The University of Oklahoma

There’s only one Oklahoma

Since 1890, the University of Oklahoma has served as the state's flagship institution and a beacon of discovery and discourse. As an epicenter for statewide, national, and international excellence, our students learn from top industry leaders and put what they learn back into their communities and careers. OU is a pacesetter for public higher education, offering 170+ majors and earning the Carnegie Institution’s Very High Research Activity classification. We challenge perspectives and empower possibilities, encouraging our students to lead on for a brighter OU and broader horizon. Discover what you are searching for at OU—your passion, your path, and yourself.

Academics
With over 170 majors to choose from—many ranked among the best in the nation—students can find the perfect path while embracing academic and personal growth. OU is the largest research institution in the state of Oklahoma, with more than 575 endowed faculty members who are committed to providing students with a dynamic, real-world, hands-on learning experience.

As a member of the Southeastern Conference, it's not just about sports—it's about academic excellence reaching new heights. As part of the SEC, OU’s life-changing purpose attracts the brightest minds to some of the nation’s top-ranked programs. Students are encouraged to explore an intellectual environment beyond the Norman campus with the option to study abroad through 100+ programs in 50+ countries. OU also has study centers in Arezzo, Italy, and Puebla, Mexico.

Student life
As part of the University's vibrant campus life, OU offers dynamic ways for students to get involved. Students can explore passions and interests through any of the 500+ student organizations or spend an afternoon cheering on OU’s athletic teams, including the winningest program in the modern era of college football. OU’s Greek Life is another way to connect with peers, with more than 55 active chapters and 30% of OU students participating in the Fraternity and Sorority community.

Norman and OKC
Like OU, Norman and Oklahoma City offer the best of both worlds—a small-town community and big-city resources. As the third-largest city in Oklahoma, Norman is not only a vibrant college hub but also home to a close-knit community that welcomes and supports the university and OU students. Additionally, just a 30-minute drive from campus is Oklahoma City, a major metropolitan area that delivers varied entertainment, a strong job market, and industry success and opportunity. Along with an international airport, OKC is home to OU Health Sciences and offers students one of only a few comprehensive health centers in the nation with seven health professional colleges.