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- School Code: 398500
- Phone: (918) 293-4678
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ACCEPTANCE RATE
68.29%FINANCIAL AID RATE
90%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
16:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
32FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$16,118Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Cinematography And Film Program
The cinematography and film program at Oral Roberts University prepares students for careers as visual communicators on a professional video production team or independent filmmaker and multimedia producer. The program focuses on communication of dramatic information, ideas, moods, and feelings through film and video. Program courses include: theory, technology and equipment operation, production, directing, editing, cinematographic art, audio, techniques for specific types of film/video, computer recording/enhancement applications, special effects, and planning and management of operations. Get more details below including other Oklahoma colleges that offer cinematography and film program.
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Oral Roberts University (ORU)
1801 E 4th St, Okmulgee, OK
About
Oral Roberts University, located in Tulsa, Oklahoma, is a private four year institution founded in 1963 as a result of a mandate received by evangelist Oral Roberts from God to establish an educational institution. The school began operations in 1963 and received its accreditation in 1971 from the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Schools and the Association of Theological Schools in the United States and Canada.
In 2007 the school was burdened by debt and having difficulty meeting its financial obligations. By 2009 the school had received donations allowing the school to clear its debts and operate without that burden. Since that time the school has utilized its resources to upgrade campus facilities, add additional buildings, refine programs and offer a better educational experience overall for students.
Academics
Oral Roberts University offers a large number of programs for potential students. These programs provide a complete education, including spiritual guidance as outlined by the school's policy. As a faith based institution, students are asked to approach subjects from a variety of perspectives, including a Christian one.
Students may pursue undergraduate and graduate programs. The school believes in providing the best education possible for its students, and as such provides opportunities and facilities that are conducive to success and provided for in a Christian context.
Programs offered include:
- History
- Advertising
- Accounting
- Finance
- Early Childhood Education
- Elementary Education
- Nursing
- Psychology
- Social Work
- Biblical Literature
Admissions and Financial Aid
Students interested in enrollment at Oral Roberts University must have been in the top 40% of their graduating class and have at least a 2.6 GPA or a 52 on the GED. Additionally a minimum of 20 on the ACT or 940 on the SAT is required. Student will submit an application for review, and once received a determination on acceptance made and the student notified.
Financial aid is available in the form of loans and grants. Students in need of aid must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in order to determine eligibility and awards.
Athletics
The Oral Roberts University Golden Eagles participate in a number of intercollegiate athletics. Intercollegiate athletics offer students an opportunity to participate in a competitive environment that promotes good health and provides a fun atmosphere.
Athletic programs at Oral Roberts University:
- Basketball
- Golf
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Cross Country
- Track and Field
- Volleyball (Women Only)
- Baseball (Men Only)
Students Enrolled in the Cinematography And Film Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Oral Roberts University offers a bachelor's degree program in cinematography and film.
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
---|---|
Male | 5 |
Female | 7 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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Black | 3 |
Hispanic | 1 |
White | 5 |
Multiple Races | 1 |
Non Resident Alien | 1 |
Unknown | 1 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Upon completion of the Cinematography And Film program at ORU, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary
Description
Teach courses in drama, music, and the arts including fine and applied art, such as painting and sculpture, or design and crafts. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Producers
Description
Plan and coordinate various aspects of radio, television, stage, or motion picture production, such as selecting script, coordinating writing, directing and editing, and arranging financing.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, producers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.1% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Tulsa, OK
- Total Employment: 230
- Average Hourly Rate: $23.75
- Average Annual Salary: $49390
Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Motion Picture
Description
Operate television, video, or motion picture camera to record images or scenes for various purposes, such as TV broadcasts, advertising, video production, or motion pictures.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, camera operators, television, video, and motion picture employment is expected to grow at a rate of 2.0% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Tulsa, OK
- Average Hourly Rate: $19.21
- Average Annual Salary: $39950
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give you an idea of the applicants ORU accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Oral Roberts University may offer student services like those listed below:- Distance learning
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Employment search assistance
Intercollegiate Athletics
Oral Roberts University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division I without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (The Summit League)
- Basketball (The Summit League)
- Track and Field (The Summit League)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Volleyball