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Colleges / Oklahoma Christian University

Oklahoma Christian University

Oklahoma City, OK 4-Year Private
Acceptance Rate61%
Acceptance Rate61%

OC Admissions

If you are applying to OC, the application fee costs $25.

OC Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of OC's admissions stats.

OC 2022 Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA 3.6
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class 13.3%
Admissions Test Policy Not optional and are considered
Applicants Who Submit SATs 26%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs 86%
Waitlist No

Oklahoma Christian University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Oklahoma Christian University.

Application Type Offered Application Deadline Notification Deadline
Early Decision I No –– ––
Early Decision II –– –– ––
Early Action No –– ––

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OC does not offer early decision or early action.

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How To Get Into Oklahoma Christian University

OC is a moderately difficult school to get into. OC evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2021, OC accepted 61% of students, approximately 1,338 of the 2,186 students who applied.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like OC, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to Oklahoma Christian University

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to OC

OC has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into OC?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are are most important in the admissions process. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that put the most emphasis on the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at OC

What does OC consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor Level
Academic GPA Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities Very Important
Standardized Test Scores Very Important
Class Rank Important
Extracurricular Activities Important
Religious Affiliation/Commitment Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record Important
Talent/Ability Important
First Generation Considered
Interview Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status Considered
Volunteer Work Considered

Make sure to check with OC for more information on admission factors.

OC 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to OC, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with OC's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area Required Recommended Required for Some Details (If Any)
Interview
Transcript of High School Record

GPA and Testing


What GPA Do I Need To Get Into OC?

Students admitted to OC have an average unweighted GPA of 3.6.

Out of all students that were admitted, 4.1% submitted a class rank. At OC 13.3% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 33.3% were in the top 25% and 53.3% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Oklahoma Christian University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA Percent of Students
4.0 GPA 17%
3.75 and 3.99 35%
3.50 and 3.74 19%
3.25 and 3.49 12%
3.00 and 3.24 8%
2.50 and 2.9 8%
2.00 and 2.49 1%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to OC directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

OC looks at standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

OC does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 26% of OC's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 86% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for OC?

What is a Good ACT Score for OC?

To be most competitive at OC, you should strive to earn between 20 and 27 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 27 means you fall in the 75th percentile for OC's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 27, and three out of four students scored lower than 27 on the ACT.

A 20 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for OC students. Only one out of every four students scored below 20.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to Oklahoma Christian University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to OC. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in OC during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term


OC Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to OC?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to OC.

Does OC accept transfer credits?

✅ OC accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions.

Does OC accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ OC accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to OC?

✅ OC is not test optional. You must submit test scores as part of the application.

What is OC's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for OC is 61%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at OC?

❌ OC does not offer early decision.

Want To Learn More About OC?

To learn more about OC, choose from the options below:

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OC Admissions Requirements

Admission Difficulty

Somewhat Selective

61%

How hard is it to get into OC? OC is a somewhat selective institution. The OC acceptance rate is 61%. This means that the institution accepts 61 out of every 100 applicants.

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OC Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Continuous processing

Transfer Applications are Due

Continuous processing

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to OC is Continuous processing.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to OC is Continuous processing.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

OC ACT Scores

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ACT Range

20 - 27

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

ACT Score

Estimated Chance

27 and Above

Good

20 to 27

Avg

20 and Less

Low

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OC SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

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Math SAT Range

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Reading SAT Range

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OC GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

3.62

GPA Needed to Get Accepted

At OC, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.62. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

2,017

Campus Setting

Suburban

Acceptance Rate

61%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$25,090

Out-of-State

$25,090

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Continuous processing
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