department Overview
Computer science and mathematics have infiltrated every aspect of our lives—driving new technologies that help make people's lives and jobs easier. Earning a degree from ORU's Computing & Mathematics Department prepares you for high-paying jobs in industry, business, government and education. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts that over the next ten years, the number of job openings in computing- and mathematics-related fields will triple the number of available graduates. Our certificates, microcredentials, minors, and degrees in actuarial science, data science, computer information technology, computer science, mathematics, mathematics education, and mathematical finance are also excellent preparation for graduate work in these career fields. Under the direction of caring, Christian scholars and teachers, you will explore these fascinating scientific fields and graduate ready to go into every person's world.
Some of the outstanding features of this program:
- We're growing! Our department has doubled in size over the last five years, we have new computer labs, and a brand-new high-performance computer called Titan.
- The ORU Chapter of the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) encourages networking with professionals in the computer science field and greater awareness of technological advances.
- ORU's excellent professors will encourage you to participate in undergraduate research projects in areas such as high-performance computing, data science, and nanotechnology.
- Professors provide extensive individual attention to students, assuring they have full understanding of all concepts covered.
- You'll have the opportunity to enter fun and challenging competitions such as the ACM computer programming competition, the Putnam Exam and others. Last year, our ACM team placed second at the Global Hackathon held in St. Louis winning $2,500.
Majors
Computer Information Technology
Bachelor of Science degree in CIT empowers you with the skills and knowledge to navigate the impact that computers have in today’s society. This rapidly expanding industry needs...
Computer Science
Oral Roberts University’s Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Computer Science empowers you with the skills and knowledge to design, develop, implement and maintain computer systems utilized in today’s society...
Data Science
Oral Roberts University’s Bachelor of Science in Mathematics with a Concentration in Data Science is a residential program that can equip you to become a data or machine learning/AI scientist, analyst, or engineer...
Information Technology
ORU Bachelor of Science in Information Technology is a 100% online program that can give you real-life skills to serve as an IT professional, while preparing you to take CompTia® certifications. You will graduate with skills to...
Mathematical Finance
With the Oral Roberts University’s Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mathematical Finance you will graduate with strong quantitative skills that are in demand by today's finance sector. More than this, our unique mission...
Mathematics
Oral Roberts University’s Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mathematics is a residential program that can equip you to become a top-tier Mathematician. You can graduate with the knowledge and skills to address applied mathematical problems in...
Mathematics Education
The worlds of social sciences and physical sciences come together by way of solving problems in our Mathematics Major. In our Math Education major, we learn how to present those problem solving skills and abstract reasoning...
Mathematics - Preactuary Concentration
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics in Preactuary is a residential program that can equip you to become an actuary professional. You will graduate with skills in business and...
Mathematics - Prehealth Concentration
Oral Roberts University’s Bachelor of Science in Mathematica Pre-Health is a residential program that can equip you to become a Doctor. You can graduate training in both...
Mathematics - Premedicine Concentration
B.S. in Mathematics Pre-Medicine is a residential program that can equip you to become a Doctor. You can graduate in training in both mathematics and pre-health content...
Department News
The dedication of ORU Computing & Mathematics Department's new Stanley White High Performance Computing Lab made possible by a generous gift from the Stanley White Foundation.
Two of our students from China exemplify ORU's "Whole Leaders for the Whole World" ethos.
We received a $100,000 donation from the Stanley White Foundation to create a new high performance computing lab.
The National Science Foundation (NSF) has awarded Dr. Stephen Wheat, in collaboration with colleagues from Cameron University and East Central University, a $500,000 Campus Cyberinfrastructure Grant.
The Oklahoma's Council on Information Technology has awarded Dr. Stephen Wheat the Certificate of Achievement for Private Institution Excellence for his exemplary work in bringing Titan to Oral Roberts University.
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Advisory Council
ORU's Computing & Mathematics Advisory Council is an external group of alumni and friends of the department who provide advice and counsel on issues related to programs, accreditation, and fundraising.