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a campus preview for transfer students
A WIDE HORIZON WAITS.
A collective community. Meaningful connection. Academic excellence.
At the University of Oklahoma, we strive for excellence beyond the classroom, beyond our research facilities, and beyond the playing field. From the moment you step on the OU campus, you’ll discover there is no better place to explore, design, and create a future you are proud of.
As a transfer student at OU, you’ll be provided with support to truly make an impact. With every challenge you meet, every friend you make, and every achievement you earn, the OU community will help you leave your comfort zone and create your legacy.
YOUR OU LEGACY BEGINS NOW
Nationally in Research Expenditures
National Science Foundation, 2023
Best Student Life in America Niche, 2024
University in Oklahoma U.S. News & World Report, 2023
Cost, scholarships, and affordability
We understand attending college is an investment, and we strive to partner with students and their families to keep education affordable. For the fall 2023 incoming class, 84% of students received a scholarship from the Office of Admissions and Recruitment. To learn more about the cost of an OU education and your scholarship and financial aid opportunities, please visit go2.ou.edu/affordability or scan the QR code.
Through internships, research, hands-on learning, and robust student life, OU students earn more than just a degree. They graduate with prototypes, published articles, robust resumes, industry connections, and more. Plus, with a 17:1 student-to-faculty ratio, 500+ student life organizations, and 200+ cities for study abroad, OU students are equipped to be world-changing global citizens. Learn more about the value of an OU degree at go2.ou.edu/value
Public University in the Region U.S. News & World Report, 2023
Annual On-Campus Interviews
OU Career Center, 2022-23
2.1%
World Universities Center for World University Rankings, 2024
Questions?
We have a dedicated team of admissions and recruitment experts who work with transfer students like yourself. We’re here to help!
Call: (405) 325-2151
Text: (405) 292-4665 ou.edu/transfer transfer@ou.edu
Post-Admission To-Do List:
Set up your OU account and email.
Upon admission, you’ll receive information about setting up your OU account, which is the key to accessing your ou.edu email account, class enrollment, and more.
Check your OU Bound portal.
After you have been admitted to OU, visit oubound.ou.edu for your post-admission steps.
Complete the OU commitment form.
Let us know you’re planning to enroll at OU! Go to oubound.ou.edu to submit the free commitment form.
Register for New Sooner Orientation.
This is when you’ll come to campus and meet with your academic advisor to enroll in classes. Visit ou.edu/ newsooner for more info.
Finalize your admission.
Enroll in your classes and submit updated transcripts to the Office of Admissions & Recruitment.
START YOUR OU STORY TODAY.
Assured admission is offered to transfer students with a minimum of a 2.5 GPA and at least 24 non-remedial credit hours post high school graduation.
Some academic colleges may require a higher GPA for transfer admission. Students with over 60 attempted hours may be eligible for admission to select academic programs with below a 2.5 GPA. For additional information, visit go2.ou.edu/assured-transfer or contact your admissions counselor at transfer@ou.edu .
(Transfer students with fewer than 24 non-remedial credit hours must meet their specific academic college’s transfer GPA requirement AND the admission requirements for directfrom-high-school students.)
A transfer student is a student who has completed seven nonremedial college credit hours at an accredited college or university post high school graduation.
Pre-Admission To-Do List:
Visit campus.
We offer regular campus tours and academic college-specific tours. Schedule your visit at tour.ou.edu
Connect with us.
Find us on social media @go2ou . Sign up for our mailing list today at go2.ou.edu/mailing-list
Apply early.
Applying early will maximize your opportunities for scholarships, financial aid, and housing. Get started at apply.ou.edu .
To maximize opportunities for financial aid, submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid at fafsa.gov. If you already submitted the FAFSA, make sure you add OU as a school to receive your information. OU’s Federal School Code is 003184. Application Important Dates:
Submit the FAFSA.
Dodge Family College of Arts and Sciences
African & African American Studies
Anthropology*
Arabic
Astronomy
Astrophysics
Biochemistry
Biology
Chemical Biosciences
Chemistry
Chemistry & Biochemistry
Chinese
Classics:
– Classical Languages
– Classical Studies
– Latin
Communication
Community Health
Economics*
English:
– Literary & Cultural Studies*
– Writing*
Environmental Studies
Film & Media Studies
French German
Health & Exercise Science
Health, Medicine & Society
History
History of Science, Technology & Medicine
Human Health & Biology
Human Relations
Information Science & Technology
Christopher C. Gibbs College of Architecture
Architecture*
Construction Science
Environmental Design*
Interior Design
College of Atmospheric and Geographic Sciences
Aviation:
– Air Traffic Management
– Aviation Management:
– Flying^
– Non-Flying
– Professional Pilot:
– Airplane^
– Helicopter^
Environmental Sustainability*
Geographic Information Science*
Geography*
Meteorology*
Information Studies*
Italian
Japanese
Judaic Studies
Latinx Studies
Letters
Letters: Constitutional Studies
Linguistics
Mathematics*
Microbiology
Microbiology: Biotechnology
Native American Studies
Philosophy Physics
Planned Program: Design Your Degree
Plant Biology
Plant Biology: Biotechnology
Political Science*
Political Science: Elections & Campaign Management
Psychology
Public & Nonprofit Administration*
Public Health
Religious Studies
Russian
Social Work
Sociology*
Sociology: Criminology
Spanish Women’s & Gender Studies
David L. Boren College of International Studies
Asian Studies
European Studies
European Studies: Russian & East European Studies
Global Energy, Environment & Resources
International Development
International Security Studies
International Studies*
Latin American Studies
Middle Eastern Studies
Gaylord College of Journalism and Mass Communication
Advertising* Creative Media Production* Journalism* Professional Writing Public Relations*
Michael F. Price College of Business
Accounting*
Economics*
Energy Management
Entrepreneurship &
Venture Management*
Finance*
Healthcare Business
International Business
Management
Management Information Systems*
Marketing*
Sports Business
Supply Chain Management*
Jeannine
Rainbolt College of Education
Early Childhood Education
Elementary Education
Language Arts Education
Mathematics Education
Science Education:
– Biological Sciences
– Chemistry
– Earth Sciences
– Physical Science
– Physics
Social Studies Education
Special Education
World Language Education:
– French
– German
– Latin
– Spanish
Health Sciences
Gallogly College of Engineering
Aerospace Engineering*
Architectural Engineering*
Biomedical Engineering*
Chemical Engineering*
Chemical Engineering:
– Biotechnology
– Pre-Med
– Sustainability
Civil Engineering*
Computer Engineering*
Computer Science*
Electrical Engineering*
Engineering Physics
Environmental
Engineering*
Environmental Science*
Industrial & Systems Engineering*
Industrial & Systems
Engineering:
– Analytics*
– Pre-Med
Mechanical Engineering*
Mechanical Engineering: Pre-Med
Mewbourne College of Earth and Energy
Environmental Geology
GeoEnergy Engineering
Geology
Geophysics
Paleontology
Petroleum Engineering*
Petroleum Geology
OU Health Sciences is home to seven professional health colleges and over 70 academic programs at the undergraduate, graduate, and post-doctoral levels. Programs are available at campuses in Oklahoma City and Tulsa as well as six learning sites across the state to meet the health care needs in Oklahoma. Students interested in an OU Health Sciences program will start their academic journey at the Norman campus and move to the Health Sciences Campus (HSC), OUTulsa campus, or six learning sites after meeting admissions qualifications to the program of interest.
Bachelor Programs (two years at OU Norman + two years at Health Sciences):
Nursing (BSN)
Communication Sciences & Disorders
Dental Hygiene
Medical Imaging & Radiation Sciences:
– Nuclear Medicine
– Radiation Therapy
– Radiography
– Sonography
Please visit discover.ouhsc.edu for a full list of the 70+ healthrelated programs, including graduate and professional programs.
Weitzenhoffer Family
College of Fine Arts
Art
Art History
Art, Technology & Culture (incl Photography & New Media)
Ballet Pedagogy
Ballet Performance
Modern Dance Performance
Music
Music Composition
Music Education:
– Instrumental
– Vocal
Music Performance:
– Brass & Percussion
– Harp
– Instrumental Jazz
– Organ
– Piano
– Strings & Guitar
– Voice
– Woodwinds
Musical Theatre Performance
Piano Pedagogy
Studio Art:
– Ceramics
– Painting
– Printmaking
– Sculpture
Theatre:
– Acting
– Costume Design
– Dramaturgy
– Lighting Design
– Scenic Design
– Stage Management
– Sound Design
Visual Communication (incl Graphic Design)
Polytechnic Institute
The OU Polytechnic Institute (OUPI) offers innovative bachelor's degree completion programs in STEM. All classes are in-person at the OUTulsa campus. Students traditionally transfer to OUPI once they have earned an associates degree or taken at least 24 hours from an accredited institution. Visit ou.edu/polytechnic to learn more. Programs include::
Applied Artificial Intelligence
Cybersecurity
Software Development & Integration
The University of Oklahoma Admissions & Recruitment 1000 Asp Avenue, Room 127 Norman, OK 73019-4076
admissions.ou.edu (405) 325-2151
transfer@ou.edu @go2ou
RESOURCES FOR TRANSFER STUDENTS
Virtual Transfer Center
No matter where you are in the transfer process, OU’s Virtual Transfer Center provides resources for prospective, admitted, and current transfer students. Explore this central hub for transferring to OU at ou.edu/transfersuccess.
Transfer Equivalency
OU accepts academic courses from regionally and nationally accredited institutions. See our transfer equivalency tables at go2.ou.edu/will-it-transfer for more information.
Crimson Commitment
Crimson Commitment guarantees scholarships and grants to cover tuition and average fees for an OU transfer student who qualifies for and receives Oklahoma’s Promise and is a member of Phi Theta Kappa, a participant of the Ticket to Rose program at Rose State College, or transfers to the OU Polytechnic Institute from Tulsa Community College. Learn more about the program and eligibility at go2.ou.edu/cc-transfer
Articulation Agreements
OU offers transfer pathways for students to earn bachelor’s degrees for select majors through articulation agreements with several partner institutions. Each pathway identifies required coursework for select degrees, providing transfer students with a clear and efficient transfer experience. Visit go2.ou.edu/transfer-pathways to learn more.
Transfer Priority Enrollment
In early spring, students admitted for the summer or fall semesters will receive information about transfer priority enrollment. By participating in this program, you have an opportunity to create the best possible schedule through advisement and enrollment.
Transfer Transitions
Students may enroll in a one-hour course called Transitions for Transfer Students that covers OU resources that contribute to student success. Admitted transfer students can enroll in the course at one.ou.edu