International Student Life - Center for Global Engagement
International Student & Scholar Services

International Student Life

Need a study break? You don’t need to go far. There’s plenty to do at TU!

  • Green spaces for autumn strolls, winter snowmen or springtime soccer
  • Exercise and play sports in the Collins Fitness Center
  • Cheer for 17 Golden Hurricane Divison One intercollegiate teams
  • Lectures by renowned authors, scientists, journalists and performers, e.g., Common, Nina Totenberg, Michael Ondaatje, Richard Preston, Azar Nafisi, Dennis Lahane, etc.

You can participate in more than 200 campus organizations including honor societies, pre-professional associations, special interest groups and community service projects.

  • Student Organizations

    There are over 200 student organizations on campus, including international student clubs, academic and social clubs, student government, and recreational sports. The University’s intramural sports program offers participation in over 30 different sports including tennis, volleyball, soccer and racquetball. Additionally, most student organizations host field trips, parties and other social functions.

    The Association for International Students at TU is ready to welcome you to the University of Tulsa.

    Learn more about the TU International Experience

     

  • Countries Represented

    The University of Tulsa is home to students from countries around the world. Check the list below to see how many students from your home country are here at TU.

    Number of International Students by Country

    CountryStudents
    Angola4
    Argentina2
    Australia5
    Austria4
    Azerbaijan5
    Bangladesh1
    Belgium1
    Brazil4
    Bulgaria2
    Cameroon1
    Canada9
    China71
    Colombia4
    Congo1
    Egypt2
    Estonia1
    France5
    Gambia1
    Germany10
    Greece2
    Hong Kong1
    Hungary1
    Iceland2
    India20
    Indonesia2
    Iran7
    Ireland8
    Italy3
    Japan1
    Kazakhstan4
    Kenya1
    Korea, South6
    Kuwait28
    Lebanon1
    Mexico5
    Myanmar
    		1
    Nepal8
    Netherlands2
    New Zealand3
    Nigeria7
    Norway1
    Pakistan4
    Papua New Guinea1
    Poland2
    Portugal2
    Qatar1
    Russia2
    Saudi Arabia20
    Serbia1
    Singapore1
    Slovenia1
    Spain9
    Sri Lanka2
    Sweden3
    Taiwan1
    Thailand2
    Trinidad & Tobago1
    Turkey6
    Ukraine3
    United Arab Emirates4
    United Kingdom26
    Venezuela 3
    Vietnam4
  • Safety Tips

    Practice Safety at Home

    • Whether you live on-campus or off-campus and whether you live in a residence hall, apartment, or house, always lock your doors and windows while you are away and at night.
    • Never open the door for strangers. If you didn’t invite the person, do not open the door unless they are a member of Campus Security, Housing staff, Maintenance/Physical Plant, or the Tulsa Police Department (verified by an official badge).
    • If a stranger has come to your door and you feel threatened, call Security (918-631-5555) on campus or Tulsa Police (911) off campus.

    Protect Your Valuables

    • Never leave your personal property unattended, regardless of whether you are on or off campus.
    • Keep your car doors locked at all times and never leave valuables in plain sight inside your vehicle.
    • You should get in the habit of writing down serial numbers for property like laptop computers, cell phones, cameras, etc. If any of these items are stolen, the serial number may be used to help track it down.

    Be Aware of Your Surroundings When Walking

    • Whether you are walking on-campus or off-campus, stay alert to your surroundings.
    • Watch what is in front of you and do not allow yourself to be distracted by your phone.
    • When walking off-campus, it is best to walk in groups and to stay on busy, well-lighted streets.
    • When you pass people on the street, make eye contact. You might even smile and say “hello.”
    • Don’t accept rides with strangers, and if someone in a vehicle asks for directions, keep a safe distance from the vehicle.
    • If you feel unsafe walking across campus at night, you can call Campus Security (918-631-5555) and request an escort.

    Call Security!

    • ALWAYS call Campus Security (918-631-5555) if you feel threatened or see suspicious activity on campus.
    • It is fine if you call Security and the activity turns out not to be suspicious or criminal in nature. It is better to be safe than sorry!
  • Campus Housing

    student studying in apartment clubhouseAll first and second-year undergraduate students and Pathway to Academics students are expected to live on The University of Tulsa campus and participate in a university meal plan. This policy applies to students who are not yet 21 years old or not married.

    Learn more about campus housing and view residence hall details at the campus housing website.

    Complete the housing and dining application online at Canelink.

    A $250 housing deposit is required to confirm the contract and should be paid with a credit card during the online housing application process.