Oklahoma Christian University (OC) โ Organization Profile
Oklahoma Christian University (OC) is a private Christian university rooted in the churches of Christ, with its main campus at 2501 E. Memorial Road in Edmond, Oklahoma, on the north side of the Oklahoma City metro area. Founded in 1950 as Central Christian College in Bartlesville, OC has developed into a four-year university serving more than 2,000 students while maintaining an identity shaped by Christian conviction and community expectations.
OCโs mission is to educate, mentor and inspire learners to fulfill their God-given potential, and the universityโs stated vision is to become a distinctly Christian Kingdom University that pairs quality academics with a โKingdom culture.โ That framing influences how OC talks about student formation: academic preparation is meant to be connected to faith, character, and service, with a campus covenant and statement of beliefs that describe the universityโs biblical foundations and commitments.
Academically, OC offers undergraduate and graduate study across multiple colleges and disciplines, with pathways that prepare students for professions such as business, education, computer science, and engineering, along with many other majors. The university emphasizes a student experience that includes mentoring, career development support, and spiritual life programming as part of campus rhythms. Prospective students can explore admissions routes for undergraduate, graduate, and international study and connect with counselors for application guidance and campus visits.
OC also highlights a broader geographic reach beyond its home campus. The university profile notes a commitment to learning opportunities worldwide through study abroad and through its presence in Rwanda. Specifically, OC offers its MBA program in Kigali, Rwanda in partnership with the Rwandan Ministry of Education, positioning that program as part of its global academic engagement and leadership development efforts.
Engagement with Oklahoma Christian University happens in several practical ways. Students and families can request information, schedule visits, and apply through OCโs admissions resources. Alumni and friends can stay connected through university news and events. Supporters who want to strengthen OCโs mission can give through the universityโs giving pages, including options that fund scholarships, academic priorities, and campus needs.
Key Links
- Website: https://www.oc.edu/
- Mission Statement & Covenant: https://www.oc.edu/about/history/oc-covenant
- University Profile: https://www.oc.edu/about/university-profile
- Academics (Colleges): https://www.oc.edu/academics/colleges
- Admissions: https://www.oc.edu/admissions/
- The President: https://www.oc.edu/about/president
- Give: https://www.oc.edu/give/
- Donate Portal: https://give.oc.edu/
- Social Media Hub: https://www.oc.edu/social
- Athletics: https://oceagles.com/
Contact Information
- Email: in**@**.edu
- Email: ad********@**.edu
- Phone: 405-425-5000
- Phone: 800-877-5010
- Mailing address: 2501 E. Memorial Road, Edmond, OK 73013
Socials
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/oklahomachristian
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ok_christian/
- X: https://x.com/okchristian
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/oklahomachristian
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/school/oklahoma-christian-university/
Leadership
- Dr. L. Ken Jones โ President
- Brian Starr โ Provost / Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs
- John Hermes โ Senior Vice President for Administration
- Jennifer Ray โ Senior Vice President for Finance / CFO
- Chris Young โ Senior Vice President for Advancement and Athletics
- Neil Arter โ Vice President for Student Life / Dean of Students
