Overview
Comprised of five distinct schools and University College, Oklahoma Panhandle State University accepts a diverse collection of students from all educational backgrounds. The programs of study offered at OPSU lead to nearly 100 different baccalaureate and associate degrees. In addition to the baccalaureate opportunities, OPSU offers several pre-professional studies in selected fields. OPSU strives to enrich its student's lives educationally, personally, and socially. It is the hope that students matriculating at OPSU will receive life-long learning experiences that meet their needs, personally and vocationally.
Agriculture
The School of Agriculture offers programs of study leading toward the Bachelor of Science degree in Agribusiness, Vocational Agricultural Education, Agronomy, and Animal Science. Two-year Associate of Applied Science degrees in Farm and Ranch Management along with a two-year Associate of Science degree in Agriculture. Agriculture research is conducted by the school through the Oklahoma Panhandle Research and Extension Center.
Business and Technology
The study of Business and Technology at OPSU is based on the curriculum of five business degrees: Accounting, Business Administration (with concentrations in General Business, Management, Marketing, and Finance), Business Education, Computer Information Systems, Industrial Technology (with options in Industrial Technology and Industrial Management), and Technology (with an option in Computer Graphics). A common core curriculum of business courses was developed for all majors in Business, Accounting, and Computer Information Systems. Two-year degree programs offered include: Associate of Science in Business Administration, and Computer Information Systems, Associate of Applied Science in Technology (with options in Drafting, Industrial Technology, Metal Technology, Firefighting, and Technology).
Education
Oklahoma Panhandle State University, within the School of Education, offers courses leading to the Bachelor of Science degree in elementary education. Professional education course work required for the certification recommendations of elementary, secondary, and P-12 teachers in Oklahoma is also presented. Within this academic and professional structure, teacher education candidates are assigned and expected to complete experiences leading to successful teaching appointments. The academic course work cultivates an understanding of human learning and development and techniques of classroom management, pedagogy, and methodology appropriate for the instructional level of the certificate.
Liberal Arts
The School of Liberal Arts offers course work through which students may acquire an appreciation of a broad field of knowledge and values, learn effective communication through various media, develop self-expression through the arts, and work toward a wide variety of careers. Social Science, Communication, Art, and Music all comprise the broad School of Liberal Arts.
Science, Math, and Nursing
The School of Science, Mathematics, and Nursing has three departments: the Department of Science, which offers programs leading to the Bachelor of Science degrees in Biology, Chemistry, Physical Science, the Department of Mathematics and Physics with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics; and the Department of Nursing which offers a program leading to a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. A two-year program leading to an Associate of Science degree in General Studies with a concentration in science is offered by the school.
University College
At OPSU, the University College provides advisement and instruction in developmental coursework for students requiring academic assistance. Each student receives services based upon his or her individual needs and academic requirements. Courses are offered in small group settings with a combination of instructor led instruction and computer-assisted instruction. Course work is provided in areas of English, mathematics, and reading.