THE UNIVERSITY OF TULSA EST. 1894
WELCOME TO THE UNIVERSITY OF TULSA!
At The University of Tulsa, you join a cadre of high-achieving students who recognize the value of attending a university where the president, provost, and professors know both your name and the value of your scholarly work.
The University of Tulsa has a storied history as one of the world’s best educational institutions for the cyber, energy, engineering, and health care industries as well as natural and social sciences with state-of-the-art equipment and facilities. The university also boasts acclaimed arts and humanities programs as well as a business school that nurtures innovation and entrepreneurship even at the undergraduate level.
Attending a close-knit private university creates bonds with expert faculty and well-connected alumni who can propel students into prestigious graduate programs and highly sought career opportunities.
Whether you’re considering The University of Tulsa from down the street or around the world, I would like to personally invite you to visit our beautiful, 209-acre campus adjacent to downtown Tulsa, a thriving midsize city filled with arts and culture.
BRAD R. CARSON President
The University of Tulsa
GET READY TO
THRIVE THRIVE
Being part of the Golden Hurricane family means you don’t have to go it alone. From admission counselors and peer mentors to career coaches and residential life staff, we’ve got you covered. Our engaged faculty members shepherd students in the classroom, and our wellness professionals look out for your physical, emotional, and financial health. As our alma mater says, The University of Tulsa is “Loyal, Always True.”
Students
Total enrollment: 3,561
Undergraduate enrollment: 2,487
Graduate & law school enrollment: 1,074
International: 10%
Multicultural: 40%
Academics
Undergraduate colleges: 5
Majors: 67
Minors: 35
Student/faculty ratio: 9:1
Average class size: 13
Full-time faculty: 300
Kendall College of Arts & Sciences
The University of Tulsa’s Kendall College of Arts & Sciences provides the best of two worlds: the benefits of a liberal arts college embedded in a top research university. Whether in the fine and performing arts, languages, humanities, media, social and behavioral sciences, or interdisciplinary studies, students collaborate with their peers and award-winning professors to put their passions into practice. Within our close-knit community on campus and off, students learn to solve today’s problems and meet future challenges.
PROGRAMS OF STUDY • UTULSA.EDU/PROGRAMS
Advertising*
African American Studies*
Anthropology
Art & Graphic Design
Art History
Arts, Culture & Entertainment
Management
Chinese*
Classical Studies**
Economics
Education
Elementary Education
English & Creative
Writing
Environmental Policy
Film Scoring †
Film Studies
French
German
Historical Trauma & Transformation*
History
Instrumental Performance
International Engineering & Language (dual)
International Science & Language (dual)
Law (accelerated)
Law, Policy & Social Justice* (College of Law)
Media Studies
Medieval and Early
Modern Studies*
Museum Studies*
Music
Music Composition
Music Education
Organizational Studies
Philosophy & Religion
Piano Performance
Political Science
Psychology
Russian*
Sociology
Spanish
STEM Education*
Women’s & Gender Studies
Vocal Performance
*minor only
**certificate only
† emphasis
ADRIAN MELTON hit the ground running as a psychology student with her studies in historical trauma. She credits her “amazing mentors” Professor Lisa Cromer in the Psychology Department and Professor Kristen Oertel in the History Department with helping her realize her dream of doing interdisciplinary research as an undergrad. “The possibilities are endless here at UTulsa, and I never would have imagined a small-town girl like me would graduate college at 20 years old and immediately go on to a Ph.D. program in clinical psychology.”
collins College of business
The University of Tulsa’s Collins College of Business faculty offers a personalized, transformative curriculum that prepares the next generation of leaders in an atmosphere that’s as inclusive as it is academically challenging. Students experience real-world scenarios that utilize local and global connections to a diverse network of companies and leaders. University of Tulsa alumni are executives at Fortune 500 companies, founders of their own ventures, and change agents within organizations large and small. Tulsa means business.
PROGRAMS OF STUDY • UTULSA.EDU/PROGRAMS
Accounting
Business Administration*
Business Analytics*
Business Information Systems
Business & Law (accelerated)
Economics
Energy Management
Finance
Innovation & Entrepreneurship*
International Business*
International Business & Language
Management
Marketing
Real Estate*
Sport Management*
* minor only
LAUREN AGPOON appreciated transferring classroom knowledge to the business world from Day One. “I learned about financial derivatives in Futures and Options, applied financial theory in the $7 million Student Investment Fund, and analyzed the impact of regulatory policies in Resources and Environmental Economics.”
College of Engineering & Computer Science
The University of Tulsa’s College of Engineering & Computer Science combines the development of creativity and ingenuity with a modern, elite education to prepare graduates for successful, enduring careers in domestic and international markets. Professors are world-class mentors, eager to share industry insight and connect students with experiential learning opportunities. Students are invited to join groundbreaking research, encouraged to serve the off-campus community, and shaped into well-rounded, ethically informed leaders.
PROGRAMS OF STUDY • UTULSA.EDU/PROGRAMS
Applied Design Thinking*
Applied Mathematics
Bioinformatics*
Biomedical Engineering*
Chemical Engineering
Computational Sciences*
Computer Engineering
Computer Science
Computer Simulation & Gaming
Cyber Security
Cyber Studies
Data Science
Electrical Engineering
Energy*
Energy Transition*
General Engineering*
High Performance Computing*
International Engineering & Language (dual)
Mathematics
Mechanical Engineering
Petroleum Engineering
* minor only
Computer science major JULIAN ABHARI created an app called Skin-Check. Julian’s invention uses artificial intelligence to scan and compare potentially cancerous or suspicious moles with the aim of detecting skin cancer early and reducing the number of related deaths.
Oxley College of Health & Natural Sciences
The University of Tulsa’s Oxley College of Health & Natural Sciences values interdisciplinary study and experiential learning. Students and faculty collaborate with colleagues in other academic units within the college and across the university in research, coursework, and hands-on opportunities. Students are encouraged to work in labs, pursue internships, and personalize their college experience. Undergraduates are often accepted at top-tier medical schools and other advanced health care programs thanks to the mentorship of UTulsa’s well-connected professors.
PROGRAMS OF STUDY • UTULSA.EDU/PROGRAMS
Athletic Training (accelerated)
Biochemistry
Biology
Cannabis Studies*
Chemistry
Coaching*
Early Intervention*
Engineering Physics
Exercise & Sports Science
Geosciences
Health Sciences*
International Science & Language
Neuroscience*
Nursing
Physics
Pre-Med
Pre-Health
Public Health*
Speech-Language Pathology
* minor only
Exercise and sports science student GREYSEE FLOYD and mechanical engineering student
MARK GEISZ pursued a cutting-edge project designed to reduce the risk of balance-related injuries for military personnel. Under the supervision of Associate Professor of Athletic Training/ Exercise Sports Roger Kollock, they worked with subjects who performed a series of jumps and landings while wearing tactical gear, then measured their balance recovery.
honors College
The Honors College offers academically gifted and motivated students an exceptional and accelerated liberal arts curriculum, focused on the study of classic texts, in a vibrant intellectual community that fosters friendship, growth in excellent habits of mind and character, and service to the common good.
Honors students ask one another big questions at the heart of human existence, such as: What are truth, beauty, and goodness? What makes a good human being and citizen? At the heart of the Honors core curriculum, these questions serve as a foundation for a student’s coursework within their major. To graduate with Honors, students complete the Honors curriculum, defend an Honors thesis or project, and participate in community service.
HONORS COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP
Honors College students receive a $2,000 scholarship that is renewable every year, depending on continued eligibility.
CAMPBELL ECKHARDT credits his research success at The University of Tulsa to a nurturing environment, from admission to leadership — including President Brad Carson and Honors College Dean Jennifer Frey. His involvement spans from the Honors College Student Advisory Board to Early Careers in Medicine, alongside significant biochemistry lab work, aiming for a future in chemical biology and drug discovery from natural sources.
EMBARK ON
RESEARCH RESEARCH
Undergraduate research is a way of life in our high-tech labs and classrooms, where faculty members know your name and offer a guiding hand. University of Tulsa research isn’t limited to science or engineering; it’s encouraged among literature scholars and future CEOs.
In addition to UTulsa’s well-equipped labs, many of our research projects have evolved into centers and institutes, such as the Oklahoma Cyber Innovation Institute and Oklahoma Center for the Humanities, where researchers engage in theoretical and practical, in-depth, and long-term study. Discovery is a lifelong pursuit at the heart of what we do at TU.
Reema Moussa, chemistry
Between her second and third years, biology major Reema Moussa began working in a chemistry/biochemistry lab through Tulsa Undergraduate Research Challenge. “The research took a commonly used Alzheimer’s drug and altered it slightly to target brain cancer cells. The best part was that the compounds we developed in the lab killed brain cancer cells at a significant rate. That was just such an amazing experience because this could lead to medicine that will target those brain cancer cells while not harming healthy human cells.”
Andrew Gray, math and history
Andrew Gray examined the intersection of poverty and research and development across several countries. “Thanks to the TU Scholars program, I learned how to complete research and projects that combined my majors in applied mathematics and history as well as minors in economics and general engineering. I completed a research paper that had policy implications on how to help both the middle class and people in poverty. I was also able to tie it to my future law career.”
STUDY
ABROAD ABROAD
There is a lot to see beyond campus, and The University of Tulsa offers students an exceptional foundation that provides the knowledge and confidence necessary to travel to new lands and find value in cultures unlike their own. College is about making connections and expanding your heart and mind. At UTulsa, we are experts in supporting your journey — wherever it leads.
JUMPSTART TU
JumpstartTU is a one-week international experience held the summer before first year that is integrated with your First-Year Experience course (FYE-1001) and designed to serve as an introduction to UTulsa’s academic and campus life through a transformative, intensive program abroad.
KEY FACTS
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Provider Programs: The University of Tulsa affiliates with program providers, offering academic programs for U.S. students worldwide that include collaborations with local institutions, homestay programs, and cultural excursions. 24 12
Exchange Partner Universities: While enrolled at The University of Tulsa, students can spend a semester, year, or summer at the host institution, taking classes alongside local students in the local language or English.
Direct Enroll Study Abroad Programs: The University of Tulsa selects specific universities for students based on academic offerings, location, and compatibility with UTulsa’s curriculum.
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Travel Courses: The University of Tulsa offers J-term, spring, or fall courses that incorporate a group trip, allowing students to travel with faculty for one to three weeks to further explore their coursework.
Current Partnerships/Activities: The University of Tulsa actively cultivates global partnerships, fostering opportunities for expanded global learning and advancing collaborative research and teaching initiatives.
96 programs in more than 54 countries
Multi-Country Exchange Program Consortia
Memberships: The University of Tulsa is a member of two multi-country program consortia, allowing students to enroll in any of the universities within a consortium. The University of Tulsa also hosts students from member institutions.
SUPPORT SUPPORT
Peer mentors serve as guides and catalysts for new students. They bring a wide range of knowledge about campus organizations, co-curricular activities, cultural encounters, and academic excellence.
New students meet their peer mentors over the summer via email, texts, GroupMe, or Zoom. Those same peer mentors host UTulsa’s threeday orientation before classes begin in August and are then embedded with first-year students each week. Peer mentors stay in touch with new students throughout their first year of college to answer questions, connect them with resources, and offer friendly guidance through the challenges of the college transition.
At UTulsa, students are matched with success coaches who assist them in an academic advisor capacity in choosing their degree path and enrolling in courses. Success coaches also identify barriers that could hinder students’ success and then develop action plans that provide accountability to enhance their University of Tulsa experience.
WORLD WORLD PREPARE FOR THE
The TU Scholars Program combines two or more areas of academic focus, uniting the deep thought and humanistic inquiry of the liberal arts with strong technical, clinical, or professional skills. The TU Scholar experience prepares students for a broad range of careers and develops the cognitive flexibility required to adapt to a changing global environment.
Students who are interested in adding the TU Scholar experience to their academic journey should consult their student success coach.
WHY BECOME A TU SCHOLAR?
• Student-centered interdisciplinary collaboration
• Intellectual and social community
• Better career outcomes
Addressing complex issues requires critical thinking and interdisciplinary problem-solving. The TU Scholars program is designed to create a learning environment where students think beyond their chosen fields of study and approach real-world problems with unique and dynamic perspectives that allow for outside-the-box innovation.
— RACHEL HILDEBRAND OXLEY COLLEGE OF HEALTH & NATURAL SCIENCES
WEBSITE
For more information, visit utulsa.edu/TU-scholars
ENJOY
CAMPUS LIVING CAMPUS LIVING
Daily life on UTulsa’s beautifully manicured, 209-acre campus offers a balance of focus, friendships, and fun. Students living in one of five residence halls or six apartment villages benefit from the convenience of close proximity to classes, dining, fitness and student events, and activities. With more than 150 student organizations ranging from intramural sports leagues to professional or cultural clubs and social or Greek service organizations, you belong at The University of Tulsa.
THE VIDEO to learn more about residence life.
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GREEK GREEK
UTulsa has a vibrant Greek life community. Participation in a sorority or fraternity provides the opportunity to develop socially and academically through organizational skills, philanthropy, and personal relationships. Collaboration, cooperation, and connections are hallmarks of a great sorority and fraternity community.
UTulsa has two National Pan-Hellenic Council sororities and fraternities, six National Panhellenic Conference sororities, six North American Interfraternity Conference fraternities, and one Independent Greek Council fraternity. Our chapters stress the importance of living up to the values and standards set by their founding members.
Sororities
Alpha Kappa Alpha
Chi Omega
Delta Delta Delta
Delta Gamma
Delta Sigma Theta
Kappa Alpha Theta
Kappa Delta
Kappa Kappa Gamma
Fraternities
Kappa Alpha
Kappa Alpha Psi
Kappa Sigma
Lambda Chi Alpha
Omega Psi Phi
Pi
Kappa Alpha
Sigma Chi
Sigma Nu WATCH THE VIDEO to learn more about UTulsa Greek life.
INVOLVED INVOLVED GET
The University of Tulsa’s student organizations cover a wide array of interests and provide students with opportunities to connect with likeminded peers, develop leadership skills, and contribute to the university’s diverse cultural and academic landscape. From academic and professional groups to cultural and recreational clubs, students have many options to enhance their college experience and create lasting friendships.
Some of these groups include:
• Asian American Student Association (AASA)
• Association of Black Collegians (ABC)
• Association of International Students (AIS)
• Badminton Club
• Engineers Without Borders (EWB)
• Esports Club
• Exercise and Sport Science Club (ExSS)
• LANbrew
• Make A Difference Engineering at TU (MADE at TU)
WEBSITE
For an up-to-date list, visit utulsa.edu/student-organizations
• National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE)
• Order of Omega
• Pride at TU
• Psychology Club
• Reformed University Fellowship
• Student Finance Association
• Society of Women Engineers (SWE)
• TEDx University of Tulsa
• TU Men’s Soccer Club
• TU Student Veterans Association
17 NCAA Division I sports
campus traditions
international festivals
canine ambassador
community service
TULSA TULSA DISCOVER
Tulsa begins with TU. The Tulsa Arts District and Blue Dome District feature a high-energy environment with concert venues and energetic nightlife. The Gathering Place and River Parks provide space to run, bike, and hike. The Pearl District and Cherry Street are home to funky coffee houses and record stores. Utica Square and Brookside offer upscale shops and delicious brunches. Kendall Whittier and the Greenwood District are historic multicultural epicenters. And all of these hot spots are less than a 15-minute drive from campus.
Tulsa International Airport (TUL) serves more than 20 nonstop destinations.
Cheer on the Tulsa Drillers, the city’s minor-league baseball team.
Discover all the excitement that downtown Tulsa has to offer.
WATCH THE VIDEO to learn about the “Rules of Tulsa.”
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JOB JOB LANDING A
The University of Tulsa’s placement rate for undergraduates who earned a bachelor’s degree in 2022 and 2023 is a record high 97% — besting the national average of 89%. UTulsa’s CaneCareers team works tirelessly to ensure every new graduate who wants a job can find one in their field of choice. From resume workshops and mock interviews to etiquette dinners and job fairs, students are prepared to compete for coveted positions even before they graduate.
The University of Tulsa offers a program that guarantees every undergraduate will receive a job offer or be accepted into a graduate program in the field of their choice. This promise is unprecedented, but UTulsa stands behind the value of its superior academics and student success initiatives.
It’s the talented and dedicated University of Tulsa faculty and staff members who put students first and enable UTulsa to make this promise.
WATCH THE VIDEO
to learn more about UTulsa’s Job Placement Guarantee.
DEGREE DEGREE
Determining how best to pay for college is an important — and sometimes stressful — process. The University of Tulsa offers workshops and webinars to explain the basics. Students can meet with our financial aid team to work through their individual options.
Costs & Aid (2024-25)
Tuition: $48,340
Room & board: $14,720
Fees: $1,721
Textbooks: FREE
Subject to change
utulsa.edu/financial-aid
SCHOLARSHIPS
Admitted students are automatically considered for a merit scholarship based on a full review of their comprehensive University of Tulsa application. The priority scholarship deadline is Feb. 1. Applicants who submit a complete admission file after Feb. 1 are considered for meritbased scholarship funding based on availability. Renewal is contingent upon full-time enrollment.
GRANTS
State, federal and institutional grants are based on need and, like scholarships, do not need to be repaid. Grant amounts can vary and may include a Federal Pell Grant. Students must file the FAFSA to be considered for need-based grants.
WORK OPPORTUNITIES
Federal work-study programs offer subsidized part-time employment on and off campus for students who qualify. Institutional jobs are offered by offices around the university that need additional employees.
LOANS
Your financial aid award may include student loans, some of which may be interest-free, while you attend college. Although loans must be repaid, interest rates are low and the terms are generally far more favorable than loans available commercially. Payments may be deferred or forgiven based on certain conditions set by the federal government.
NATIONAL MERIT SEMIFINALIST PACKAGE
The University of Tulsa is pleased to award admitted National Merit Semifinalists its highest academic scholarship, the National Merit Semifinalist Package. UTulsa recognizes the outstanding academic success of National Merit Semifinalists and believes these students will have a remarkable impact on campus life.
To receive the National Merit Semifinalist full-ride package, students must apply and be admitted to The University of Tulsa by Feb. 1. An admission interview is required to complete the application process. Students must have an official campus visit by May 1.
FREE TEXTBOOKS
The University of Tulsa is pleased to guarantee free textbooks for the entirety of your undergraduate journey so you are fully prepared on the first day of class every single semester.
NEXT NEXT WHAT’S
IMPORTANT DATES
2024-25
JULY
The University of Tulsa application opens AUGUST Common Application opens NOV. 1 Early Decision and Early Action I deadline to complete application for admission
NOV. 3-4
Tulsa Time visit program
DEC. 15 First-year Early Decision and Early Action I decision and scholarship notification
FEB. 1
National Merit Semifinalist Package and Early Action II admission application deadlines
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
• Application for admission
• Official high school transcript
• $50 application fee
• Essay — strongly encouraged
• School report form/Counselor recommendation — strongly encouraged
• Test scores — strongly encouraged
• Talk with Tulsa Interview — strongly encouraged (required for National Merit Semifinalists to receive the full-ride scholarship)
APPLICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
utulsa.edu/apply commonapp.org
MISSION
We are a student-centered research university that cultivates interconnected learning experiences to explore complex ideas and create new knowledge in a spirit of free inquiry. Guided by our commitment to diversity, equity and service, we prepare individuals to make meaningful contributions to our campus, our community and our world.
SCHEDULE YOUR
VISIT VISIT
THE UTULSA EPISODE
Your college experience will shape you forever. Explore your future at The University of Tulsa by visiting our beautiful campus, engaging with current students, and meeting admission counselors.
During a campus visit, you will:
• Tour campus with a University Ambassador
• Meet with a professor who shares your academic interests
• Hear from an admission counselor about the many opportunities awaiting you at UTulsa
SCHEDULE YOUR VISIT TO CAMPUS
• Register for a daily visit
• Attend a UTulsa visit program
utulsa.edu/visit
The University of Tulsa does not discriminate on the basis of personal status or group characteristics including, but not limited to individuals on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, sex, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, or marital status in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, employment policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic and other university-sponsored programs. Questions regarding implementation of this policy may be addressed to the Office of Human Resources, 800 South Tucker Drive, Tulsa, Oklahoma 74104-9700, 918631-2616. Requests for accommodation of disabilities may be addressed to TU’s 504 Coordinator at 918-631-2315. To ensure availability of an interpreter, five to seven days’ notice is needed; 48 hours is recommended for all other accommodations. TU#24200
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TWO-DAY VISIT PROGRAM
Nov. 3-4, 2024
Feb. 16-17, 2025
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