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Where “What If ?” Becomes “What's Next?” a campus preview for transfer students
THERE'S ONLY ONE
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At the University of Oklahoma, you don’t need to choose between a campus that feels like home, a world-class education, or the resources that are crucial to your success. Here is the one place where you can have it all, because at OU, we believe in the power of one. One is you — full of potential, ready to be tested, shaped, and seen. One is this place — a proving ground, a launchpad, a mirror that reflects not just who you’ve been, but who you’re meant to be. One is your OU story — where excellence becomes action as you seize every moment and opportunity only Oklahoma can offer. Come see what one can do.
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Through internships, research, hands-on learning, and robust
BECOME WHO YOU ARE
MEANT TO BE
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 19:1 student-tofaculty ratio, 500+ student life organizations, and 100+ programs 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.
Cost, scholarships, and affordability We understand attending college is an
Post-Admission To-Do List: Set up your OU account and email.
investment, and we strive to partner
Upon admission, you’ll receive information about setting
with students and their families to
up your OU account, which is the key to accessing your
keep education affordable. For the fall
ou.edu email account, class enrollment, and more.
2025 incoming class, 84.7% 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.-i
Check your OU Bound portal. After you have been admitted to OU, visit oubound.ou.edu for your post-admission steps.
Submit your enrollment deposit. Submit your $250 enrollment deposit to secure your spot at OU at oubound.ou.edu.
Register for New Sooner Orientation (NSO). During your NSO Day, you'll meet with an academic advisor to complete your course schedule. For more
Questions?
information, visit ou.edu/newsooner.
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
ou.edu/transfer
Text: (405) 292-4665
transfer@ou.edu
Finalize your admission. Enroll in your classes and submit updated transcripts to the Office of Admissions & Recruitment.
YOUR JOURNEY
BEGINS HERE 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
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.
academic programs with below a 2.5 GPA. For additional information, visit
We offer regular campus tours and academic
go2.ou.edu/assured-transfer or contact your admissions counselor at
college-specific tours. Schedule your visit 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.)
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
Application Important Dates:
opportunities for scholarships, financial aid, and housing. Get started at apply.ou.edu.
Spring
Summer
Fall
Application opens
JUNE 1
AUG 1
AUG 1
Priority scholarship deadline
OCT 1
MARCH 1
MARCH 1
Application deadline
NOV 1
Enrollment deposit deadline
DEC 1
Submit the FAFSA. 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
APRIL 1
MAY 1
OU as a school to receive your information. OU’s Federal School Code is 003184.
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Christopher C. Gibbs College of Architecture
Mewbourne College of Earth & Energy
Architecture Architectural Studies* Construction Science*
Environmental Geology GeoEnergy Engineering Geology Geophysics
Environmental Design* Interior Design*
Paleontology Petroleum Engineering* Petroleum Geology
Dodge Family College of Arts & Sciences African & African American Studies Anthropology* Asian Studies Astronomy Astrophysics Biochemistry Biology: – Ecology, Evolution, & Organismal Biology – Integrative Biological Systems – Microbiology – Molecular, Cellular, & Developmental Biology Chemical Biosciences Chemistry Chemistry & Biochemistry Classics: – Classical Archaeology – Classical Languages – Classical Studies – Latin Communication Community Health* Economics* English: – Literary & Cultural Studies* – Writing* European Studies European Studies: Russian & East European Studies Film & Media Studies Global Energy, Environment & Resources Health & Exercise Science Health, Medicine & Society History History of Science, Technology & Medicine Human Health & Biology Human Relations* Information Science & Technology
Information Studies* International Development International Security Studies International Studies* Japanese Judaic Studies Latin American Studies Latinx Studies Letters Letters: Constitutional Studies Linguistics Mathematics* Microbiology Microbiology: Biotechnology Middle Eastern Studies Native American Studies Philosophy Physics Planned Program: Design Your Degree Political Science* Political Science: Elections & Campaign Management Political Science: Law & Policy Psychology Public & Nonprofit Administration* Public Health Religious Studies Russian Social Work Sociology* Sociology: Criminology Spanish Women’s & Gender Studies World Languages & Cultures: – Arabic – Chinese – French – German – Italian
College of Atmospheric & Geographic Sciences Aviation: – Air Traffic Management – Aviation Management: – Flying^ – Non-Flying – Professional Pilot: – Airplane^ – Helicopter
Environmental Studies Environmental Systems & Sustainability* Geospatial Science* Meteorology*
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
Special Education World Language Education: – French – German – Latin – Spanish
Social Studies Education
Gallogly College of Engineering Aerospace Engineering* Applied Artificial Intelligence* Architectural Engineering* Biomedical Engineering* Chemical Engineering* Chemical Engineering: – Bioengineering – Pre-Med – Sustainability Civil Engineering* Computer Engineering* Computer Science* Cybersecurity** Digital Manufacturing** Electrical Engineering*
Engineering Analytics Engineering Physics Environmental Engineering* Environmental Science* Healthcare Information Systems** Industrial & Systems Engineering* Industrial & Systems Engineering: Pre-Med Mechanical Engineering* Mechanical Engineering: Pre-Med Software Development & Integration*
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 Studio Art (focus on painting, printmaking, sculpture, ceramics) Theatre: – Acting – Costume Design – Dramaturgy – Lighting Design – Scenic Design – Sound Design – Stage Management Visual Communication (incl Graphic Design)
Gaylord College of Journalism & Mass Communication Advertising* Creative Media Production* Journalism* Professional Writing Public Relations*
Health Campus The OU Health Campus 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 additional sites across the state, to meet the health care needs in Oklahoma. Students interested in an OU Health Campus bachelor’s program will start their academic journey at the Norman Campus and move to the Health Campus, OU-Tulsa Campus, or an additional site after meeting admission qualifications to their program of interest OR their program of application. Bachelor's programs (two years on OU Norman Campus + two years with OU Health Campus): Communication Sciences & Disorders Dental Hygiene Medical Imaging & Radiation Sciences: – Nuclear Medicine – Radiation Therapy – Radiography – Sonography Nursing Please visit discover.ouhsc.edu for a full list of the 70+ health-related programs, including graduate and professional programs, like: Audiology Dental Surgery Dietetics Medicine Nutritional Sciences Occupational Therapy Pharmacy Physical Therapy Physician Associate Public Health Rehabilitation Sciences Speech Language Pathology
*These areas offer optional accelerated master's programs **A bachelor's degree completion program on the OU-Tulsa campus ^Admission application open August 1 - November 1
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RESOURCES FOR TRANSFER STUDENTS Virtual Transfer Center
Articulation Agreements
No matter where you are in the transfer process, OU’s Virtual
OU offers transfer pathways for students to earn bachelor’s degrees
Transfer Center provides resources for prospective, admitted, and
for select majors through articulation agreements with several
current transfer students. Explore this central hub for transferring to
partner institutions. Each pathway identifies required coursework for
OU at ou.edu/transfersuccess.
select degrees, providing transfer students with a clear and efficient transfer experience. Visit go2.ou.edu/transfer-pathways to
Transfer Equivalency OU accepts academic courses from regionally and nationally
learn more.
accredited institutions. See our transfer equivalency tables at
New Sooner Orientation
go2.ou.edu/will-it-transfer for more information.
New Sooner Orientation is the first step in the orientation process for
Crimson Commitment Crimson Commitment guarantees scholarships and grants to cover tuition and average fees for an OU transfer student who qualifies
every new student’s successful transition to OU. You’ll meet with an academic advisor, enroll in your first semester of classes, and learn about resources you may need throughout your time at OU!
for and receives Oklahoma’s Promise and is a member of Phi Theta
Transfer Transitions
Kappa, a participant of the Ticket to Rose program at Rose State
Students may enroll in a one-hour course called Transitions for
College, or transfers to the OU Polytechnic Institute from Tulsa
Transfer Students that covers OU resources that contribute to
Community College. Learn more about the program and eligibility at
student success. Admitted transfer students can enroll in the course
go2.ou.edu/cc-transfer.
at one.ou.edu.
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