The University of Tulsa, founded in 1894, is a private institution. It is Oklahoma''s oldest private university, offering a comprehensive education with a personal touch. TU is committed to increasing its already substantial opportunities for collaborative research, internships, off-campus studies and original research. Programs are offered through the Colleges of Arts and Sciences, Business Administration, and Engineering and Applied Sciences. Students choose the university for its small classes, academic support services, a global perspective and a chance to get involved. Its 200-acre campus is located in Tulsa, 100 miles northeast of Oklahoma City.