Master’s Business Administration Class times offered – Daytime, evening, weekends Special programs – Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU) BestSemester Program, Focus on the Family Institute, Oklahoma Scholar Leadership Enrichment Program (OSLEP) Academic calendar – Fall semester (August through early December), spring semester (January through early May), summer session, online FACULTY INFORMATION Total faculty – 127 Full-time faculty – 33 Part-time faculty – 94 Student-faculty ratio – 18 to 1 Percent of faculty with advanced degrees – 98% Faculty involvement – Advise students, conduct directed study courses and internships and participate in a campus mentoring program. At OWU, faculty eat meals with students everyday and attend chapel services together. ADMISSIONS INFORMATION ACT/SAT requirements – 18 ACT, 860 SAT High school graduation – Required, GED is accepted, must have a score of 48 or higher and score in the upper half of CPT/CLAC diagnostics High school GPA – 2.0 High school curriculum requirements English - 4 units, Lab Science - 1 unit, Math (algebra or higher) - 2 units, History/Social Science - 2 units, Academic Electives - 6 units Note: Please refer to the Admission Requirements section for more specific information. Application process – Submit completed application with $25 application fee. (Application fee is waived by completing application online at www.okwu.edu), official high school transcript or GED, ACT or SAT scores. Home-schooled students are encouraged to apply. Application deadlines – Traditional priority for fall: July 1; traditional final for fall: Aug. 1; adult and graduate: on a rolling basis Unapologetic in our commitment to the truth of Christ and the truth of Scripture, Oklahoma Wesleyan University models a way of thought, a way of life and a way of faith. It is a place of serious study, honest questions and critical engagement, all in the context of a liberal arts community that honors the primacy of Jesus Christ, the priority of Scripture, the pursuit of Truth and the practice of Wisdom. OKLAHOMA’S COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES 2009-10 111 OKLAHOMA WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY - BARTLESVILLE Transfer Students COSTS Minimum college GPA required – 2.0 Maximum credits transferable – 65 hours from junior college/last 20 hours of major must be completed at OWU Items required for application – Official transcripts from all colleges and universities previously attended, SAT or ACT scores, high school transcripts if less than 24 hours of college credits Note: Please refer to the Transfer section for more specific information. International Students TOEFL test requirements – 69 Internet-based, 190 computer-based, or 525 paper-based Note: Please refer to the International Students section for more specific information. HOUSING INFORMATION Housing types Women’s dorms (variety of types and models), men’s dorms (variety of types and models), honors housing in apartments (houses) FINANCIAL AID Types of financial aid available – Scholarships, federal grants and loans Percentage of full-time freshmen who applied for aid – 98% Percentage who demonstrated need – 100% Percentage who demonstrated need and received aid – 98% Average financial aid package – $8,096 Application process – Complete FAFSA and OWU financial aid application Application deadlines – Aug. 1 CONTACT INFORMATION Food services Our dining facility, serving several hot entrees, salad bar, sandwich bar, hot grill bar, cereal bar, hamburger/fries/pizza bar, beverage bar and variety of vegetables, is available at each meal. Equipment/services in living areas Free wired Internet access in all rooms. Free laundry in the dorms. Common areas feature telephones, televisions, microwaves, access to ovens, study areas and wireless Internet. Access to technology Three computer labs with expanded hours of service. Wireless Internet covering the entire campus. STUDENT LIFE Campus organizations International, departmental, professional, Christian, honor societies, student government, theatre/music and a variety of leadership opportunities Intramural sports Softball, flag football, basketball, 3-on-3 dunkball, volleyball, indoor soccer, bowling, croquet, racquetball, ping pong, billiards and ultimate Frisbee Collegiate sports Men – soccer, cross country, golf, basketball, baseball, tennis and track. Women – soccer, cross country, volleyball, basketball, softball, tennis and track Special student services Physical and learning disabled student services are available. The Student Advising Center (SAC) assists students with tutoring, mentoring, testing and other services. 112 Tuition – $14,650 Academic service fees – $850 (enrollment fee) Room and board – Room – $5,800 Books and supplies – $850 Note: Costs are calculated for a freshman Oklahoma student carrying 15 hours in the fall and spring semesters. OKLAHOMA’S COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES 2009-10 Oklahoma Wesleyan University Admissions Office 2201 Silver Lake Road Bartlesville, OK 74006 Phone – 866.222.8226 Fax – 918.336.6299 [email protected] www.okwu.edu Based on 2008-09 Information ORAL ROBERTS UNIVERSITY TULSA GENERAL INFORMATION Type of institution – Four-year university Support – Independent Enrollment – 3,067 Setting – Urban residential ACADEMIC INFORMATION Academic emphasis – Liberal arts Degree programs Bachelor’s School of Arts and Cultural Studies – Art Education/K-12 Teaching, Graphic Design Print, Graphic Design Video, Studio Art; Dance Performance, Theater Arts, Drama/TV/Film Performance, Speech/Drama/Debate Ed/Secondary Teaching, Organizational/ Interpersonal Communications, Media (convergent journalism, multimedia production, public relations, advertising), Musical Theater, Worship Arts; English Literature (art, biblical literature, community development, church history, church ministry, communications, English as a second language, missions, prelaw, journalism), Writing (art, biblical literature, community development, church history, church ministry, English as a second language, missions, pre-law, technology, business, marketing, science, literature, journalism); Government (practical politics, international relations, pre-law studies), History, International Community Development, International Relations, Liberal Arts, Social Studies Education/Secondary Teaching; French, Modern Foreign Language Ed/K-12 Teaching, Spanish, Music Arts (art, technology), Music Composition (composition, composition/ technology), Music Education/K-12 Teaching (instrumental, vocal), Music Performance (instrumental, keyboard, vocal), Sacred Music School of Business – Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, International Business, Management, Management Information Systems, Marketing School of Education – Early Childhood Education PK-3 (English as a second language, special education/mild-moderate disabilities), Professional Elementary Education 1-8 (English as a second language, early childhood education, special education/ mildmoderate disabilities), Special Education/Mild-Moderate disabilities K-12 (elementary education), Elementary EducationDistance Program Anna Vaughn School of Nursing – Nursing ORU Online Campus – Christian Care and Counseling, Church Ministries, Business Administration, School of Science and Engineering – Psychology, Social Work; Biology (environmental, health professions, premedicine), Science Ed/Secondary Teaching; Biomedical Chemistry (premedicine, research), Chemistry; Computer Science, Mathematics, Math Education/Secondary Teaching; Biomedical Engineering, Engineering (computer engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering), Engineering/Physics, Environmental Engineering; Health and Exercise Science (exercise specialist, prephysical therapy, presports medicine), Health/Physical Education/ K-12 Teaching, Recreation Administration School of Theology and Missions – English Bible, New Testament, Old Testament, Ministry and Leadership (educational ministries, church administration, evangelism and outreach), Pastoral Christian Ministries (local church pastor, missions, pastoral care, youth ministry), Theological/Historical Studies (theology/ Christian history, Christian philosophy) Master’s School of Business – Master Business Administration (accounting, entrepreneurship, finance, international business, management, marketing, nonprofit management); Master of Management (nonprofit management, organizational dynamics, sales marketing) School of Education – Curriculum and Instruction, Teaching (with public school licensure), School Administration (Christian/ private school administration, public school administration), Teaching English as a Second Language, Educational Leadership (college and higher education administration, Christian/private school administration K-12, public school administration), Initial Teaching with Licensure, Teaching with Alternative Licensure School of Theology and Missions – Master of Divinity, Master of Arts in Biblical Literature (advanced languages, Judaic/ Christian studies, literature) Theological and Historical Studies, Christian Counseling (marriage and family therapy, professional counselor), Christian Education, Missions, Practical Theology Doctorate School of Theology and Missions – Doctor of Ministry (church ministries and leadership, pastoral care and counseling) School of Education – Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership (public school administration, Christian/private school administration, college and higher education administration) Class times offered – Daytime, evening, online courses Academic calendar – Fall semester (August through early December), spring semester (January to early May). Also offer four summer sessions that are three weeks each. Oral Roberts University is an interdenominational, Christian liberal arts university located in Tulsa. Founded in 1963 by evangelist Oral Roberts, ORU serves students from throughout the United States and more than 60 countries, representing 40 denominations. Offering 65 undergraduate majors, 14 master’s programs and two doctoral degrees, plus NCAA Division I athletics, ORU is preparing its students spiritually, mentally and physically to go into every person’s world. For more information about ORU, visit www.oru.edu. OKLAHOMA’S COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES 2009-10 113 ORAL ROBERTS UNIVERSITY - TULSA FACULTY INFORMATION Total faculty – 292 Full-time faculty – 186 Part-time faculty – 106 Student-faculty ratio – 13 to 1 Faculty involvement – Supervise independent study and advise/ mentor students ADMISSIONS INFORMATION ACT/SAT requirements – 20 ACT, 940 SAT (critical thinking and math combined) High school graduation – Required, GED is accepted Note: Please refer to the Admission Requirements section for more specific information. High school GPA – 2.6 High school curriculum requirements English – 4 years, Math – 2 years, Science – 2 years, Social Studies – 2 years, Foreign Language – 2 years, Electives – 4 years Application process – Submit completed application along with all high school transcripts, college transcripts and ACT/SAT score. Application deadlines – Early notification deadline, Nov. 15 Transfer Students Minimum college GPA required – 2.0 Maximum credits transferable – From community college, 72 hours; four-year school, 98 hours Items required for application – High school transcript, college transcript Note: Please refer to the Transfer students section for more specific information. International Students TOEFL test requirements – 500 or higher on the paper test; 173 or higher on the computer-based test; 61 or higher on the Internetbased test Note: Please refer to the International Students section for more specific information. HOUSING INFORMATION Housing types Women’s and men’s dorms Food services Cafeteria, Chick-fil-A, Internet Café, Hava Java, Deli, Green Cuisine Equipment/services in living areas Full kitchen for each dormitory, laundry facility in each dorm, lobby area with TV and study area, Internet, cable access and MicroFridge in all rooms. STUDENT LIFE Campus organizations Departmental, professional, religious and honor societies, student government, theatre/music Intramural sports Flag football, volleyball, basketball, soccer, ultimate Frisbee, dodgeball, kickball, table tennis, badminton, racquetball, chess, tennis and softball 114 OKLAHOMA’S COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES 2009-10 Collegiate sports Golden Eagle athletes participate in eight NCAA Division I men’s and women’s varsity sports – baseball, basketball, golf, tennis, volleyball, track, cross-country and soccer COSTS Tuition – $18,476 Academic service fees – $190 Mandatory fees – $440 Room and board – $7,916 Books and supplies – $1,600 Note: Costs are calculated for a freshman Oklahoma student carrying 15 hours in the fall and spring semesters. FINANCIAL AID Types of financial aid available – Scholarships, grants and loans Percentage of full-time freshmen who applied for aid – 85% Percentage who demonstrated need – 87% Percentage who demonstrated need and received aid – 99% Average financial aid package – $18,179 Application process – For all federal and state grants, students will complete the FAFSA. All applications for institutional grants and scholarships are available on our Web site. Application deadlines – No specific deadlines for financial aid. Certain deadlines apply for various scholarships. Visit finaid.oru.edu. CONTACT INFORMATION Oral Roberts University 7777 S. Lewis Ave. Tulsa, OK 74171 Phone – 918.495.6518 Toll Free – 800.678.8876 Fax – 918.495.6222 [email protected] www.oru.edu ST. GREGORY’S UNIVERSITY SHAWNEE GENERAL INFORMATION Type of Institution – Four-year university Other locations – Oklahoma City, Tulsa Support – Independent Enrollment – 709 Setting – Near major metropolitan area ACADEMIC INFORMATION Academic emphasis: Liberal arts Degree programs Associate Arts Bachelor’s Business Humanities (majors include Communication Studies, Dance, English, English Education (Secondary Level), History, Liberal Arts, Philosophy, Theatre, Visual Arts) Natural Science (majors include Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Conservation Biology, Exercise Science, Fitness and Health Promotion, Life Science/Biology Education (Secondary Level), Mathematics, Mathematics Education (Middle Level), Mathematics Education (Secondary Level)) Social Science (majors include Criminal Justice, Elementary Education, Political Science, Psychology, Social Science, Social Studies Education (Secondary Level)) Theology Master’s Management Class times offered – Daytime and evening Special programs – Partners in Learning program for students with learning differences, TRiO program for students from underrepresented backgrounds, internship program. Academic calendar: – Fall semester (August through December), spring Semester (January through May) and summer semester (oneand five-week programs) FACULTY INFORMATION Total faculty – 96 Full-time faculty – 32 Part-time faculty – 64 Student-faculty ratio – 9 to 1 Percent of faculty with advanced degrees – 99% Faculty involvement – Serve as academic advisers, available for academic assistance outside of class, supervise independent study experiences, active as sponsors of student organizations ADMISSIONS INFORMATION ACT/SAT requirements – 21 ACT or 990 SAT High school graduation – required, GED is accepted (Must meet two of the following three requirements) High school GPA – 2.75 Other high school requirements – Top half of graduating class Note: Please refer to the Admission Requirements section for more specific information. Application process – Submit completed application, non-refundable $25 application fee and a high school transcript containing cumulative GPA, class rank, graduation date and ACT/SAT score. Application deadline – N/A Transfer Students Minimum college GPA required – 2.0 Maximum credits transferable – 98 Items required for application – College transcript Note: Please refer to the Transfer section for more specific information. International Students TOEFL test requirements – 500 or higher (paper-based), 173 or higher (computer-based), or 61 or higher (Internet-based) Note: Please refer to the International Students section for more specific information. St. Gregory’s University, the oldest institution of higher learning in Oklahoma and the only Catholic university in the state, serves students in two colleges – the College of Arts and Sciences and the College for Working Adults. Students in the College of Arts and Sciences are provided with a solid foundation in the liberal arts through a common core curriculum, the heart of which is the four-semester “Tradition and Conversation” program, which offers students the opportunity to engage some of the greatest minds and discuss some of most influential texts of the Western and Catholic intellectual traditions in a seminar format. The College for Working Adults is located in three cities – Oklahoma City, Shawnee and Tulsa – and offers evening degree programs at the associate, bachelor’s and master’s levels. SGU’s overall mission is to promote the education of the whole person in the context of a Christian community in which students are encouraged to develop a love of learning and to live lives of balance, generosity and integrity. The university’s main campus is located in Shawnee, a city with a population of nearly 30,000. It is located 35 miles from Oklahoma City, 100 miles from Tulsa and 205 miles from Dallas. OKLAHOMA’S COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES 2009-10 115 ST. GREGORY’S UNIVERSITY - SHAWNEE HOUSING INFORMATION Housing types Women’s dorms, men’s dorms Food services Cafeteria, full-service grill Equipment/services in living areas Internet and telephone access in rooms. Student life facility features bookstore, recreation lounge, meeting rooms and areas for informal gatherings. Access to technology Two computer labs and campuswide wireless technology STUDENT LIFE Campus organizations Departmental, professional, religious, honor societies, student government, theatre, music, local fraternities and sororities Intramural sports Individual (billiards, table tennis, chess), team (basketball, dodgeball, volleyball, flag football, softball) Collegiate sports Men’s soccer, basketball and baseball Women’s soccer, basketball, volleyball and softball COSTS Tuition – $15,394 Mandatory fees – $900 Room and board – $6,404 Books and supplies – $900 Note: Costs are calculated for a freshman Oklahoma student carrying 15 hours in the fall and spring semesters. FINANCIAL AID Types of financial aid available – Scholarships, federal and state grants, work-study and loans Percentage of full-time freshmen who applied for aid – 78% Percentage who demonstrated need – 75% Percentage who demonstrated need and received aid – 100% Average financial aid package – $14,235 Application process – Complete FAFSA and institutional application Application deadlines – April 15 for best consideration 116 OKLAHOMA’S COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES 2009-10 CONTACT INFORMATION St. Gregory’s University Admissions Office 1900 W. MacArthur Street Shawnee, OK 74804 Phone – 888.784.7347 Fax – 405.878.5198 [email protected] www.stgregorys.edu SOUTHERN NAZARENE UNIVERSITY BETHANY GENERAL INFORMATION Type of institution – Four-year university Other locations – Tulsa Support – Independent (Church of the Nazarene) Enrollment – 2,069 Setting – Suburban residential ACADEMIC INFORMATION Academic emphasis – Liberal arts Degree programs Associate Athletic Coaching, Aviation-Business, Business, Communication Arts, General Studies, Personal Training Bachelor’s Accounting, American Studies, Athletic Training, AviationBusiness, Biological Physics, Biology, Biology-Chemistry, Business Administration, Chemistry, Children’s Ministry, Christian Education, Church Music, Computer Science, Early Childhood Education, Education - Liberal Studies, Elementary Education, English, English Education, Environmental Studies, Equine Business, Exercise Science, Finance, Graphic Design, History, History, Politics, & Geography, Human Relations, International Studies, Journalism - Broadcast, Journalism - Print,Kinesiology, Management, Management Information System, Marketing, Mass Communication/Journalism, Math Education, Mathematics, Missions, Music, Music Business, Music Education, Music Performance, Network Engineering, Nursing, Philosophy, Physical Education - Health & Safety K-12, Physics, Politics & Law, PreOccupational Therapy, Pre-Physical Therapy, Psychology, Science, Science Education, Social Studies Education, Sociology, Spanish, Spanish Education, Spanish-English Translation Studies, Speech Comm. Education, Speech Communication, Sport Enterprise, Sport Information, Sport Management, Sport Marketing, Theology & Ministry, Urban Ministry/Urban Studies, Youth Ministry Master’s Church Leadership Curriculum and Instruction Educational Leadership Marriage and Family Therapy Theology Counseling Psychology Management Nursing Education Nursing Leadership Master of Business Administration Master of Business Administration - Health Care Professional Studies Programs Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Family Studies & Gerontology, Network Management, Nursing, Organizational Leadership Class times offered – Daytime, evening, weekend Special programs – Online courses, honors program, off-campus study programs, international student program, teacher certification, College-Level Examination Programs Academic calendar – Fall semester (mid-Aug. to mid-Dec.), spring semester (mid-Jan. to mid-May), summer semester (mid-May to July) FACULTY INFORMATION Total faculty – 115 Full-time faculty – 74 Part-time faculty – 41 Student-faculty ratio – 15 to 1 Percent of faculty with advanced degrees – 70% Faculty involvement – Student advising; academic, social and service organization sponsorship; new student mentoring; undergraduate research ADMISSIONS INFORMATION ACT/SAT requirements – Full acceptance for 19 and above on ACT and/or equiv of 900 SAT; provisional acceptance with an 18 or below ACT or 890 SAT, pending committee approval High school graduation – Open admissions policy; GED accepted High school GPA – 2.5 High school curriculum requirements – CORE recommended Application process – Submit application form, $35 non-refundable application fee, admissions interview, high school transcript and SAT or ACT scores Note: Please refer to the Admission Requirements section for more specific information. Application deadlines – Contact Admissions Office Southern Nazarene University’s mission is to transform lives through higher education in Christ-centered community. As a Christian community of scholars, we model the hospitality of grace, the pursuit of truth and the practice of discipleship, all within the Wesleyan-holiness tradition, as we prepare graduates who think with clarity, act with integrity and serve with purpose. OKLAHOMA’S COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES 2009-10 117 SOUTHERN NAZARENE UNIVERSITY - BETHANY Transfer Students Minimum college GPA required – 2.0 Maximum credits transferable – 62 Items required for application – Contact Registrar’s Office Note: Please refer to the Transfer section for more specific information. International Students TOEFL test requirements – 500 for undergraduate studies; 550 for graduate studies Note: Please refer to the International Students section for more specific information. HOUSING INFORMATION Housing types Women’s and men’s residence halls, apartments and townhouses for upper-class women and men, married student housing Food services Commons building dining hall; all-you-can-eat dining between 7:15 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday. Storm Cellar: burgers, fries, pizza, calzones, sandwiches and salads. Pop’s Lounge: selection of premium brewed Starbucks coffee, teas, hot drinks, cold iced and blended beverage, gourmet desserts, muffins, cookies, brownies and cinnamon rolls Equipment/services in living areas Internet access; common areas with televisions; campus access to fitness center, gymnasium and pool Access to technology Campus wireless Internet access; Moodle course platform; remote access to library databases; laptops included for all undergraduate students STUDENT LIFE Campus organizations Honor societies, academic clubs, social groups, religious clubs, drama and musical groups, literary groups and political organizations Intramural sports Contact Leisure Services office Collegiate sports Men’s and women’s basketball, cross country, golf, indoor track, outdoor track and soccer; women’s softball, tennis and volleyball; men’s baseball and football Special student services Spiritual development and service opportunities COSTS Tuition – $17,040 Academic service fees – see course schedule Mandatory fees – $624 Room and board – $6,705 Books and supplies – $1,000 Note: Costs are calculated for a freshman Oklahoma student carrying 15 hours in the fall and spring semesters. FINANCIAL AID 118 OKLAHOMA’S COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES 2009-10 Types of financial aid available – Grants, scholarships and student loans Percentage of full-time freshmen who applied for aid – 91% Percentage who demonstrated need – 83% Percentage who demonstrated need and received aid – 98% Average financial aid package – $16,900; see also online scholarship estimator at www.snu.edu Application process – Contact Financial Assistance Office Application deadlines – Contact Financial Assistance Office; FAFSA deadline is April 15 for best consideration for all other scholarships, grants and loan deadlines Contact information for Financial Aid Office: Diana Lee, Director Southern Nazarene University Phone – 405.491.6310 Toll free – 800.648.9899 Fax – 405.717.6271 [email protected] CONTACT INFORMATION Todd Brant Admissions Office Southern Nazarene University 6729 N.W. 39th Expressway Bethany, OK 73008 Phone – 405.491.6324 Toll Free – 800.648.9899 Fax – 405.491.6320 [email protected] www.snu.edu SOUTHWESTERN CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY BETHANY GENERAL INFORMATION Type of institution – Christian Liberal Arts Support – Private Enrollment – 350 Setting – Suburban ACADEMIC INFORMATION Academic emphasis – Biblical worldview synthesized through several bachelor’s majors and Master of Ministry emphasis Degree programs Pastoral Ministry, Youth Ministry, Missions, Church Music, Music Performance, Human and Family Services, Youth and Family Services, Behavioral Science, Biblical Studies, Biblical Leadership, Non-profit Organizational Leadership, Business Leadership, Religion, English, Business Administration, Master of Ministry Class times offered – Day and evening Special programs – Adult Degree Completion Program, Thursday evening Master of Ministry Program Academic calendar – Semester FACULTY INFORMATION Total faculty – 50 Full-time faculty – 10 Part-time faculty – 40 Student-faculty ratio – 15 to 1 Percent of faculty with advanced degrees – 50% Faculty involvement – Supervise individual studies, sponsor campus organizations, serve on committees, supervise internship, lead ministry programs and participate in the Speaker’s Bureau ADMISSIONS INFORMATION ACT/SAT requirements – 19 ACT / 1350 SAT High school graduation – GED is accepted High school GPA – 2.5 Note: Please refer to the Admission Requirements section for more specific information. Application process – Submit completed application (available online) and a high school transcript containing cumulative GPA, class rank, graduation date and ACT/SAT score Application deadlines – Rolling admissions Transfer Students Minimum college GPA required – 2.0 Maximum credits transferable – At the discretion of the Vice president for academic affairs Items required for application – Completed application (available online) and official transcipts from all previous colleges attended Note: Please refer to the Transfer section for more specific information. International Students TOEFL test requirements – 500 PBT or 173 CBT Note: Please refer to the International Students section for more specific information. HOUSING INFORMATION Housing types Traditional, suite-style residential halls for men and women Food services Traditional cafeteria Equipment/services in living areas Wellness center, laundry facilities, Internet and phone access in rooms Access to technology Campuswide wireless Internet service, technology center in library STUDENT LIFE Campus organizations Honor societies, departmental, professional, religious, student government, theater, music and social Intramural sports Many intramural sports and activities Collegiate sports NCCAA, Division 2A men’s basketball, women’s basketball, men’s soccer, women’s volleyball, track, golf and cheerleading Special student services Veterans, International, financial, ROTC, counseling and diagnostic Southwestern Christian University is located in Bethany on 11 wooded acres next to the beautiful Eldon Lyon Park. Founded in 1946, SCU strives to equip students with a Christ-centered education which will empower them for a lifelong calling of learning, leadership and service. This education, which integrates faith, learning and living, shaped by our holiness-Pentecostal-charismatic tradition, will prepare graduates to excel within their selected careers and communities and to positively influence their world for Jesus Christ. OKLAHOMA’S COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES 2009-10 119 SOUTHWESTERN CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY - BETHANY COSTS Tuition – $10,500 Academic service fees –$25/hour directed study fee, $25/hour applied music fee Mandatory fees –$100 room deposit, $200 international application fee, $40 athletic fee, $100 tech fee Room and board –$4,200-$5,000 ($400 private room charge) Books and supplies – $1,000 Note: Costs are calculated for a freshman Oklahoma student carrying 15 hours in the fall and spring semesters. FINANCIAL AID Types of financial aid available –VA, Vocational Rehabilitation, Native America, state and federal aid, scholarships and loans Percentage of full-time freshmen who applied for aid – 98% Percentage who demonstrated need – 90% Percentage who demonstrated need and received aid – 90% Average financial aid package – $10,000 Application process – Complete FAFSA and application Application deadlines – Priority date of April 15 CONTACT INFORMATION SCU Admissions 7210 N.W. 39th Expressway Bethany, OK 73008 Phone – 405.789.7661 Toll Free – 888.418.9272 [email protected] www.swcu.edu 120 OKLAHOMA’S COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES 2009-10 THE UNIVERSITY OF TULSA TULSA GENERAL INFORMATION Type of institution – Four-year university Support – Private Enrollment – 4,165 Setting – Urban ACADEMIC INFORMATION Academic emphasis – Engineering, liberal arts, business and law Degree programs Bachelor’s Arts, Business, Music and Science Accounting, Anthropology, Applied Mathematics, Art, Art History, Arts Management, Athletic Training, Biochemistry, Biogeosciences, Biological Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Communication, Computer Science, Deaf Education, Earth and Environmental Science, Economics, Education, Electrical Engineering, Energy Management, Engineering Physics, English, Environmental Policy, Exercise and Sports Science, Film Studies, Finance, French, Geology, German, History, Information Systems Technology, International Business and Languages, Management, Management Information Systems, Marketing, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Music, Musical Theatre, Nursing, Organizational Studies, Petroleum Engineering, Philosophy, Physics, Political Science, Psychology, Religion, Russian Studies, Sociology, Spanish, Speech-Language Pathology, Theatre Master’s Anthropology, Applied Mathematics, Art, Biological Science, Business Administration, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Clinical Psychology, Computer Science, Education, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics, English Language & Literature, Finance, Geosciences, History, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Petroleum Engineering, Physics, Speech-Language Pathology, Taxation Doctorate Biology, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Clinical Psychology, Computer Science, English Language & Literature, Geosciences, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Petroleum Engineering Juris Doctor JD and joint degrees including JD/Master of Arts, JD/Master of Science and JD/Master of Business Administration Master of Law LL.M. offered in American Indian and Indigenous Law or American Law for Foreign Graduates Class times offered – Daytime and evening Special programs – Honors, Tulsa Undergraduate Research Challenge, Cyber Corps, Five-Year Combined Bachelor’s and MBA, Business and International Business and Language, Study Abroad Academic calendar – Fall semester (August through mid-December), spring semester (January to early May) summer sessions (three sessions – two five-week sessions; one seven-week session) FACULTY INFORMATION Total faculty – 380 Full-time faculty – 309 Part-time faculty – 71 Student-faculty ratio – 10 to 1 Percent of faculty with advanced degrees – 96% Faculty involvement – Supervise independent study, research and advise students ADMISSIONS INFORMATION ACT/SAT requirements – No minimum, average for 2008 entering freshmen was 28 ACT, 1250 SAT High school graduation – Required, GED is accepted High school GPA – No minimum, average for 2008 entering freshmen was 3.7 High school curriculum requirements English – 4 units, Social Studies – 3-4 units, Math – 3-4 units, Lab Science – 3-4 units, Foreign Language – 2-4 units, Fine Arts & Humanities — 1 unit Computer competency is expected. Note: Please refer to Admission Requirements section for more specific information. Application process – The final official high school transcript or GED must be sent directly from the high school or GED-testing agency to the Office of Admission. Applicants must submit completed application either online or via traditional form or the Common Application in lieu of its own form and a nonrefundable, one-time processing fee of $35. Application deadlines – Rolling admission policy, completed application files reviewed as they are received and applicants notified of the admission decision on an ongoing basis The University of Tulsa, ranked among the Top 100 universities by U.S. News & World Report, provides educational opportunities to more than 4,100 students in the colleges of arts and sciences, business, engineering and natural sciences and law. Students from across the nation and more than 60 countries enjoy TU’s personalized attention, small class sizes and low student-faculty ratio. OKLAHOMA’S COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES 2009-10 121 THE UNIVERSITY OF TULSA - TULSA Transfer Students COSTS Minimum college GPA required – 2.5 Maximum credits transferable – Last 45 hours of course work must be completed in residence at TU Items required for application – Application form (TU or Common Application), $35 nonrefundable fee, official transcripts and/or GED scores mailed to the Office of Admission from the high school or GED-testing agency and each accredited college attended. Note: Please refer to Transfer section for more specific information. FINANCIAL AID International Students TOEFL test requirements – 500 or higher on the paper-based test or 173 or higher on the computer-based test Note: Please refer to International Students section for more specific information. HOUSING INFORMATION Housing types On-campus apartments, separate men’s and women’s or coed residence halls, Greek housing Food services Venues in the Allen Chapman Activity Center and Twin Towers, Starbucks and Carrellos coffee shops on campus Equipment/services in living areas Wireless campus, each room has expanded basic cable and Internet access Access to technology Two main computer labs, one open lab and one reserved for academic instruction. Additional labs located in various buildings on campus. Access on the computers may vary by class/college. STUDENT LIFE Campus organizations 160 pre-professional, honorary, special-interest and social groups on campus. Intramural sports Bowling, badminton, 2-pitch softball, flag football, tennis singles, tennis doubles, 1-on-1, 2-on-2 and 3-on-3 basketball, 8-ball pool, pong, darts, dodgeball, volleyball, spades, soccer tournament, stickball tournament, table tennis singles, sand volleyball doubles, softball, Frisbee golf, ultimate Frisbee, championship golf doubles, putt putt and golf Collegiate sports Men’s basketball, cross-country, football, golf, soccer, tennis, track and field women’s basketball, cross country, golf, rowing, soccer, softball, tennis, track and field and volleyball Special student services Center for Student Academic Support 122 Tuition – $26,722 Academic service fees – $425 (one-time Student Services fee) Mandatory fees – $180 Room and board – $8,544 Books and supplies – $1,200 Note: Costs are calculated for a freshman Oklahoma student carrying 15 hours in the fall and spring semesters. OKLAHOMA’S COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES 2009-10 Types of financial aid available – scholarships, federal grants and loans Percentage of full-time freshmen who applied for aid – 91% Percentage who demonstrated need – 44% Percentage who demonstrated need and received aid – 100% Average financial aid package – $19,303 Application process – Complete FAFSA and fill out the TU Financial Aid Application Application deadline – May 1 CONTACT INFORMATION The University of Tulsa Office of Admission 800 South Tucker Dr. Tulsa, OK 74104-9700 Phone – 918.631.2307 Toll Free – 800.331.3050 Fax – 918.631.5003 [email protected] www.utulsa.edu