University of Tulsa to cut degree programs, reorganize into 'professional super college' [View all]

A reorganization intended to bolster the University of Tulsa’s reputation for undergraduate education while trimming administrative costs and low-demand academic programs was revealed to TU faculty, staff and students Thursday morning.

The plan, referred to as a “reimagining” in the report submitted by a review committee, includes grouping the business, health and law colleges together in a “professional super college,” creating a “university studies” program for all incoming freshmen, and additional academic and social supports for students.

“Every piece of this is focused on student success,” TU Provost Janet Levit said in an interview.

The reorganization comes with a 2% pay increase for all TU employees — and a substantial pruning of degree options.

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