Analysis
Oklahoma Christian's engineering program appears positioned right in the middle of the pack based on national benchmarks. With estimated first-year earnings around $67,900 and debt near $26,500, the debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.39 suggests graduates would need about five months of gross income to cover their borrowing—a manageable figure that reflects engineering's strong return on investment. This tracks closely with what peer engineering programs produce across the country.
The challenge here is the lack of program-specific data, which points to relatively small graduating cohorts. That's not unusual for a school of Oklahoma Christian's size and selectivity (97% admission rate, modest test scores), but it does mean you're working with less certainty than you'd have at Oklahoma's larger engineering schools. The estimated earnings match what Oral Roberts University engineering graduates actually report, which provides some reassurance that these figures reflect Oklahoma's engineering market reasonably well.
For an anxious parent, the practical takeaway is this: engineering credentials typically produce solid returns regardless of where they're earned, and the estimated debt load here won't hamstring your graduate. However, you should verify the program's accreditation status, industry connections, and graduation rates directly with the school—particularly important at smaller programs where individual student support and employer relationships matter more than brand recognition.
Where Oklahoma Christian University Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all engineering bachelors's programs nationally
Compare to Similar Programs in Oklahoma
Engineering bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Oklahoma (3 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $25,900 | $67,911* | — | $26,459* | — | |
| $34,100 | $66,805* | — | $26,917* | 0.40 | |
| National Median | — | $67,911* | — | $26,056* | 0.38 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with engineering graduates
Architectural and Engineering Managers
Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers
Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary
Engineers, All Other
Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar
Mechatronics Engineers
Microsystems Engineers
Photonics Engineers
Robotics Engineers
Nanosystems Engineers
Wind Energy Engineers
Solar Energy Systems Engineers
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Oklahoma Christian University, approximately 30% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the national median of 47 similar programs. Actual outcomes may vary.