Mid-America Christian University
Gulf Coast Bible College
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73170-9797
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for business — excellent value
Mid-America Christian University is a private institution in Oklahoma City with particular strength in business and psychology.
A small campus of 1.5K undergraduates with a 13:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
33% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $46,116 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $17,123.
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Evangels
History & Fun Facts
- •Gaulke established the institution with the help of the First Church of God.
- •In the fall of 1955, the curriculum of the institution was expanded to that of a four-year university and the name was changed to Gulf Coast Bible College.
- •In 1966, Gulf-Coast Bible College became an associate member of the American Association of Bible Colleges and was granted full membership in 1968.
- •The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, the regional accrediting association, granted full accreditation in 1978.
- •The Gulf Coast Bible College became a general agency of the Church of God (Anderson) in June 1968.
Source: Wikipedia
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Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
52.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$15,444
Programs (51)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
70%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
11
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from OK state average + large city premium