Ohio Christian University Fast Application

Personal / Contact Information

Please Note: Fields marked with * are required.

First Name*

Middle Name

Last Name*

Email Address:*
*For Trailblazer Academy applicants, please enter the email of the student, not a parent/guardian*

Phone Number:*

May we text you?

Yes

No

Mailing Address*

Country

Street

City

Region

Postal Code

Birthdate*

Sex:*

Female

Male

Race / Ethnicity

Universities are asked by the federal government and accrediting organizations to document the ethnic/racial background of their students. For this reason, we ask you to answer the following.

What is your race and/or ethnicity?*
Select all that apply and/or enter additional details in the 'Other' box provided

Enter, for example, Navajo Nation, Blackfeet Tribe of the Blackfeet Indian Reservation of Montana, Native Village of Barrow Inupiat Traditional Government, Nome Eskimo Community, Aztec, Maya, etc.*

Enter, for example, Pakistani, Hmong, Afghan, etc. *

Enter, for example, Trinidadian and Tobagonian, Ghanaian, Congolese, etc. *

Enter, for example, Colombian, Honduran, Spaniard, etc. *

Enter, for example, Moroccan, Yemeni, Kurdish, etc. *

Enter, for example, Chuukese, Palauan, Tahitian, etc. *

Enter, for example, French, Swedish, Norwegian, etc. *

Are you a U.S. Citizen?*

Yes

No

[HIDDEN] US Citizen

Please select your Citizenship:*

Are you a U.S. Permanent Resident? *

Yes

No

Is English your native/first language?

Program and Degree Information

Please select one of OCU's programs below. Be sure to review the program description to make sure it's the right fit for you!

Program Type:*

Adult and Graduate Studies Program:

Over 45 associate, bachelor’s and master’s degrees offered in an accelerated format designed for busy adults. Classes are offered 100% online.

Undergraduate Campus Program (17-24 year old students – Weekday Classes on Main Campus):

A Christ-centered academic community offering associate and bachelor’s degrees in over 40 majors. Live on campus or commute for weekday classes at our main campus in Circleville, Ohio.

Online Plus Program (17-24 year old students - Online Classes with Optional Experiences):

An online bachelor’s degree program designed for 17-24 year-old students. Classes are offered 100% online with options to complete U.S. and global internships, spend a semester on campus and more.

Trailblazer Academy Program (Current High School Students – College Credit Plus/Dual Enrollment Program):

Current high school students can complete college classes for both high school and college credit before graduating high school. In Ohio, it’s called College Credit Plus (CCP).

When would you like to start your program at OCU?

What type of student would you be when beginning at OCU? *

Have you been in contact with an OCU Recruiter?

Yes

No

Please list your Recruiter's name here:

Have you taken Dual Enrollment or College Credit Plus courses before?

Yes

No

Select campus*

Major *

Major*

Major* (Major you are interested in studying when you go to college)

Business Concentration*

Master of Business Administration Concentration*

Master of Leadership Concentration*

Master in Ministry Concentration*

Minor optional

Ministry Programs Application

Ohio Christian University’s ministry programs are designed to prepare students to be faithful witnesses for Christ in churches and parachurch ministries that are theologically orthodox and biblically grounded. The purpose of this application is to help us understand your relationship with Christ, your commitment to ministry, and your theological beliefs. This helps to ensure that we admit students who will benefit from and contribute to the core values of our ministry student community.

Statement of Faith

Please share how you came to repent and place your faith in Christ.

Please share how you are growing as a follower of Christ.

Please share your current church involvement, including your current church name and location.

Commitment to Ministry

Please discuss the ministry experiences that you have had to this point and explain why you are interested in pursuing a degree in ministry. (2-4 paragraphs)

Commitment to Christian Orthodoxy

Please review the OCU Statement of Faith and indicate how your own beliefs relate to it. https://www.ohiochristian.edu/about/faith

I fully agree with this statement.

I have a question about the following elements of this statement:

I disagree with the following elements of this statement:

Please explain.

Please review the OCU Diversity Statement and indicate how your own beliefs relate to it. https://www.ohiochristian.edu/about/faith *

I fully agree with this statement.

I have a question about the following elements of this statement:

I disagree with the following elements of this statement:

Please explain.

Please review the OCU statement on Human Sexuality and indicate how your own beliefs relate to it. https://www.ohiochristian.edu/human-sexuality-statement

I fully agree with this statement.

I have a question about the following elements of this statement:

I disagree with the following elements of this statement:

Please explain.

I am aware that this program does not lead to licensure or certification and that I will need access to a K-12 classroom setting to complete the program.

Teacher Education Concentration (Pre-K-5) optional

Teacher Education Concentration (Grades 4-9)

Teacher Education Concentration (Grades 7-12)

Teacher Education Concentration (Grades K-12) optional

Entry Term *

When would you like to start classes? *

Are you interested in a summer session? *

Yes

No

Previous Education

Have you previously been enrolled at Ohio Christian University?

Highest Education Completed*

High School Graduation Year*

High School Name *

High School Degree / Diploma attained:

High School G.P.A. (Self Reported)

College Name *

College G.P.A. (Self Reported)

Previous School Name #1*

Institution #1 Type*
(Please select "Undergrad" if you are reporting CCP / Dual enrollment credits)

Degree / Diploma attained #1:*

Add an additional Institution?

Add additional Institution

Previous School Name #2

Institution #2 Type*
(Please select "Undergrad" if you are reporting CCP / Dual enrollment credits)

Degree / Diploma attained #2:

Add an additional Institution? 3

Add additional Institution

Previous School Name #3

Institution #3 Type*
(Please select "Undergrad" if you are reporting CCP / Dual enrollment credits)

Degree / Diploma attained #3:

Add an additional Institution?

Add additional Institution

Previous School Name #4

Institution #4 Type*

Degree / Diploma attained #4:

ACT Scores

ACT Composite Score

SAT Scores

SAT R - Total Score

CLT Scores

CLT - Total Score

Supplemental Questions

Parent/Legal Guardian First Name *

Parent/Legal Guardian Last Name *

Parent/Legal Guardian Relationship Type *

Parent/Legal Guardian Email *

Parent/Legal Guardian Phone

Are you interested in playing a collegiate sport?

Yes

No

Which sport are you primarily interested in playing?

Which sport is your secondary interest?

Housing Plans*

In order to be approved to commute, one of the following qualifying conditions must be met:

You are commuting from the home of an immediate relative (Parent, Sibling, or Guardian) within 30 miles from OCU main campus
You are married or have kids
You are 21 years of age or older by the first day of classes of the semester & you are not on academic, social, or spiritual probation

If you do not meet any of these criteria, there will be an appeal process you can go through if you still want to commute.

Do you know where you'll be living as a commuter?

In order to be approved to commute, one of the following qualifying conditions must be met:

You are commuting from the home of an immediate relative (Parent, Sibling, or Guardian) within 30 miles from OCU main campus
You are married or have kids
You are 21 years of age or older by the first day of classes of the semester & you are not on academic, social, or spiritual probation

If you do not meet any of these criteria, there will be an appeal process you can go through if you still want to commute.

Do you know where you'll be living as a commuter?

Yes

No

Please provide the address you will be commuting from below.

Country

Street

City

Region

Postal Code

Please provide the city/town you intend to live in:

Have you ever been dismissed or asked to withdraw from any educational institution?

Yes

No

Explanation*

Have you ever been convicted of a felony?

Yes

No

Explanation*

Have you used alcohol, drugs, or tobacco within the last year?

Yes

No

Explanation*

Briefly describe your personal relationship with Christ (limit 250 words)*

Are you a member of a Churches of Christ and Christian Union (CCCU) Church?

Yes

No

Please tell us the name of your current church:

Please tell us the name of the CCCU Church you attend:

Financial Aid

Please enter your Social Security Number (Required for Financial Aid Processing):*
Note: Please do not type dashes or spaces. 9 characters required.

Please select all that apply:

I expect to receive employer reimbursement.

I expect to receive military tuition benefits.

I plan to complete / have completed the FAFSA for the current year.

Military Affiliation:

Payment Plan

"Option B" - Ohio State Funding

"Option A" - Self Pay

Combination

Do you attend a Christian school or Homeschool?

Yes

No

I am the child of a pastor or a missionary.

Yes

No

I have a parent that graduated from or a sibling currently attending OCU.

Yes

No

Please enter his/her name and relationship to you.

Do you live in one of the following Ohio counties: Hocking, Fairfield, Fayette, Franklin, Licking, Madison, Pickaway, Pike or Ross?

Yes

No

Referred by:

If other, please explain

Technology Agreement

System Requirements:

Students taking online courses access course materials and submit assignments using an online learning management system. Students may use either a Windows or Apple computer provided the computer meets the minimum hardware and software requirements noted below:

OS - Windows 10 or 11 (64-bit version) or OSX 10.15+
Processor - Intel Core i3, i5, or higher
RAM - 4 GB
128 GB internal drive
Internet access - 5 Mbps or higher download speed
Current Web browser - requires an up-to-date version of Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, or Safari
Speakers, microphone, and webcam
Microsoft Office 365™ - students and faculty receive free licenses to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

NOTE: Some disciplines utilize software that requires a Windows operating system, such as Business requires Access™.
Students choosing to use Apple products are responsible for ensuring they have access to a computer capable of running the necessary Windows operating system and software required for their courses.

Technology Agreement *

I agree to, and am able to meet Ohio Christian University's technology requirements

Confirmation and Signature

Registration Agreement

Once this enrollment application is completed and accepted, students can be registered for courses for their first start term. The schedule for this term will be sent to the student by email and will be available in the students’ portal. Students may change their registration for their first term classes prior to their start term date per the procedures noted in the OCU Academic Catalog.

By Checking this box, I agree to the above statement

Lifestyle Standards and Confirmation

I acknowledge and understand that my signature on this application certifies that the information provided in this application and any supplemental materials submitted in connection with my application to Ohio Christian University are true, authentic, accurate, and complete. I understand that the penalties for misrepresentation or providing false information may include suspension and/or expulsion.

I acknowledge and understand that my signature on this application certifies that the information provided in this application and any supplemental materials submitted in connection with my application to Ohio Christian University are true, authentic, accurate, and complete. I understand that the penalties for misrepresentation or providing false information may include suspension and/or expulsion. I have read and agree to abide by Ohio Christian University's Lifestyle Standards listed below:

Ohio Christian University students are encouraged to exemplify Christ in their words and actions by respecting other students, staff and faculty and fostering a positive and loving community

Ohio Christian University does not permit alcohol consumption on or off campus for students of any age

Ohio Christian University does not permit illicit substance use of any kind

I agree to abide by Ohio Christian University's Biblical Sexuality Statement

Ohio Christian University’s Biblical Sexuality Statement.

I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

Please click here to view Ohio Christian University’s Biblical Sexuality Statement.

Electronic Signature *

Ohio Christian University is fully compliant with ADA Section 504 & Title IX. Please visit www.ohiochristian.edu/compliance for more details.

Our university Title IX Coordinator can be reached at 1476 Lancaster Pike, Circleville, Ohio 43113. Or contacted by phone at 740.414.4551, by FAX at 740.500.0687, or by email at titleix@ohiochristian.edu.

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Ohio Christian University Fast Application

Personal / Contact Information

Program and Degree Information

Adult and Graduate Studies Program:

Undergraduate Campus Program (17-24 year old students – Weekday Classes on Main Campus):

Online Plus Program (17-24 year old students - Online Classes with Optional Experiences):

Trailblazer Academy Program (Current High School Students – College Credit Plus/Dual Enrollment Program):

Previous Education

Supplemental Questions

Financial Aid

Technology Agreement

System Requirements:

Confirmation and Signature

Registration Agreement

Lifestyle Standards and Confirmation