Bedford Center
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Bedford Center is a branch of Oakland City University located in Bedford, Indiana, which is approximately 70 miles south of Indianapolis. It was established in 1977 to meet the needs of the local community. Since its beginnings, the campus has grown in size, facilities, and programs. Enrollment is sufficient enough to offer both associate and bachelor's degrees. The Center is now located in a large, historic limestone structure located at 405 "I" Street. The University is continually adding to the facility. It has a computer laboratory, library, and learning resource center and classrooms. Cooperative graduate and undergraduate classes have been established with Purdue University and Ball State University.
Oakland City University is committed to the missions of its Bedford Branch which is to provide curriculum that meets the particular needs of the Bedford area and, to promote an academic program of integrity within the context of Christian values. It offers traditional degrees as was as Accelerated Adult Degrees.
Oakland City University, Bedford
405 "I" Street
Bedford, IN 47421
Phone: (812) 279-8126 or (812) 855-4138
Toll Free: (877) 707-6282
Fax: (812) 279-6210
Evansville Center
Oakland City University offers Accelerated Adult Degrees at its Evansville Center Campus located at 110 South Green River Road (by the Home Life Suites Hotel). This campus focuses on our School of Adult and Extended Learning. Courses may be completed in as little as five weeks, attending only one class each week. Degree programs may be completed in less than eighteen months.
Many working adults no longer have time for traditional college programs. Some hope to earn their college degree "someday." Others need college credentials to attain management and leadership positions within their companies. With just these people in mind, Oakland City University Evansville offers accelerated degree completion programs.
Students learn business techniques and communication skills that may be applied immediately in the workplace. Often, students are promoted or achieve new positions while still attending the program.
Oakland City University, Evansville Center
110 South Green River Rd.
Evansville, IN 47715
(800)559-9212 or (812)479-6808.
Indianapolis Center
Oakland City University also offers
Accelerated Adult Degrees at its
Indianapolis Center Campus located on East 75th Street in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Oakland City University, Indianapolis
6330 E. 75th Street,
Suite 136
Indianapolis, IN 46250
(317) 842-6462
1-866-314-6462
Prison Ministries
The University was invited to establish extension centers at Branchville Correctional Facility in 1993, at Rockville Correctional Facility in 1999, the New Castle Correctional Center in 2003, and the Indiana Women's Correctional Facility in 2005. Associate degrees in general studies, culinary arts, computer aided design, and business as well as a Bachelor's degree in business are offered at both sites. In addition, heating, air conditioning& refrigeration, and welding are available at BCF.
Maps and Directions
Oakland City University's Main Campus is located in the rolling hills of Southern Indiana. within close driving distance of several metropolitan areas including: Evansville (30 minutes), St. Louis (182 miles), Louisville (100 miles), Nashville (162 miles), Cape Girardeau (177 miles), Cincinnati (213 miles), and Jonesboro (296 miles). The campus is ideally situated in the rural community of Oakland City, with a population of 3,000, just 14 miles North of I64 on Indiana Highway 57.
From the East:
Take I-64 west towards St Louis. Take IN-57 north at exit 29B towards Petersburg. Turn right onto IN-64 at stop light (sign posted Oakland City). Turn left at flashing yellow light onto Franklin St. University 1 mile down Franklin St.
From the West:
Take I-64 east towards Louisville. Take IN-57 north at exit 29B towards Petersburg. Turn right onto IN-64 at stop light (sign posted Oakland City). Turn left at flashing yellow light onto Franklin St. University 1 mile down Franklin St.
From the North:
Take US-41 South. Take IN-64 east towards Princeton. Continue through Princeton and into Oakland City (15 miles). Turn left at Flashing yellow light onto Franklin St. University 1 mile down Franklin St.
From the South:
Take US-41 (Pennyrile Parkway) north. Take I-164 east towards I-64. Merge onto IN-57. Turn right onto IN-64 at stop light (sign posted Oakland City). Turn left at flashing yellow light onto Franklin St. University 1 mile down Franklin St.
From Indianapolis:
Take I-70 west. Take US-231 south at exit 41. Follow signs to remain on US-231. Merge onto IN 57 south. Turn left onto IN-64 at stop light (sign posted Oakland City). Turn left at flashing yellow light onto Franklin St. University 1 mile down Franklin St.
Bedford Center
Bedford Center is located in the historic Indiana Limestone Building on the north side of Bedford. From the intersection of State Road 37 and State Road 58, go two miles east to I Street, then north one block. Classrooms are comfortable and well equipped. Parking is plentiful.
