About Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City, or OKC, is Oklahoma’s capital and is known for its western culture and laid-back lifestyle. Residents enjoy the benefits of living in a big city (the 20th largest city in the U.S.) without the hustle and hassle usually associated with big city life. Our residents and fellows can host family and friends and treat them to cultural and entertainment opportunities not found in other cities. They can also enjoy their time off by taking in the city’s vibrant nightlife, social and entertainment opportunities, and outdoor recreation activities.
Why Choose OKC for Your Residency or Fellowship
The cost of living in Oklahoma City is 13% lower than the national average, meaning that housing, groceries, utilities, and transportation are less expensive than in other cities. In fact, the Council for Community and Economic Research ranked Oklahoma City #1 for the lowest cost of living among U.S. cities with a population over 500,000. This means our residents and fellows can enjoy city life without having to worry about a huge cost of living increase.
In addition, you might like to know:
- Coming in at No. 16, Oklahoma City ranked high for housing value and quality of life: “Once an early-to-bed, early-to-rise, meat-and-potatoes kind of town, Oklahoma City today buzzes with life until the early morning hours,” John Gifford wrote for the U.S. News.
- Oklahoma City ranks among Fortune’s 50 best places to live for families.
- As reported in The New York Times, OKC is a top-ten best city for new college graduates.
- U.S. News & World Report names OKC as one of the top 20 best places to live in the U.S.
- Money.com names Oklahoma City to its 50 best places to live in the U.S.
- Frommer’s Travel and Travel + Leisure both named Oklahoma City as a best place to visit.
- WalletHub ranked OKC No. 5 for Best Run Cities in America.
Things to Do in Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City, OK, is a vibrant, diverse city with social, cultural, professional, and educational opportunities. At the Dean McGee Eye Institute, we encourage our residents and fellows to explore everything that Oklahoma City has to offer.
Social Life in Oklahoma City
OKC offers a huge variety of social activities. Take a look at this list of the most popular activities and destinations:
- OKC Thunder
- Award-winning dining options in the Midtown, Bricktown, and Deep Deuce Districts
- Film festivals, arts festivals, and galleries in Film Row
- Downtown OKC nightlife, including restaurants, bars, music venues, and clubs
- Headlining concerts at Paycom Center
- Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum
- Oklahoma City Zoo
- Oklahoma City Museum of Art
- Science Museum Oklahoma
- First Americans Museum
- National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum
- Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center
- Exhibit C Gallery
- Factory Obscura
- Oklahoma City Philharmonic
- Oklahoma City Ballet
- Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma
- OKC Broadway
Outdoor Activities in Oklahoma City
If you love the outdoors, you will be right at home in OKC. It is easy to find a way to enjoy your time in the great outdoors:
- Riversports white water rafting
- Scissortail Sprayground
- Farmers Market at Scissortail Park
- Mat Hoffman Action Sports Park
- Epic Paintball Park
- Lake Hefner
- Stinchcomb Wildlife Refuge
- Martin Nature Park
- Oklahoma River Trails
- Boathouse District
- Bricktown Water Taxis
- Ride OKC Bike Tours and Rentals
- SandRidge Sky Trail
- 5 public golf courses
- OKC Tennis Center
- Oklahoma Memorial Marathon
Explore Ophthalmology Residency or Fellowship Options in Oklahoma City
If you are ready to explore your ophthalmology residency or fellowship options at the Dean McGee Eye Institute in Oklahoma City, learn more by visiting our Residency and Fellowship pages. We think you will appreciate what we have to offer.