YOU'RE INVITED!

October 8-9
October 22-23
November 5-6
February 25-26
March 11-12
April 1-2
April 15-16

ORU QUEST: Experience It!

You're invited to Oral Roberts University! This personalized, immersive campus experience lets you see what your future could look like as a Golden Eagle.

Compete for a full-tuition Quest Scholarship
Connect with current students and make new friends
Dive into your academic interests during open houses, class visits, and info sessions
Experience ORU’s spiritual life through Chapel
Explore opportunities to get involved on campus
Get an early look at upcoming residence hall renovations
Stay overnight in the dorms*
Take a campus tour

Parents: We have prepared special moments throughout the event where you can learn about various aspects, such as college payment options, campus safety, student support, and more.

*Overnight visits are exclusive to students admitted to Oral Roberts University. Submit your application today!

CHOOSE YOUR VISIT EXPERIENCE

FREE

Experience an action-packed one-day event exclusively for high school sophomores, juniors, seniors, and transfer students. Enjoy breakfast, a campus tour, academic insights, Chapel, a luncheon with President Wilson, breakout sessions, Quest Fest, and more! Reserve your spot now to discover what it's like to be a Golden Eagle.

$50

This unforgettable two-day experience is reserved for high school juniors, seniors, and transfer students. Immerse yourself in campus life with an overnight in the dorms*, engaging class visits, sponsored meals, an exciting campus event with current students, and more! Elevate your Quest experience and make lasting memories that will shape your future. *Overnight visits are exclusive to students admitted to Oral Roberts University.

Checkout a Previous Schedule

Checkout a previous schedule below to see what you can expect this fall. For students and families who want to explore everything ORU has to offer. Tour campus, sit in on classes, hear from current students, and experience community firsthand.

Schedule a personalized meeting at Quest →

Thursday

9:00 AM – 12:00 PMMabee Center, North Lobby

Event Check-In & Luggage Dropoff

This is where your Quest experience begins! Swing by to check in, grab your event materials, and get all the details you’ll need for the day. If you’re staying overnight, please bring your luggage with you — we’ll take care of it and deliver it to your residence hall later so you can explore hands-free.

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9:30 AM – 10:30 AMHammer Center, Fenimore Room

Welcome Session

Join us for an interactive session where you’ll get to know your schedule, connect with other attendees, and learn about the exciting opportunities that await you at ORU. Our team will walk you through the day’s events, give you a chance to ask questions, and help you tailor your schedule to make the most of your visit.

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10:40 AM – 12:00 PMVarious Locations

Campus Tour or Class Visit

Class visits offer a real-time opportunity for students to experience ORU academics firsthand — sitting in on a live class, hearing from faculty, and engaging with current students. Class visits are primarily reserved for students; however, parents are welcome if space allows.

Civil. & Culture of Spain — Graduate Center, Room 5A34
Film Directing & Producing — Learning Resource Center, Room 122
Technical Writing — Graduate Center, Room 4A47
Human Resource Management — Graduate Center, Room 3A06
Early Literacy Instruction & Intervention — Graduate Center, Room 515
Literacy in Secondary Teaching — Graduate Center, Room 5E03
Pastoral Care — Graduate Center, Room 4112
Campus Tour — Hammer Center, Lobby (departs every 30 min, final tour 11:00 AM)
Specialty Tour (Model Dorm Room, Aerobics Center, or Prayer Tower) — Hammer Center, Lobby

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10:30 AM – 11:30 AMNursing & Engineering Complex, Floor 2

Explore Entrepreneurship At ORU

12:00 PM – 12:45 PMGlobal Learning Center or Hamill Dining Hall

Welcome Lunch

Join us for a relaxed, community-style lunch where you’ll have the chance to connect with other families and get to know members of the New Student Relations Team in an informal setting. Lunch is on us!

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1:00 PM – 2:25 PMVarious Locations

Student Panel or Spiritual Life Panel

Student Panel: Open to students only. Join current ORU students for a live Q&A panel where they share real stories, campus experiences, and answer your questions about life as a Golden Eagle.

Spiritual Life Panel: Join ORU staff from Missions & Outreach, the Worship Center, and the Chaplain Program highlighting how students grow in faith, serve locally and globally, and experience spiritual support through worship, mentorship, and discipleship.

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1:00 PM – 2:25 PMVarious Locations

Campus Tour or Class Visit

Second campus tour/class visit opportunity. See class list for options.

American Literature II — Graduate Center, Room 5A34
Elementary French II — Learning Resource Center, Room 232B
Intermediate Chinese II — Graduate Center, Room 4112
Interpersonal Communication — Graduate Center, Room 4A37
Wisdom of the Ancient World — Graduate Center, Room 2114
Worldview & Apologetics — Graduate Center, Room 5112
Managerial Accounting — Graduate Center, Room 3A09
Classroom Leadership — Graduate Center, Room 515

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2:30 PM – 3:00 PMHammer Center, Garden Vista

Navigating ORU: A First-Gen. Guide

2:35 PM – 3:55 PMVarious Locations

Campus Tour or Class Visit

Third campus tour/class visit opportunity. See class list for options.

Communication Ethics — Graduate Center, Room 4112
American History Survey II — Graduate Center, Room 5A30
American Sign Language I — Graduate Center, Room 5A31
Major Religions of the World — Graduate Center, Room 5112
Managerial Accounting — Graduate Center, Room 3A09
Principles of Marketing — Graduate Center, Room 3A12
History & Systems — Graduate Center, Room 4114

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3:30 PM – 4:30 PMInternational Student Center

International Student Connect

4:10 PM – 5:30 PMVarious Locations

Campus Tour or Class Visit

Fourth campus tour/class visit opportunity. See class list for options.

American Sign Language II — Graduate Center, Room 5A31
Principles of Marketing — Graduate Center, Room 3A12

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4:30 PM – 5:30 PMZoppelt Hall

Dorm Check-In[OVERNIGHT ONLY]

Arrive to see your assigned room for your exclusive overnight experience, retrieve your luggage, and get settled in for the evening ahead.

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5:30 PM – 7:00 PMONEOK Sports Complex or Hamill Dining Hall

Dinner[OVERNIGHT ONLY]

Meal vouchers will be provided for all students at the entrance of the ONEOK sports complex. Please show your Quest wristband to receive your voucher. Parents are welcome to join (self-pay).

Learn More ⌄

7:00 PM – 9:00 PMVarious Locations

Evening Activities[OVERNIGHT ONLY]

Choose from these evening options:

World Cup (ONEOK Sports Complex, 4:45–8:00 PM) — exciting World Cup soccer experience with students from 174 nations
Prayer Sets (Prayer Tower, 7:00–9:00 PM) — student-led time of prayer and worship
Golden Eagle Gathering (Hammer Center, 7:00–9:00 PM) — high-energy evening with music, games, and student leaders
Quest Fest (Aerobic Center, 7:00–8:00 PM) — time to play games and compete with fellow Quest students

Learn More ⌄

9:00 PM – 9:45 PMHammer Center, Floor 2, Fenimore Room

Class Connect[OVERNIGHT ONLY]

A relaxed, low-pressure time to meet other students in your class, strike up conversations, and start building real connections. Whether you’re finding people with similar interests or just hanging out, this is a fun, welcoming space to begin forming friendships.

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9:45 PM – 10:15 PMVarious Residence Halls

Community Meeting & Curfew[OVERNIGHT ONLY]

Gather together to reflect on the day, hear key takeaways, and get a preview of Friday’s activities. Curfew is strictly enforced at 10:30 PM for all Quest overnight guests. Contact Security for questions after hours: 918.495.7750.

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Friday

7:00 AM – 10:00 AMHamill Dining Hall

Breakfast[OVERNIGHT ONLY]

Quest Plus guests do not need to go through Check-In again. Quest Plus parents are welcome to join breakfast (self-pay). Meal vouchers provided for students — show your Quest wristband.

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8:00 AM – 9:00 AMMabee Center, North Lobby

Event Check-In (Day Guests)

Quest Plus guests do NOT need to check in again. Day guests: this is where your Friday experience begins! Swing by to check in, grab your event materials, and get all the details you’ll need for the day.

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8:30 AM – 9:30 AMHammer Center or Christ’s Chapel

Welcome Session (Day Guests)

Join us for an interactive session where you’ll get to know your schedule and learn about the day’s opportunities.

Learn More ⌄

8:40 AM – 9:35 AMVarious Locations

Class Visit[OVERNIGHT ONLY]

Class visits offer a real-time opportunity for students to experience ORU academics firsthand. Primarily reserved for students; parents welcome if space allows.

College of Arts & Cultural Studies: Composition II — Graduate Center, Room 5A31
College of Arts & Cultural Studies: Hebrews & General Epistles — Graduate Center, Room 4A46
College of Arts & Cultural Studies: Young Adult Literature — Graduate Center, Room 5A30
Fenimore & Fisher College of Business: Principles of Marketing — Graduate Center, Room 3114
College of Science & Engineering: Heat & Thermodynamics — Nursing & Engineering Complex, Room 221
College of Science & Engineering: Biochemistry — Biological Science Center, Room 120
College of Science & Engineering: Applied Amateur Athletics — Aerobic Center, Room 108
College of Science & Engineering: Machines & Mechanisms — Nursing & Engineering Complex, Room 202
College of Theology: Hebrews & General Epistles — Graduate Center, Room 4A46
College of Arts & Cultural Studies: Digital Fundamentals — Graduate Center, Room 2B08 [8:40 AM – 10:45 AM]
College of Arts & Cultural Studies: Graphic Design II — Graduate Center, Room 2B10 [8:40 AM – 10:45 AM]
College of Arts & Cultural Studies: Composition I — Graduate Center, Room 2A09
College of Science & Engineering: Kinesiology — Aerobic Center, Room 140
College of Arts & Cultural Studies: Crafts — Graduate Center, Room 1B17 [8:40 AM – 10:45 AM]

Learn More ⌄

9:30 AM – 10:30 AMVarious Locations

Quest Interview or Admissions/Financial Aid Assistance (Morning)

Morning window for all next-step appointments and campus experiences.

Available Sessions

Quest Scholarship Interviews — Welcome Center (by appointment)
Admissions Assistance — Welcome Center
International Admissions Assistance — Learning Resources Center, Floor 2
Financial Aid & FAFSA Assistance — Learning Resources Center, Floor 3
Campus Tour — Hammer Center, Lobby (departs every 30 min, final tour 9:30 AM)
Specialty Tour — Hammer Center, Lobby (final tour 10:00 AM)
Veterans Experience — Welcome Center

Learn More ⌄

9:50 AM – 10:45 AMVarious Locations

Campus Tour or Class Visit

Second campus tour/class visit opportunity. See class list for options.

Civil War and Reconstruction — Graduate Center, Room 4A44
Communication Theory — Learning Resources Center, Room 104
Composition I — Graduate Center, Room 2A09
Composition II — Graduate Center, Room 4116
Intermediate Spanish II — Graduate Center, Room 1B04
Principles of Marketing — Graduate Center, Room 3114 [9:45 AM – 10:45 AM]
Pharmacology — Nursing & Engineering Complex, Room 100
Digital Systems Design — Nursing & Engineering Complex, Room 218
Nutrition — Biological Sciences Center, Room 122
Parent Resources Panel — J.D. McKean Library, Floor 2, Reading Room [10:00–10:45 AM]
General Chemistry I Lecture — Biological Sciences Center, Room 112
Calculus 1 — Biological Sciences Center, Room 1D29 [9:45 AM – 10:45 AM]

Learn More ⌄

11:00 AM – 12:00 PMChrist’s Chapel

Chapel

We have seats reserved for you in Section C.

Learn More ⌄

12:15 PM – 1:15 PMGlobal Learning Center, Lippencott Auditorium

Lunch with ORU’s President, Dr. William M. Wilson

Enjoy a catered lunch while hearing directly from ORU’s President. This is a special opportunity to learn more about his vision for the university and connect over a shared meal with other future Golden Eagles.

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1:30 PM – 2:30 PMChrist’s Chapel

The Leadership Experience

Explore leadership opportunities at ORU and how students develop the skills and experience to lead with purpose. Hear from campus leaders and current students during an informative session and Q&A.

Learn More ⌄

2:30 PM – 3:30 PMVarious Locations

Class Visit or Faculty Q&A — Various Colleges

Class visits and faculty Q&A across multiple colleges.

Class Visit — Composition II — Graduate Center, Room 5112
Class Visit — Wisdom of the Ancient World — Graduate Center, Room 4116
Class Visit — Graphic Design Studio — Graduate Center, Room 2B10 [2:25 PM – 4:30 PM]
Class Visit — Worship Lab — Media Arts Center, Room 201 [2:35 PM – 3:55 PM]
Class Visit — Making Music in the 21st Century — Media Arts Center, Studio A (Room 239)
Class Visit — Criminology — Graduate Center, Room 4114
Class Visit — Internet of Things — Graduate Center, Room 1A07 [2:20 PM – 3:25 PM]
Faculty Q&A: College of Arts & Cultural Studies: Theatre, Dance & Media — Media Arts Center, Lobby
Faculty Q&A: College of Arts & Cultural Studies: Liberal Arts — Learning Resources Center, Floor 3
Faculty Q&A: Fenimore & Fisher College of Business — Graduate Center, Education Floor 3 Pit
Faculty Q&A: College of Education — Graduate Center, Education Offices (Floor 5)
Faculty Q&A: Health Sciences — Nursing & Engineering Complex, Room 150 A
Faculty Q&A: College of Science & Engineering: Health, Leisure & Sports Management — Aerobic Center, Room 109
Faculty Q&A: College of Science & Engineering: Engineering — Nursing & Engineering Complex, Room 202
Faculty Q&A: College of Science & Engineering: Biology & Chemistry — Biological Sciences Center, Atrium
Faculty Q&A: College of Theology — Graduate Center, Room 4A44
Psychology Symposium — Hammer Center, Fenimore Room [1:00 PM – 2:15 PM & 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM]

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3:30 PM – 4:30 PMVarious Locations

Explore Study Abroad or Fast-Track & Graduate Pathways

Study Abroad session: Learn how you can take your education beyond the classroom.

Fast-Track & Graduate Pathways (LRC, Floor 2, Culture Lab): Learn about ORU’s accelerated pathways to earn both bachelor’s and master’s degrees.

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4:30 PM – 5:00 PMGlobal Learning Center, Lippencott Auditorium

Soaring Send-Off

Join our team for a celebratory closing session to wrap up your Quest experience! We’ll recap the highlights of your time on campus, share next steps, and send you off with some fun giveaways and parting surprises.

Learn More ⌄

5:00 PM – 6:00 PMVarious Residence Halls

Dorm Check-Out[OVERNIGHT ONLY]

Don’t forget to check out with the leader on your floor so we know you’ve left campus safely! You can temporarily park in Lot G to collect your personal belongings from the residence halls.

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For students who are ready to commit to ORU. Designed around the Quest interview, financial aid assistance, admissions next steps, and housing selection.

Schedule a personalized meeting at Quest →

Thursday

9:00 AM – 12:00 PMMabee Center, North Lobby

Event Check-In & Luggage Dropoff

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9:30 AM – 10:30 AMHammer Center, Fenimore Room

Welcome Session

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10:30 AM – 11:30 AMVarious Locations

Quest Interview or Admissions/Financial Aid Assistance

Morning window for all next-step appointments and scholarship interviews.

Available Sessions

Quest Scholarship Interviews (Welcome Center, by appointment 10:30–11:30 AM): High school seniors, recent graduates, or transfer students may compete for 1 of 12 full-tuition Quest Scholarships. Schedule at https://426203.waitwell.us/
Admissions Assistance (Welcome Center): Connect with the New Student Relations team for personalized guidance. Schedule at https://426205.waitwell.us/
Financial Aid & FAFSA Assistance (LRC, Floor 3): Sit down with One Stop for personalized financial aid support. Schedule at https://426201.waitwell.us/
International Admissions Assistance (LRC, Floor 2): Schedule at https://426206.waitwell.us/

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12:00 PM – 12:45 PMGlobal Learning Center or Hamill Dining Hall

Welcome Lunch

Join us for a relaxed, community-style lunch where you’ll have the chance to connect with other families and get to know members of the New Student Relations Team. Lunch is on us!

Learn More ⌄

1:30 PM – 2:30 PMVarious Locations

Student Panel or Spiritual Life Panel

Student Panel (Christ’s Chapel, Holy Spirit Room): Open to students only. Live Q&A with current Golden Eagles.

Spiritual Life Panel (Hammer Center, Fenimore Room): ORU staff from Missions & Outreach, Worship Center, and Chaplain Program.

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2:00 PM – 3:00 PMWelcome Center, Presentation Room

Secure Your Space: Housing Selection

Ready to secure your housing? Stop by the Welcome Center to connect with the Concierge & Residential Services team to select your room and meal plan for the 2026-2027 academic year. Students must be admitted and have paid their enrollment fee to be eligible.

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1:30 PM – 4:30 PMVarious Locations

Quest Interview or Admissions/Financial Aid Assistance (Afternoon)

Afternoon window for all next-step appointments and campus experiences.

Available Sessions

Quest Scholarship Interviews — Welcome Center (by appointment)
Admissions Assistance — Welcome Center
International Admissions Assistance — Learning Resources Center, Floor 2
Financial Aid & FAFSA Assistance — Learning Resources Center, Floor 3
Campus Tour — Hammer Center, Lobby (departs every 30 min, final tour 3:30 PM)
Specialty Tour — Hammer Center, Lobby (final tour 4:00 PM)

Learn More ⌄

4:30 PM – 5:30 PMZoppelt Hall

Dorm Check-In[OVERNIGHT ONLY]

Arrive to see your assigned room, retrieve your luggage, and get settled in for the evening.

Learn More ⌄

5:30 PM – 7:00 PMONEOK Sports Complex or Hamill Dining Hall

Dinner[OVERNIGHT ONLY]

Meal vouchers will be provided for all students at the entrance of the ONEOK sports complex. Please show your Quest wristband to receive your voucher. Parents are welcome to join (self-pay).

Learn More ⌄

7:00 PM – 9:00 PMVarious Locations

Evening Activities[OVERNIGHT ONLY]

Choose from these evening options:

World Cup (ONEOK Sports Complex, 4:45–8:00 PM) — exciting World Cup soccer experience with students from 174 nations
Prayer Sets (Prayer Tower, 7:00–9:00 PM) — student-led time of prayer and worship
Golden Eagle Gathering (Hammer Center, 7:00–9:00 PM) — high-energy evening with music, games, and student leaders
Quest Fest (Aerobic Center, 7:00–8:00 PM) — time to play games and compete with fellow Quest students

Learn More ⌄

9:00 PM – 9:45 PMHammer Center, Floor 2, Fenimore Room

Class Connect[OVERNIGHT ONLY]

A relaxed time to meet other students in your class and start building real connections.

Learn More ⌄

9:45 PM – 10:15 PMVarious Residence Halls

Community Meeting & Curfew[OVERNIGHT ONLY]

Gather to reflect on the day and preview Friday. Curfew 10:30 PM. Security: 918.495.7750.

Learn More ⌄

Friday

7:00 AM – 10:00 AMHamill Dining Hall

Breakfast[OVERNIGHT ONLY]

Quest Plus guests do not need to go through Check-In again. Quest Plus parents are welcome to join breakfast (self-pay). Meal vouchers provided for students — show your Quest wristband.

Learn More ⌄

8:00 AM – 9:00 AMMabee Center, North Lobby

Event Check-In (Day Guests)

Learn More ⌄

8:30 AM – 9:30 AMHammer Center or Christ’s Chapel

Welcome Session (Day Guests)

Join us for an interactive session where you’ll get to know your schedule and learn about the day’s opportunities.

Learn More ⌄

8:40 AM – 9:35 AMVarious Locations

Class Visit[OVERNIGHT ONLY]

Class visits offer a real-time opportunity for students to experience ORU academics firsthand. Primarily reserved for students; parents welcome if space allows.

College of Arts & Cultural Studies: Composition II — Graduate Center, Room 5A31
College of Arts & Cultural Studies: Hebrews & General Epistles — Graduate Center, Room 4A46
College of Arts & Cultural Studies: Young Adult Literature — Graduate Center, Room 5A30
Fenimore & Fisher College of Business: Principles of Marketing — Graduate Center, Room 3114
College of Science & Engineering: Heat & Thermodynamics — Nursing & Engineering Complex, Room 221
College of Science & Engineering: Biochemistry — Biological Science Center, Room 120
College of Science & Engineering: Applied Amateur Athletics — Aerobic Center, Room 108
College of Science & Engineering: Machines & Mechanisms — Nursing & Engineering Complex, Room 202
College of Theology: Hebrews & General Epistles — Graduate Center, Room 4A46
College of Arts & Cultural Studies: Digital Fundamentals — Graduate Center, Room 2B08 [8:40 AM – 10:45 AM]
College of Arts & Cultural Studies: Crafts — Graduate Center, Room 1B17 [8:40 AM – 10:45 AM]
College of Arts & Cultural Studies: Graphic Design II — Graduate Center, Room 2B10 [8:40 AM – 10:45 AM]
College of Arts & Cultural Studies: Composition I — Graduate Center, Room 2A09
College of Science & Engineering: Kinesiology — Aerobic Center, Room 140

Learn More ⌄

9:30 AM – 10:30 AMVarious Locations

Quest Interview or Admissions/Financial Aid Assistance (Morning)

Morning window for all next-step appointments and campus experiences.

Available Sessions

Quest Scholarship Interviews — Welcome Center (by appointment)
Admissions Assistance — Welcome Center
International Admissions Assistance — Learning Resources Center, Floor 2
Financial Aid & FAFSA Assistance — Learning Resources Center, Floor 3
Campus Tour — Hammer Center, Lobby (departs every 30 min, final tour 9:30 AM)
Specialty Tour — Hammer Center, Lobby (final tour 10:00 AM)
Veterans Experience — Welcome Center

Learn More ⌄

9:50 AM – 10:45 AMVarious Locations

Campus Tour or Class Visit

Second campus tour/class visit opportunity. See class list for options.

Civil War and Reconstruction — Graduate Center, Room 4A44
Communication Theory — Learning Resources Center, Room 104
Composition I — Graduate Center, Room 2A09
Composition II — Graduate Center, Room 4116
Intermediate Spanish II — Graduate Center, Room 1B04
Principles of Marketing — Graduate Center, Room 3114 [9:45 AM – 10:45 AM]
Pharmacology — Nursing & Engineering Complex, Room 100
Digital Systems Design — Nursing & Engineering Complex, Room 218
Nutrition — Biological Sciences Center, Room 122
Parent Resources Panel — J.D. McKean Library, Floor 2, Reading Room [10:00–10:45 AM]
General Chemistry I Lecture — Biological Sciences Center, Room 112
Calculus 1 — Biological Sciences Center, Room 1D29 [9:45 AM – 10:45 AM]

Learn More ⌄

11:00 AM – 12:00 PMChrist’s Chapel

Chapel

We have seats reserved for you in Section C.

Learn More ⌄

12:15 PM – 1:15 PMGlobal Learning Center, Lippencott Auditorium

Lunch with ORU’s President, Dr. William M. Wilson

Learn More ⌄

1:30 PM – 2:30 PMChrist’s Chapel, Holy Spirit Room

The Leadership Experience

Explore leadership opportunities at ORU and how students develop the skills and experience to lead with purpose. Hear from campus leaders and current students during an informative session and Q&A.

Learn More ⌄

2:30 PM – 3:30 PMVarious Locations

Class Visit or Faculty Q&A — Various Colleges

Class visits and faculty Q&A across multiple colleges.

Class Visit — Composition II — Graduate Center, Room 5112
Class Visit — Wisdom of the Ancient World — Graduate Center, Room 4116
Class Visit — Graphic Design Studio — Graduate Center, Room 2B10 [2:25 PM – 4:30 PM]
Class Visit — Worship Lab — Media Arts Center, Room 201 [2:35 PM – 3:55 PM]
Class Visit — Making Music in the 21st Century — Media Arts Center, Studio A (Room 239)
Class Visit — Criminology — Graduate Center, Room 4114
Class Visit — Internet of Things — Graduate Center, Room 1A07 [2:20 PM – 3:25 PM]
Faculty Q&A: College of Arts & Cultural Studies: Theatre, Dance & Media — Media Arts Center, Lobby
Faculty Q&A: College of Arts & Cultural Studies: Liberal Arts — Learning Resources Center, Floor 3
Faculty Q&A: Fenimore & Fisher College of Business — Graduate Center, Education Floor 3 Pit
Faculty Q&A: College of Education — Graduate Center, Education Offices (Floor 5)
Faculty Q&A: Health Sciences — Nursing & Engineering Complex, Room 150 A
Faculty Q&A: College of Science & Engineering: Health, Leisure & Sports Management — Aerobic Center, Room 109
Faculty Q&A: College of Science & Engineering: Engineering — Nursing & Engineering Complex, Room 202
Faculty Q&A: College of Science & Engineering: Biology & Chemistry — Biological Sciences Center, Atrium
Faculty Q&A: College of Theology — Graduate Center, Room 4A44
Psychology Symposium — Hammer Center, Fenimore Room [1:00 PM – 2:15 PM & 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM]

Learn More ⌄

3:30 PM – 4:30 PMVarious Locations

Explore Study Abroad or Fast-Track & Graduate Pathways

Learn More ⌄

4:30 PM – 5:00 PMGlobal Learning Center, Lippencott Auditorium

Soaring Send-Off

Learn More ⌄

5:00 PM – 6:00 PMVarious Residence Halls

Dorm Check-Out[OVERNIGHT ONLY]

Don’t forget to check out with the leader on your floor so we know you’ve left campus safely! You can temporarily park in Lot G to collect your personal belongings from the residence halls.

Learn More ⌄

A dedicated track for parents and families. Learn about campus resources, financial aid, student support, and what life at ORU looks like for your student.

Schedule a personalized meeting at Quest →

Thursday

9:00 AM – 12:00 PMMabee Center, North Lobby

Event Check-In & Luggage Dropoff

Learn More ⌄

9:30 AM – 10:30 AMHammer Center, Fenimore Room

Welcome Session

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10:30 AM – 11:00 AMJ.D. McKean Library, Floor 2, Reading Room

Parent Welcome

Join us for an informal mix-and-mingle with the Director of Parent Engagement to explore available resources, discuss your role in your student’s transition, and connect with other ORU families.

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11:00 AM – 11:45 AMJ.D. McKean Library, Floor 2, Reading Room

Campus Resources: Student Support

Learn about the comprehensive support available to students at ORU. Representatives from Student Success, ADA Services, Counseling, and the Care Team will share resources and services designed to help students thrive academically, personally, and holistically.

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12:00 PM – 12:45 PMGlobal Learning Center or Hamill Dining Hall

Welcome Lunch

Join us for a relaxed, community-style lunch. Lunch is on us!

Learn More ⌄

1:30 PM – 2:30 PMHammer Center, Fenimore Room

Spiritual Life Panel

Join ORU staff from Missions & Outreach, the Worship Center, and the Chaplain Program for a panel highlighting how students grow in faith, serve locally and globally, and experience spiritual support.

Learn More ⌄

1:30 PM – 2:30 PMHammer Center, Floor 2

Alumni Legacy Family Welcome

Welcome home, alumni legacy families! Stop by to reconnect with ORU through a relaxed, come-and-go gathering with the Alumni Relations team. Celebrate your family’s ORU story, share memories, and enjoy time with others who are part of the Golden Eagle legacy.

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2:30 PM – 4:30 PMVarious Locations

Campus Tours & Next Steps

Extended window for campus tours and next-step appointments.

Available Sessions

Campus Tour — Hammer Center, Lobby (departs every 30 min, final tour 3:30 PM)
Specialty Tour — Hammer Center, Lobby (final tour 4:00 PM)
Admissions Assistance — Welcome Center
Financial Aid & FAFSA Assistance — Learning Resources Center, Floor 3
International Admissions Assistance — Learning Resources Center, Floor 2
Quest Scholarship Interviews — Welcome Center (by appointment)
Alumni Legacy Family Welcome — Hammer Center, Floor 2 (1:30–2:30 PM)
Veterans Experience — Welcome Center, Veterans Experience Lobby

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4:30 PM – 6:00 PMZoppelt Hall

Dorm Check-In[OVERNIGHT ONLY]

Parents are welcome to accompany your student to view their room during check-in.

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6:00 PM – 7:00 PMONEOK Sports Complex

Dinner[SELF-PAY FOR PARENTS]

Parents self-pay. Meal vouchers provided for students.

Learn More ⌄

Friday

9:30 AM – 10:00 AMJ.D. McKean Library, Floor 2, Reading Room

Parent Welcome

Join us for an informal mix-and-mingle with the Director of Parent Engagement to explore available resources, discuss your role in your student’s transition, and connect with other ORU families.

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10:00 AM – 10:45 AMJ.D. McKean Library, Floor 2, Reading Room

Parent Resources Panel

Join the Director of Parent Engagement and ORU parents for an interactive Q&A panel as they share experiences, insights, and ways families stay connected and supported throughout their student’s journey.

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11:00 AM – 12:00 PMChrist’s Chapel

Chapel

We have seats reserved for you in Section C.

Learn More ⌄

12:15 PM – 1:15 PMGlobal Learning Center, Lippencott Auditorium

Lunch with ORU’s President, Dr. William M. Wilson

Enjoy a catered lunch while hearing directly from ORU’s President about his vision for the university.

Learn More ⌄

1:30 PM – 2:30 PMHammer Center or Christ’s Chapel

Ways to Pay for College

See how ORU partners with families to make college financially manageable. This session walks through FAFSA, ORU scholarships, outside funding opportunities, and key financial aid resources.

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2:30 PM – 3:30 PMVarious Locations

Faculty Q&A — Various Colleges

Come-and-go opportunity to connect with academic department representatives, explore programs and pathways, and learn more about opportunities designed to support your student’s academic and career goals. Various colleges represented.

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3:30 PM – 4:30 PMLearning Resource Center, Floor 2

Fast-Track & Graduate Pathways

Learn about ORU’s Fast-Track and Graduate Pathways, where students can accelerate their education by earning both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in a streamlined timeline.

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4:30 PM – 5:00 PMGlobal Learning Center, Lippencott Auditorium

Soaring Send-Off

Join our team for a celebratory closing session. We’ll recap highlights, share next steps, and send you off with some fun giveaways and parting surprises.

Learn More ⌄

5:00 PM – 6:00 PMVarious Residence Halls

Dorm Check-Out[OVERNIGHT ONLY]

Be sure to gather all personal belongings. Guests are welcome to park in Lot G to retrieve items.

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WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE ONE-DAY AND TWO-DAY OPTIONS?

Quest is a one-day, free experience that includes campus tours, academic open houses, Chapel, parent sessions, and access to next-step support. Quest Plus is a two-day, $50 experience that includes everything in the one-day option plus expanded class visits, additional campus life activities, and an exclusive overnight stay for admitted students.

HOW DOES SCHEDULING WORK FOR QUEST?

After registering, you will be able to review the full schedule of offerings and select the sessions you are most interested in attending—including academic open houses, class visits, interviews, tours, and campus activities—so you can shape your experience around your interests.

WHAT IS THE DRESS CODE?

The dress code will vary depending on the activity, but business casual attire is suggested for the competition. For a packing list for Quest Plus, click here.

WHAT ABOUT LODGING?

Admitted students (23 years and under) choosing the two-day option may participate in an exclusive overnight stay in the residence halls. Space is limited and requires advance registration. Parent/Sponsors will need to find overnight accommodations off-campus. Click here for a list of hotels in the area with an ORU discount.

CAN PARENTS ATTEND CLASS VISITS WITH THEIR STUDENT?

Due to limited classroom seating, class visits are intended primarily for students. However, if space permits, parents are welcome to join. Our team will be available on-site to help you navigate options throughout the event.

WHAT EVENT DO YOU RECOMMEND IF I DON’T KNOW IF ORU IS FOR ME YET?

If you're unsure about ORU, we recommend that you join us for our one-day Quest event! This will give you an opportunity to experience what ORU is all about without any financial commitment.

DOES ORU HELP PAY FOR CAMPUS VISITS?

Yes! ORU believes seeing campus in person makes all the difference — so we offer several ways to help make your visit more affordable. Click here to learn more.

WHERE CAN I FIND MORE INFORMATION ON THE FULL TUITION SCHOLARSHIP PROCESS?

For more information on the Quest Whole Leadership Scholarship, getting nominated, submitting a Quest Essay, when scholarship decisions are made, and other details, click here.

Testimonies

Prospective Parent

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What an amazing experience as a parent and future student. I loved the whole experience from the Leadership experience to chapel to next steps. I thoroughly enjoyed hearing students stories- they were genuine, heart warming and impactful. I’m overjoyed the Lord has led my daughter to ORU, it’s going to be a great journey!

High School Senior

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It was AMAZING to be on campus, you could feel the presence of the Lord there! I attend a private Christian school that acknowledges the spirit, but does not fully walk in the gifts of the spirit and it was so good to experience a community of peers like that. I am leader at school, but I often feel isolated and out of place there, but I did not feel that while I was here. I know ORU will position me where I won't have to always pour out, but constantly be poured into as well.

Transfer Student

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My mother and I were ready to give up on finding a good college and we didn’t know much about ORU but weren’t gonna get our hopes up, but it was amazing! Everyone was so kind and we really felt the presence of the Holy Spirit the whole time and we felt a peace the whole time. We really feel that ORU is the place for me. I can’t wait to start!