The University of Tulsa acquires Fab Lab Tulsa

The University of Tulsa has announced the acquisition of Fab Lab Tulsa, which provides access to digital fabrication tools and resources throughout the community through membership and programming. The move is part of TU’s ongoing efforts to promote innovation and aligns with the university’s global reputation in engineering, computer science, and the creative arts. “We […]

Unique organizational studies program offers expansive opportunities

At roughly 75 majors, organizational studies is one of the largest majors in The University of Tulsa’s Kendall College of Arts & Sciences. From social sciences, media, and arts to business administration, the program provides students a wide range of knowledge and skills, rather than limiting them to a single discipline. But as a so-called […]

TU Law celebrates alumna Sara Hill’s historic confirmation to federal bench

The University of Tulsa’s College of Law congratulates alumna Sara Hill (JD ’03) as she becomes the first Native American woman to serve as a federal judge in Oklahoma. This historic appointment marks a significant milestone in the state’s legal landscape. The U.S. Senate on Tuesday voted overwhelmingly to confirm Hill, who fills a vacant […]

New faculty member brings expertise and INSPIRE lab to Psychology Department

The University of Tulsa Department of Psychology has a wide variety of faculty-led research labs. From the Exposure, Relaxation & Rescripting Therapy for Chronic Nightmares study to the Psychophysiology Laboratory for Affective Neuroscience lab, TU offers students the opportunity to participate in ongoing research and even publish their findings. New to Kendall College of Arts […]

More than 60 years of James Joyce Quarterly

Legend has it that Thomas Staley, former provost of The University of Tulsa, founded the James Joyce Quarterly, fondly known as JJQ, in his garage. Or was it his kitchen table? That was more than 60 years ago, and since then the journal has become an internationally esteemed publication known for its publishing of critical […]

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Programs in Energy

Empower your career, lead your way and join a new generation of energy professionals.

While our energy department has strong ties to the oil and gas sector, our programs reflect the philosophy that the energy industry is an evolving field and must be viewed from a long-term, sustainable perspective. Guided by a diverse group of faculty, you will receive advanced training in upstream, midstream, and downstream oil and gas business functions and operations.

Our rigorous and interdisciplinary coursework combines traditional academic expertise with practical experience, allowing you to investigate various aspects of other industry sectors, including alternative fuels, power, and energy efficiency.

We offer undergraduate and graduate programs taught in small groups by our expert faculty, who are active in numerous professional associations and engage in research at the intersection of business, science, and technology.

#1 University in Oklahoma, WSJ

$120K + Annual Median Pay for Energy Managers

100% Success Rate for Energy Business Programs

100% Employment Rate for Energy Business Graduates

Degrees Offered

Energy Management, B.S.B.A.

Energy Minor

Energy Transition Minor

Energy Transition, M.E.

Energy Business, M.E.B.

Professional Opportunities

Our graduates are well-prepared for job opportunities in wide-ranging industries, including oil and gas companies, pipeline and storage companies, refining and marketing companies, utilities, and financial institutions. There are numerous opportunities to learn from TU faculty, industry practitioners, and other experts with direct experience working in the energy sector. TU offers industry-related internships, both during the academic school year and summer.

Alumni employers include XTO Energy, Kaiser-Francis, Devon Energy, Chevron, Anadarko Petroleum Corp., Delta Air Lines, Williams, Cimarex Energy, Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality, and others.

Energy Management

Job opportunities:

Petroleum land manager
Futures trader
Environmental manager
Gas marketing representative
Land manager power trader

Energy Business

Job opportunities:

Operations landman
Petroleum land manager
Environmental manager
Business development director
Reservoir engineer

Beyond the Classroom

EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
STUDENT ENGAGEMENT
SOCIAL JUSTICE & SERVICE
JOB PLACEMENT

Set the stage for lifelong learning and success.

Learning is an individualized journey that extends far beyond a major or the walls of a classroom. TU’s Office of Integrative and Experiential Learning (OIEL) provides opportunities for scholars to enliven their studies through global education, research, scholarship, and interdisciplinary programs. Our real-world academic enrichment opportunities are designed to challenge students and enhance their personal and professional educational experience.

Experiential Learning
Make your TU experience as rich and diverse as you like.

TU students have abundant opportunities to get involved with clubs and organizations to develop new skills, meet new friends, and make lifetime memories. From international clubs, music groups, and intramural sports to Greek life, student government, and on-campus leadership, there’s truly something for everyone at TU. Our multi-faceted extracurricular options perfectly complement our multidisciplinary academic approach.

Student Organizations
Be the change you want to see.

TU encourages students to give back to the community and see societal problems through a different lens. In considering issues ranging from low-income to racial biases, students analyze the intricacies of cyclical social issues to gain broader perspectives and insights, which they can share with others and act on in the community.

Civic Engagement
Pursue success with confidence — backed by TU’s job placement guarantee.

TU is committed to our students’ professional success, which is why our Center for Career Development, aka CaneCareers, offers a job placement guarantee program. We promise that students who follow the program will land an entry-level job in their chosen field or continue their education within six months of graduation, or we’ll give them a free semester of grad school.

Job Placement

Learn more about the college

At TU’s Collins College of Business, our mission is to empower the next generation of business leaders. Our faculty offer a personalized, transformative curriculum that prepares you to become forward-thinking problem solvers in this rapidly changing world.

Collins College of Business