Oklahoma State University–Oklahoma City

Oklahoma State University–Oklahoma City (OSU-OKC) is a public university in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. It is part of the Oklahoma State University System. Founded in 1961 as a branch of Oklahoma State University–Stillwater, its name changed from Oklahoma State University Technical Institute to its current designation in 1990. The school offers more than 40 degrees and/or certificates. Classes are held weekdays and weeknights, on-campus, online and hybrid, with intersession courses available. The university is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

Oklahoma State University–Oklahoma City
TypePublic
Established1961
PresidentDr. Brad Williams
Location
Oklahoma City
,
Oklahoma
,
United States
CampusUrban, 110 acres (0.45 km2)
ColorsOrange & Black   
Websitewww.osuokc.edu

Academics

OSU-OKC offers:

  • Bachelor of Technology degree program
  • Associate in applied science degree programs
  • Associate in science degree programs
  • Certificate programs
  • Cooperative agreement programs
  • General education programs
  • Computer industry certifications
  • Developmental education classes

Community leaders and professionals serve on advisory committees for each campus division, providing input on workforce changes.

The academic divisions are:

  • Agriculture Technologies & Business Administration
  • Health Sciences
  • Human Services
  • Initial College Studies
  • Liberal Arts
  • Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM)

Student life
OSU-OKC students gather for free food, giveaways and fun during the tri-annual pre-semester Howdy Week event.
OSU-OKC students get together for a quick picture during a scholarship luncheon.

The Office of Student Development’s mission is to enhance student success by offering a wide range of opportunities to develop socially, personally and professionally through an enhanced collegiate experience.[1]

The Staff at OSU-OKC is dedicated to help students reach their education goals.

Advisement

OSU-OKC’s Advisement Center is a highly personalized approach to academic advisement, which reflects OSU-OKC’s student-centered philosophy].

Financial Aid and Scholarships

The Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships operates to provide OSU-OKC students with a means of financing their educational goals.

Services to Students with Disabilities

OSU-OKC is committed to providing educational opportunities and support services to students with disabilities based upon the documentation of a disability covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008. OSU-OKC is committed to providing full access to students pursuing their educational and career goals.

Service Learning

Service learning at OSU-OKC is an educational opportunity that allows the students to apply classroom learning within the community in which they go to school, work and/or live. Students conduct a service learning project with the approval and guidance of their class instructor. The service learning project may or may not be required as part of the student’s grade, depending upon the instructor’s discretion.

To assist with service learning involvement, Services Learning Fairs are held each fall and spring semester on campus. Volunteer agencies attend this event to provide information the opportunities available and to assist students with signing up.

Center for Safety and Emergency Preparedness
OSU-OKC's SkidSUV.

CSEP provides broad based training in the areas of safety, emergency preparedness and precision driver training.

References
  1. "OSU-OKC Student Development". www.osuokc.edu. Retrieved 2016-04-19.

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