International FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Students who are not green card holders or citizens of the United States are considered international students. Oral Roberts University is proud to serve students from more than 145 nations, and we're ready to help you get a financial plan in place so that you can join our diverse campus community. Click below to find important information about ORU's cost of education.
Undergraduate
Cost of Education
Direct Costs |
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Per Semester |
Per Year |
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Tuition |
$17,600 |
$35,200 |
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Housing* |
$2,395 |
$4,790 |
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Food* |
$3,225 |
$6,450 |
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General Fee |
$655 |
$1,310 |
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Technology Fee |
$245 |
$490 |
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Academic Fee |
$175 |
$350 |
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International Student Fee |
$200 |
$400 |
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Total Direct Costs |
$24,495 |
$48,990 |
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- *The financial aid budgeted amount for Housing and Food is based on the cost of a meal plan and a standard double room. Your actual cost may change depending on the room type you select.
- The International Student Fee helps to cover exclusive services provided by the university to international students. These include: special events, such as new international student orientation and non-residential tax filing; immigration services from the university’s DSOs, including CPT and OPT applications; and the purchase and upkeep of software for immigration services.
- The general fee listed above covers matriculation and general student activities such as health services, campus security, campus publications, intramurals, library services, athletic events, and others.
- U.S. Department of Homeland Security requires that evidence of adequate financial support for educational expenses for a full year must be submitted to ORU before the University can issue a Form 1-20.
- If you are married and your spouse and/or children will accompany you to the U.S., please note that additional funds will be required. Support for your dependents must amount to $6,000 for a spouse and $4,000 for each child.
Graduate
Cost of Education
Full-time for programs within the Graduate School of Business is 9 credit hours per semester and 18 credit hours per year (Fall and Spring). The cost per credit hour is $840.
Master of Business Administration
(Traditional MBA only)
Direct Costs |
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| Per Semester | Per Year | |
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Tuition |
$7,560 | $15,120 |
| Books and Supplies | $720 | $1,670 |
| Full-Time General Fee | $655 | $1,310 |
| Technology Fee | $245 | $490 |
| International Student Fee | $200 | $400 |
| Total Estimated Direct Costs | $9,380 |
$18,760 |
Tuition and fees are based on the 2025 - 2026 academic year and are subject to change.
The International Student Fee helps to cover exclusive services provided by the university to international students. These include: special events, such as new international student orientation and non-residential tax filing; immigration services from the university’s DSOs, including CPT and OPT applications; and the purchase and upkeep of software for immigration services.
Masters Level Programs
(Residential Programs only)
Full-time for programs within the Graduate School of Theology & Ministry is 9 credit hours per semester and 18 credit hours per year (Fall and Spring). The cost per credit hour is $720.
Direct Costs |
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| Per Semester | Per Year | |
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Tuition |
$6,480 | $12,960 |
| Books and Supplies | $720 | $1,440 |
| Full-Time General Fee | $655 | $1,310 |
| Technology Fee | $245 | $490 |
| International Student Fee | $200 | $400 |
| Total Estimated Direct Costs | $8,300 |
$16,600 |
Tuition and fees are based on the 2025 - 2026 academic year and are subject to change.
The International Student Fee helps to cover exclusive services provided by the university to international students. These include: special events, such as new international student orientation and non-residential tax filing; immigration services from the university’s DSOs, including CPT and OPT applications; and the purchase and upkeep of software for immigration services.
Masters Level Programs
(Residential Programs only)
Full-time status for programs within the Graduate School of Education is 6 credit hours per semester and 12 credit hours per year (Fall and Spring). The cost per credit hour is $640.
Direct Costs |
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| Per Semester | Per Year | |
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Tuition |
$3,840 | $7,680 |
| Books and Supplies | $480 | $960 |
| Full-Time General Fee | $655 | $1,310 |
| Technology | $245 | $490 |
| International Student Fee | $200 | $400 |
| Total Estimated Direct Costs | $5,420 |
$10,840 |
Tuition and fees are based on the 2025 - 2026 academic year and are subject to change.
The International Student Fee helps to cover exclusive services provided by the university to international students. These include: special events, such as new international student orientation and non-residential tax filing; immigration services from the university’s DSOs, including CPT and OPT applications; and the purchase and upkeep of software for immigration services.
Masters Level Programs
(Residential Programs only)
Masters in Computer Science
Full-time for this programs is 9 credit hours per semester and 18 credit hours per year (Fall and Spring). The cost per credit hour is $895.
Direct Costs |
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| Per Semester | Per Year | |
| Tuition | $8,055 | $16,110 |
| Books and Supplies | $720 | $1,440 |
| Full-Time General Fee | $655 | $1,310 |
| Technology Fee | $245 | $490 |
| International Student Fee | $200 | $400 |
| Total Estimated Direct Costs | $9,875 | $19,750 |
Master of Sport and Leisure Administration
Full-time for the residential program is 6 credit hours per semester and 12 credit hours per year (Fall and Spring). The cost per credit hour is $765.
Direct Costs |
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| Per Semester | Per Year | |
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Tuition |
$4,590 | $9,180 |
| Books and Supplies | $480 | $960 |
| Full-Time General Fee | $655 | $1,310 |
| Technology Fee | $245 | $490 |
| International Student Fee | $200 | $400 |
| Total Estimated Direct Costs | $6,170 | $12,340 |
Tuition and fees are based on the 2025 - 2026 academic year and are subject to change.
The International Student Fee helps to cover exclusive services provided by the university to international students. These include: special events, such as new international student orientation and non-residential tax filing; immigration services from the university’s DSOs, including CPT and OPT applications; and the purchase and upkeep of software for immigration services.
Modular Courses
Please note: If you plan to enroll in modular courses, this will result in lesser budgetary allowances for living expenses. The per diem for modular students’ lodging/meals is $122 per day, with an additional $500 travel budget per trip to Tulsa. If you plan to enroll in online courses, there will be no allowance of housing/food/travel allowances in your financial aid package.
Leveling Courses
Some programs may require you to complete leveling courses. For example, if you plan on enrolling in the MBA program but do not have a bachelor's degree in business, you may have to complete leveling courses such as “Principles of Financial Accounting” before continuing on to core MBA courses.
| Degree/Program | Per Credit Hour | 3 Credit Hours |
| All residential master's level programs | $1,450 | $4,350 |
Doctoral
Cost of Education
Full-time for programs within the Graduate School of Education is 6 credit hours per semester and 12 credit hours per year (Fall and Spring). The cost per credit hour is $880.
Direct Costs |
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| Per Semester | Per Year | |
| Tuition | $5,280 | $10,560 |
| Books and Supplies | $480 | $960 |
| Full-Time General Fee | $655 | $1,310 |
| Technology Fee | $245 | $490 |
| International Student Fee | $200 | $400 |
| Total Estimated Direct Costs | $6,860 | $13,720 |
Tuition and fees are based on the 2025 - 2026 academic year and are subject to change.
The International Student Fee helps to cover exclusive services provided by the university to international students. These include: special events, such as new international student orientation and non-residential tax filing; immigration services from the university’s DSOs, including CPT and OPT applications; and the purchase and upkeep of software for immigration services.
Full-time for programs within the Graduate School of Theology & Ministry is 6 credit hours per semester and 18 credit hours per year (Fall, Spring, and Summer). The cost per credit hour is $750.
Direct Costs |
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| Per Semester | Per Year | |
| Tuition | $4,500 | $13,500 |
| Books and Supplies | $480 | $1,440 |
| Full-Time General Fee | $655 | $1,965 |
| Technology Fee | $245 | $490 |
| International Student Fee | $200 | $600 |
| Total Estimated Direct Costs | $6,080 | $18,240 |
Tuition and fees are based on the 2025 - 2026 academic year and are subject to change.
The International Student Fee helps to cover exclusive services provided by the university to international students. These include: special events, such as new international student orientation and non-residential tax filing; immigration services from the university’s DSOs, including CPT and OPT applications; and the purchase and upkeep of software for immigration services.
Full-time for programs within the Graduate School of Theology & Ministry is 6 credit hours per semester and 18 credit hours per year (Fall, Spring and Summer). The cost per credit hour is $800.
Direct Costs |
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| Per Semester | Per Year | |
| Tuition | $4,800 | $14,400 |
| Books and Supplies | $480 | $1,440 |
| Full-Time General Fee | $655 | $1,965 |
| Technology Fee | $245 | $490 |
| International Student Fee | $200 | $600 |
| Total Estimated Direct Costs | $6,380 | $19,140 |
Tuition and fees are based on the 2025 - 2026 academic year and are subject to change.
The International Student Fee helps to cover exclusive services provided by the university to international students. These include: special events, such as new international student orientation and non-residential tax filing; immigration services from the university’s DSOs, including CPT and OPT applications; and the purchase and upkeep of software for immigration services.
Contact Us
Office of Admissions 918.495.7448
7777 South Lewis Avenue 800.678.8876
Tulsa, OK 74171
fax: 918.495.6222
intladmissions@oru.edu