Norman & Oklahoma City

Norman, Oklahoma, is a classic college town filled with excitement and energy. Norman is the third-largest city in Oklahoma with an estimated 115,000 residents, which gives it both a small-town community and big-city resources. With a thriving local music scene and plenty of local shops and eateries, Norman is the perfect place for entertainment. 

Norman is only 30 minutes south of Oklahoma City, which is a hub of entertainment and also provides a great internship and job market for students. In fact, OKC is listed in the top 10 best big cities for jobs by Forbes Magazine. Many OKC restaurants, concert venues, movie theaters, and shopping districts are popular with Sooner students. Bricktown entertainment district is home to numerous dining and nightlife options and other attractions. Sports fans who can’t get their fill from Sooner sports alone can cheer on the Oklahoma City Thunder or the Oklahoma City Dodgers, a minor-league affiliate of the Los Angeles Dodgers. For those passionate about the arts, visit the Oklahoma City Ballet, the Oklahoma City Philharmonic, or the Paseo Arts District. Other popular OKC features include the Myriad Botanical Gardens, Plaza District, and Wheeler Park.