Founded in the late 19th century as a boarding school for Native American girls, the University of Tulsa (TU) has evolved into a diverse research university that now draws students from all over the world.
The campus is currently home to about 2,800 undergraduates and 1,000 grad students. Class sizes are small, averaging 13 students per class, according to the university.
Engineering, petroleum science, and cyber security and computer science are among the school's top programs. Students are also encouraged to participate in TU's long-time traditions, including the Festival of Lights and Carols, which kicks off the holiday season, and the lighting of the Homecoming Bonfire to welcome students back to campus.
The 200-acre campus is east of downtown Tulsa. Students are required to live on campus for their first two years. The city of Tulsa is Oklahoma’s second-largest, with a wide range of dining, shopping, and entertainment. Student-athletes can try out for one of the university’s 8 men’s or 10 women’s Division I sports teams, which include tennis, basketball, football, cross-country, golf and soccer.
