Edit Guide 
Transportation 
Banking Services 
Post Office 
Medical Services 
Telecom 
Survival Guide Transportation:
Need a map of Tulsa? Click here!
Buses
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Generally, the TulsaTransit controls the public transits in Tulsa.
Click here to download Tulsa’s public transit maps and schedules!
Bus passes are available for usage. You can purchase the bus passes on the bus or at a local QuikTrip stores. Some bus passes like the U2 bus pass provide users with unrestricted access to any routes (except express routes).
Information on how to ride buses as well as the bus passes can be found here!
Flying Chalks’ tip: Public buses are seldom used by the local students due to the commuter nature. Most of them have private transports, so make more friends and they may just bring you around the city!
Otherwise, you can rent a car, cycle or take Uber/Lyft to get around city!
Banking Services:
To set up a bank account, you have to head down to the bank of your choice and bring the following documents:
- Valid form of Identification (Passport/I-94 card/Oklahoma Driving license)
- The University of Tulsa’s ID card
- Address of residency
- Mobile number (in Tulsa)
Once a bank account is open, the bank will issue a check card with ATM deposit / withdrawal functions. The time taken to issue check cards may vary with banks.
Bank recommended by The University of Tulsa:
The Bank of Oklahoma provides for international students as well as charges low rates for services.
Bank of Oklahoma’s homepage | Contact | Locate a bank!
Flying Chalks’ Tip: There is an Automatic Teller Machine (ATM) in campus located in the Ellen Chapman Activity Center.
Other banks available in Oklahoma:
Post office Services:
The University of Tulsa offers full mail services including registered /insured mail, priority /express and parcel-posts package services as well. On top of that, FedEx services are also offered at a discounted rate!
Post Office Services | East end of Allen 3135 East 5th Place | Weekdays: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (closed from 4:00 to 4:30 p.m.) Postage sales are 918-631-2211 |
Accepted payment methods:
Cash, Credit, Debit, Check and Hurricane Gold Dollars.
Do note that only cash is accepted for Money orders
Where and how to drop your mail:
There is a drop slot for your stamped mail in the building.
Outgoing-Mail Pickups:
Mail pickups are scheduled for 4:30PM on weekdays.
Format of addresses (for student mail and packages^):
First and Last Name
Address of Dorm or Apartment
Dorm or Apartment Number
Tulsa, OK 74104
^ Mails must be addressed to a student who is registered with the housing department as living on campus.
Medical services:
Alexander Health Center
Operating hours: | |
Mon - Fri | 8AM – 12PM |
Located within campus, you will be able to gain access to care and treatment for minor illness and emergencies easily! However, appointments are very much preferred as there is not much walk-in availability. If appointments are not available, they are able to refer you to an off-campus emergency care unit or urgent care.
For more information, click here!
Other Medical Centers/ Hospitals | ||
St. John Medical Center | 1923 S Utica Ave, Tulsa, OK 74104, United States | stjohnhealthsystem.com |
Access Medical Centers (Urgent Care Facility) | 1623 S Utica Ave, Tulsa, OK 74104, United States | amc.nextcare.com |
Oklahoma State University Medical Center | 744 W 9th St, Tulsa, OK 74127, United States | osumc.net |
Pharmacies | ||
Walgreens (24HRS) | 1440 S Lewis Ave, Tulsa, OK 74104, United States | walgreens.com |
Professional pharmacy | 1919 S Wheeling Ave # 106, Tulsa, OK 74104, United States | 9AM – 5PM mygnp.com |
CVS Pharmacy | 2110 S Harvard Ave, Tulsa, OK 74114, United States | 8AM – 10PM cvs.com |
Weather:
Expect four distinct seasons and fluctuating climates in Oklahoma. However, you should bring clothes that you can wear in any weather.
Spring
The season of sprouting floras and warmth begins in late March and lasts through to May. Temperatures range between 4°C to 20°C. However, the Spring and Summer period is when you should look out for severe weather like hail, destructive winds and tornados.
Summer
The hot and muggy weather in Oklahoma begins in June and lasts through to early September. The average temperature during this season is 30°C. However, summer temperatures can fluctuate between 25°C and 40°C.
Fall/Autumn
The “Yellow season” of falling leaves begins in late September and lasts through November. It is generally regarded as the best season to visit with its cool temperatures (as compared to summer) around 19°C and scenic autumn foliage. Temperatures still range between 10°C to 27°C.
Winter
The weather for thick coats, snow storms, ice storms and frost in Tulsa begins late November to mid-March. Temperatures can fall as low as -12°C. The warmest temperature you can expect during this season is 10°C. Tulsa experiences one or two snow storms during this period. However, ice storms have becoming increasingly common.
