National Register of Historic Places

Oklahoma City University

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
Listed
December 19, 1978
Type
District
Period
Listed
Ref No.
78002247

About this property

Oklahoma City University (OCU) is a private university historically affiliated with the United Methodist Church and located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States. The university offers undergraduate bachelor's degrees, graduate master's degrees and doctoral degrees, and is organized into eight colleges and schools and one Methodist seminary. More than 70 undergraduate majors are offered, as well as 20 graduate degrees, including a JD, MBA, and PhD in Nursing. An Adult Studies Program for working adults offers a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree. The university has approximately 3,000 students, including 1,200 graduate students. The official school and athletic colors are blue and white.

Location

2501 N. Blackwelder Ave.
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
34.60258, -97.55608

Categories

EDUCATIONRELIGIONSOCIAL HISTORY
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Sources

Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).

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When was Oklahoma City University listed on the National Register?

Oklahoma City University was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on December 19, 1978.

What type of historic resource is Oklahoma City University?

Oklahoma City University is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Oklahoma City University?

The period of significance for Oklahoma City University is recorded as the listed era.

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