About Anderson University
From the Valley, Ravens Rise
Transfer to Anderson from Oakland City University. Let’s explore how to continue your Journey at Anderson University.
Anderson is a Place Where You’ll Be Known and Supported
We understand that the news of Oakland City University’s closure brings uncertainty. At Anderson University, we’re here to help you continue your degree and your calling, within a Christ-centered community that values both faith and academic excellence. AU is a different kind of Christian university, where every student is seen and known. Our goal is to make your transfer as seamless as possible, so you can finish strong and stay focused on what matters most: your purpose and your future.
Your Path to Anderson
We’ve simplified the process for Oakland City University students:
Fast Application
Credit Evaluation
Scholarship Matches
Academic Advising
Financial Aid & Oakland City University
Anderson University is committed to helping Oakland City University students continue their education with clarity, compassion, and financial stability. To make your transition seamless, AU has created a dedicated Oakland City University (OCU) Scholarship for undergraduate students and is competitively priced for graduate business students. If you have any questions, contact Admissions at info@anderson.edu.
Undergraduate Students:
- Oakland City University Scholarship — $9,700 per year. All eligible transfer students from Lourdes University will receive an OCU merit Scholarship. This award reflects our commitment to honoring your investment and helping you finish strong at a Christ-centered university. Note: The OCU Scholarship is non-stackable with other Anderson University institutional aid, but it will stack with your transfer scholarship listed next.
- Transfer Scholarship — up to $5,000 per year. In addition to the OCU Scholarship, AU will provide you a transfer scholarship to help reduce the financial stress of your unexpected college transition.
- Renewable for up to eight undergraduate semesters. Both scholarships are renewable for a maximum of eight semesters, provided students maintain satisfactory academic progress.
- Eligibility Window: This offer is available exclusively to students transferring to Anderson University for, or prior to, the Fall 2026 semester.
Why Anderson?
You are called to become someone. The years you spend in college are among the most formative of your life. Explore Anderson.
- A different kind of Christian University — rooted in truth and grace.
- Ranked among America’s top colleges for business, nursing, cybersecurity, and education.
- Just 45 minutes northeast of Indianapolis, with small classes and big opportunities.
- A place where your education intersects with faith and purpose.
What's Anderson Like?
Academic Programs
You’ll find many of your Oakland City University undergraduate majors at Anderson University. Among our 60+ undergraduate programs are many of the majors you’re already familiar with, several of which are listed below. We also offer distinctive programs in artificial intelligence, cinema and media arts, cybersecurity, engineering, musical theatre, and more.
Big News. 2 Words. Tuition Freeze.
Anderson University has announced a tuition freeze for traditional and transfer undergraduate students effective for the 2027-28 academic year.
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