The University of Oklahoma is a nationally and internationally recognized university shaping the global community through superior education, world-class research, and exceptional service to society. A top 50 public university in the United States according to U.S. News and World Report, OU offers an academic experience where you are a hands-on participant in the learning process. With many nationally ranked programs, OU boasts 150 degree programs from which you can choose. In fact, the Carnegie Foundation has classified OU as a top tier research institution, while the Princeton Review consistently ranks OU among the best in the nation in terms of academic excellence and cost for students. Perhaps most importantly, OU has a spirit of family and community that you will not find anywhere else. Almost 2,000 international students are enrolled at OU from 125 different countries. You may participate in any of our more than 450 student clubs and organizations, including over 20 international student organizations. Our students share their cultures through programs like OU Cousins and the annual Eve of Nations event. OU is located in Norman, Oklahoma, in the central part of the United States, just 30 minutes south of our state’s capital, Oklahoma City, a metropolitan area with a population of over 1 million. And the OU Campus is beautiful, consistently ranked one of the top 25 most visually stunning college campuses in America.
