Oklahoma City University Athletics

Oklahoma City University competes in the NAIA, which offers athletic scholarships and competitive play without the massive crowds of Division I schools. The Stars field 17 varsity sports with 415 total athletes, meaning about 29% of students compete at the varsity level. The athletic department awards $3.56 million in scholarships annually. OCU competes in the Sooner Athletic Conference alongside other regional private schools. The university's athletic programs reflect its size and Methodist values, emphasizing both competition and character development. Basketball and soccer tend to draw the most campus attention. While the Stars don't command the same following as major college programs, they provide meaningful opportunities for nearly a third of the student body to compete while pursuing their degrees.