Visa & Pre-Arrival

Now that you are admitted to Oklahoma City University, it's time to prepare for your arrival on campus! Here is a checklist to help you get started!

1. Log in to BlueLink and set up your student email account: You should have received your BlueLink ID and password as well as your OCU Email and password by email shortly after you were admitted. If you did not, please contact your admission counselor! BlueLink is where you will find important information about your enrollment, financial aid, announcements, and more. Your OCU email is how we will notify you of important information that you need to know. Both should be used regularly! If you have problems logging in to BlueLink or Email, contact Campus Technology at 405-208-5555
2. Apply for University Housing: Students who are over the age of 21 have the option to find off-campus housing. Students are strongly encouraged to make housing arrangements prior to arriving in Oklahoma City. Students who would like to live on campus should complete housing applications for the OCU dormitories or Cokesbury Court Apartments. See more details below.
3. Prepare to submit your final official documents: If you have completed coursework since you submitted your application, please have your previous school send your final official transcript to OCU. Original documents are required at the time of enrollment, so please be sure to bring original transcripts, diplomas, and financial documents with you when you travel to OCU. Official test scores must also be submitted (TOEFL, PTE, GRE, etc.). OCU's school code is 6543.
4. Immunizations: Oklahoma law requires all students to be vaccinated against Hepatitis B and MMR. Proof of vaccination is required at the time of enrollment. Review immunization requirements and prepare your documentation prior to your arrival in Oklahoma City.
5. Review the Campus Health Insurance Policy or apply for a Health Insurance Waiver: OCU requires all students to maintain health insurance coverage. You will automatically be enrolled in the OCU Student Health Insurance Plan when you enroll for classes and it is automatically billed to your student account each semester. You should carefully review information about the Student Health Insurance Plan before your arrival. If you already have health insurance coverage that meets the insurance requirements, you can request a waiver by sending your insurance policy details to Kelley Hinkle: [email protected]
6. Book your flight: Oklahoma City University is located only 10 miles from the Will Rogers World Airport (OKC).
7. Request an Airport Pickup / Notify your counselor that your visa is approved: We can help! Let us know you are coming!
8. Follow the International Admissions Office on Facebook!

We have prepared some information to help you with the process of applying for your visa as well as other immigration basics that we encourage you to review before you arrive in the U.S.

Please see "Obtaining Your Student Visa" on our Immigration Page for more information.

Airport Shuttle service from the airport is available for our students through Airport Express. There is a charge for this service that you will be responsible for. You will need to pay by cash or credit card to the driver. The cost of the service for transportation to OCU:

• $25.00 for 1 passenger
• $3.00 for each additional passenger. Please carry the Arrival Information form with you at all times until you arrive on campus at OCU. Once you arrive at Will Rogers Airport in OKC, proceed to baggage claim to retrieve your baggage. Head out the doors outside baggage claim and cross the street to the shuttle pickup lane where you will be picked up. The Airport Express Shuttle is a blue van with yellow lettering. If your flight is delayed please call the 24 hour toll-free Airport Express number: 1-877-688-3311 or visit the website.

Students are strongly encouraged to make housing arrangements prior to arriving in Oklahoma City. Students who would like to live on campus should complete housing applications for the OCU dormitories or Cokesbury Court Apartments. Students who are over the age of 21 have the option to find off-campus housing.

• On-campus housing is limited! You are encouraged to submit housing applications as far in advance as possible. The earlier you make your application for on-campus housing, the better your chances are of securing a room on campus.
• Click here for the OCU Housing Portal to begin your housing application. A $250 housing processing fee is required to guarantee your housing assignment.

For more information about housing and residence life, call the housing office at (405) 208-6363, or e-mail us at [email protected].

Oklahoma City University does not have temporary housing available on campus. You will need to make hotel accommodations if:

• You have not yet made living arrangements.
• You are not able to move into your off-campus residence due to late or weekend arrival.
• You arrive on campus after hours and are not able to move into on-campus housing.

Click here to view area hotels that provide special rates for OCU students.

Stars Week or New Student Orientation is the place to be the week before classes begin.

New International Student Orientation is mandatory for all new international students including J1 exchange students. The dates of orientation are listed in your acceptance letter, and you will be notified through email about the time and location. Many departments also hold orientation events prior to the start of classes. Please be sure to check your email and to review the Stars Week Schedule for other events you may be required to attend.

Many departments also hold orientation events prior to the start of classes. Please be sure to check your email and to review the Stars Week Schedule for other events you may be required to attend.

OCU's International Student Association celebrates students from around the world that have joined our campus community. Students from all nationalities and backgrounds are invited to join! Please follow us on Facebook for information about upcoming events!

The Oklahoma City University campus is located within an easy driving distance of a wide range of cultural, educational, civic, entertainment, sporting, shopping, and dining opportunities.

Visit the OCU Visitor's page for helpful information about the climate, tourism, and things to do around OKC!