University of Central Oklahoma
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The University of Central Oklahoma (UCO) in Edmond is a leading metropolitan university renowned for its commitment to hands-on undergraduate education and strong professional connections to nearby Oklahoma City. The university is best known for its prestigious W. Roger Webb Forensic Science Institute—one of the nation's premier programs in the field—alongside highly regarded offerings in nursing, business, education, and the fine arts. A distinctive highlight of the student experience is the Academy of Contemporary Music (ACM@UCO), an innovative, real-world music industry program housed in downtown OKC. On campus, students enjoy an inclusive culture with over 200 active organizations, combining a accessible, community-focused feel with direct access to urban internships and career opportunities.
Wikipedia:The University of Central Oklahoma (UCO) is a public university in Edmond, Oklahoma, United States. It is Oklahoma's third-largest university, with more than 12,500 students and about 430 full-time and 400 adjunct faculty. Founded in 1890, UCO is one of the first institutions of higher learning to be established in what became the state of Oklahoma, making it one of the oldest universities in the southwest U.S. It is home to the American branch of the British Academy of Contemporary Music (ACM@UCO) in downtown Oklahoma City.
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