OU Bound Oklahomans

OU BOUND

OKLAHOMANS The University of Oklahoma is the one place where it doesn’t matter how big your dreams are — you can achieve them here. Because of our longstanding tradition of excellence both on and off the field, you will have everything needed to thrive: the resources of a major research institution, a campus that becomes your home away from home, and a community of 25,000 undergraduate students who stand beside you on the edge of greatness.

Come see what one can do. Apply at apply.ou.edu.

49%

of 2025 incoming OU students graduated high

school in Oklahoma.

Close to home Being in-state means you will have access to your hometown and supporters without the need to catch a flight. You can stay connected to what matters most while also discovering new opportunities, connections, and campus experiences.

Campus beautiful by day and night For more than 70 years, visitors are captivated by the thousands of mums and tulips

OU officially joined

planted each fall in the South Oval gardens. This annual tradition is what makes our 3,500-

the Southeastern

acre campus so breathtaking. Schedule a visit at tour.ou.edu to see for yourself.

Conference in 2024.

The OU Family Whether you’re the first in your family to attend OU or a fifth-generation Sooner, you join a legacy 136 years in the making. With over 500 campus organizations, 170+ degree paths, and abundant on-campus resources, we are confident you’ll find your home away from home here at OU.

CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT AT OU

The whole package with an in-state tuition Experience the excitement that comes with belonging to an SEC school, attending NCAA Division I sporting events, and completing research at a Tier 1 research institution.

The State of Oklahoma offers Oklahoma seniors a tuition waiver for up to 18 credit hours

THE SOONER STATE

and Oklahoma juniors for up to

Oklahoma is known for a robust job market, natural wonder, and possibilities in every corner.

9 credit hours, making it a great

Our state’s capital, Oklahoma City, is only a 30-minute drive from Norman and offers the OU

time to get a jumpstart on your

Family weekend entertainment, affordable living, and abundant career opportunities.

college classes! OU offers online classes that have fees waived, which means select online courses are completely FREE for Oklahoma juniors and seniors.

Learn more at ou.edu/ce or email us at ce@ou.edu.

#1

Best big city to live

#7

Job growth across the U.S.

Oklahoma City U.S. News & World Report, 2026

Oklahoma U.S. News & World Report, 2026

#1 #9

Lowest cost of living in the U.S.

Oklahoma GOBankingRates, 2026

Most friendly state

Oklahoma World Population Review, 2025

COST TO ATTEND OU | There are four main ways to pay for college, and those include:

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2

3

4

SCHOLARSHIPS

GRANTS

LOANS

JOBS

are awarded based on financial

are awarded based on

are borrowed

allow you to

need, academic performance,

financial need. Eligibility is

that must

earn money

and/or talents.

determined from the FAFSA.

be repaid.

while working.

Scholarships and grants are considered GIFT AID

Loans and jobs are considered

and do not need to be repaid.

SELF-HELP AID.

An OU degree is more affordable now than it was seven years ago. Because student aid has increased faster than tuition, the average amount a resident freshman pays out of pocket or through loans has dropped by 20%. Plus, OU has increased need-based aid by 39%, and annual undergraduate scholarship support has grown by 38%. In fact, more than 90% of the fall 2026

Direct Cost Estimate For Oklahoma Residents

incoming class received a scholarship from the Office of Admissions and Recruitment, with

Tuition/Fees*

$15,503

academic awards ranging from $8,000 to $16,000 or more.

Housing & Food**

$16,381

Books & Supplies

$800

To see resident scholarship opportunities visit go2.ou.edu/scholarships-resfreshman.

Academic scholarships are also available for incoming transfer students — learn more at

TOTAL

$32,684

go2.ou.edu/scholarships-restransfer. *This estimate includes 30 credit hours, per hour fees, departmental program and tech fees. A number of public institutions report annual cost based on minimum full-time enrollment (24 credit hours). Mandatory fees include: semester fees, academic facility and life safety, special event, activity, assessment, network connectivity, student facility, library, security services, transit, health, cultural, records and academic advising fees.

Students can check ou.edu/go2/npc to access our net price calculator. All costs are based on 2026-27 estimates and are subject to change. **These costs reflect the estimated average for incoming first-year students living on campus. For other housing options cost estimates, please visit ou.edu/admissions/costs.

MEET YOUR OU REP

Tips on how to get the best financial assistance possible:

We have OU representatives assigned

1. Submit the FAFSA. Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at

to every high school and college in

fafsa.gov. Completing the FAFSA allows you to receive consideration for state and federal

Oklahoma. Get in touch with your

financial aid, including loans, grants and work study opportunities. OU's School Code is 003184.

OU admissions counselor by visiting go2.ou.edu/rep. You can also

2. Apply for outside scholarships. Check with your high school counselor and local

contact our office at:

organizations about possible opportunities and visit go2.ou.edu/outside-scholarships.

(405) 325-2151 (call) (405) 292-4665 (text) admissions@ou.edu @go2ou

3. Look into Oklahoma’s Promise. Administered by the Oklahoma State Regents, Oklahoma’s Promise offers qualifying Oklahoma residents a scholarship for college tuition. To be considered, you must enroll in the program between eighth grade and December of your Senior year of high school and qualify based on your parents’ or legal guardians’ adjusted gross income and number of dependents. OU also provides additional financial assistance to Oklahoma’s Promise recipients through the Crimson Commitment program. To learn more, visit okhighered.org/okpromise and go2.ou.edu/crimson-commitment or reach out to your OU Admissions Counselor.

The UNIVERSITY of OKLAHOMA

The University of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity institution (ou.edu/eoo). Printed by OU Printing Services and authorized by OU Admissions & Recruitment. 1,400 copies have been prepared at a cost of XXX to the taxpayers of Oklahoma. Updated July 2026.