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    Top 80 Oklahoma Scholarships in July 2024

    Emily Wong Cece Gilmore Written by Emily Wong
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    Updated: July 17th, 2024

    The “Sooner State” is home to a variety of renowned colleges and universities, and luckily, there are plenty of Oklahoma scholarships to offset the cost of attending. With its beautiful landscapes, rich history, and cowboy culture, Oklahoma is an exciting environment for in-state or out-of-state students! Check out our guide and learn how to win Oklahoma scholarships “sooner” than later!

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    $10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship

    This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

    Offered by Scholarships360

    Exclusive
    1 award worth $10,000
    Deadline Jun 30, 2025
    Grade Level All Grade Levels

    Offered by Scholarships360

    Exclusive

    The Scholarships360 $10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship is open to all students who want some extra help paying for their education. Whether you are a high…Show More

    The Scholarships360 $10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship is open to all students who want some extra help paying for their education. Whether you are a high…Show More

    The Scholarships360 $10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship is open to all students who want some extra help paying for their education. Whether you are a high school student who hopes to go to college, a graduate student who’s in a master’s program, or an adult learner who wants to return to school, you are eligible for our no essay scholarship. This scholarship will be awarded to students who get the most out of Scholarships360 scholarships and content. You will be a strong applicant if you apply to scholarships with the Scholarships360 platform. Finalists for this scholarship will be interviewed about their process for funding their education.Show Less

    1 award worth $10,000
    Deadline Jun 30, 2025
    Grade Level All Grade Levels
    Apply

    $2,000 Sallie Mae Scholarship

    This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

    Offered by Sallie Mae

    Easy Application
    1 award worth $2,000
    Deadline Jul 31, 2024
    Grade Level HS Upperclassmen, College & Graduate Students

    Offered by Sallie Mae

    Easy Application

    Sallie Mae will award $2,000 each month to eligible entrants. No essay or account sign-ups, just a simple scholarship for those seeking help paying for…

    Sallie Mae will award $2,000 each month to eligible entrants. No essay or account sign-ups, just a simple scholarship for those seeking help paying for…

    Sallie Mae will award $2,000 each month to eligible entrants. No essay or account sign-ups, just a simple scholarship for those seeking help paying for school.

    1 award worth $2,000
    Deadline Jul 31, 2024
    Grade Level HS Upperclassmen, College & Graduate Students
    Apply

    Wauhillau Austin Gale Memorial Scholarship

    Offered by Oklahoma City Community Foundation

    1 award worth up to $2,000
    Deadline Feb 15, 2025
    Grade Level High School Senior

    Offered by Oklahoma City Community Foundation

    The Wauhillau Austin Gale Memorial Scholarship is available to graduating seniors from Purcell High School in Oklahoma. Recipients are selected for academic standing and their…Show More

    The Wauhillau Austin Gale Memorial Scholarship is available to graduating seniors from Purcell High School in Oklahoma. Recipients are selected for academic standing and their…Show More

    The Wauhillau Austin Gale Memorial Scholarship is available to graduating seniors from Purcell High School in Oklahoma. Recipients are selected for academic standing and their participation in school activities and community service.Show Less

    1 award worth up to $2,000
    Deadline Feb 15, 2025
    Grade Level High School Senior
    Get Started

    BigFuture $40k Essay-Free Scholarship

    This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

    Offered by The College Board

    Easy Application
    1 award worth $40,000
    Deadline Oct 31, 2024
    Grade Level High School Senior

    Offered by The College Board

    Easy Application

    Open to US-Based high school students in the class of 2025 — no essay, minimum GPA, test score, or citizenship requirements.

    Open to US-Based high school students in the class of 2025 — no essay, minimum GPA, test score, or citizenship requirements.

    Open to US-Based high school students in the class of 2025 — no essay, minimum GPA, test score, or citizenship requirements.

    1 award worth $40,000
    Deadline Oct 31, 2024
    Grade Level High School Senior
    Apply

    Oklahoma State Regents Academic Scholars Program

    Offered by Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education

    Multiple awards worth $2,500 - $3,500
    Deadline Rolling
    Grade Level High School Senior

    Offered by Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education

    The Academic Scholars Program provides scholarships to college-bound Oklahoma students who have achieved designation as a National Merit Scholar, National Merit Finalist or United States…Show More

    The Academic Scholars Program provides scholarships to college-bound Oklahoma students who have achieved designation as a National Merit Scholar, National Merit Finalist or United States…Show More

    The Academic Scholars Program provides scholarships to college-bound Oklahoma students who have achieved designation as a National Merit Scholar, National Merit Finalist or United States Presidential Scholar or have scored at or above the 99.5 percentile on the ACT or SAT and who will be attending an in-state university. Public colleges and universities may also nominate students attending their institution for the program based on criteria established by each institution. Academic Scholars receive a scholarship to help cover the cost of room, board, tuition, books and incidental fees for up to eight semesters. The actual value of the scholarship varies based on the institution the scholar chooses to attend, but ranges between $4,000 and $6,000 per year. If you're an academically excellent Oklahoma student, we wish you good luck securing this scholarship! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

    Multiple awards worth $2,500 - $3,500
    Deadline Rolling
    Grade Level High School Senior
    Get Started

    Niche $10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship

    This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

    Offered by Niche

    Easy Application
    1 award worth $10,000
    Deadline Jul 31, 2024
    Grade Level All Grade Levels

    Offered by Niche

    Easy Application

    Easy scholarship open to all high school and college students, as well as anyone looking to attend college or graduate school in the next year!

    Easy scholarship open to all high school and college students, as well as anyone looking to attend college or graduate school in the next year!

    Easy scholarship open to all high school and college students, as well as anyone looking to attend college or graduate school in the next year!

    1 award worth $10,000
    Deadline Jul 31, 2024
    Grade Level All Grade Levels
    Apply

    Oklahoma Independent Living Act (Foster Care Tuition Waiver)

    Offered by OKCollegeStart.Org

    Multiple awards worth Tuition
    Deadline Varies
    Grade Level College Students

    Offered by OKCollegeStart.Org

    Are you a college student who has previously been in DHS (Department of Human Services) custody in Oklahoma? If so, consider applying for the Oklahoma…Show More

    Are you a college student who has previously been in DHS (Department of Human Services) custody in Oklahoma? If so, consider applying for the Oklahoma…Show More

    Are you a college student who has previously been in DHS (Department of Human Services) custody in Oklahoma? If so, consider applying for the Oklahoma Independent Living Act (Foster Care Tuition Waiver)! The Oklahoma Independent Living Act (Foster Care Tuition Waiver) is open to Oklahoma high school graduates now enrolled in postsecondary programs who have been in DHS custody for at least nine months between the ages of 16 and 18. The scholarship is offered by OKCollegeStart.Org, an organization that offers qualified Oklahoma students the opportunity to earn scholarships to go towards their college tuition. Winning applicants will receive a resident tuition waiver which covers the costs of resident tuition for all eligible courses. If you're an Oklahoma college student who has previously been in foster care, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

    Multiple awards worth Tuition
    Deadline Varies
    Grade Level College Students
    Get Started

    Oklahoma’s Promise Scholarship

    Offered by Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education

    Multiple awards worth Varies
    Expected deadline June 2025
    Grade Level High School Freshmen, Sophomores & Juniors

    Offered by Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education

    Are you a college-bound 8th - 11th grader from Oklahoma from a low-income household? If so, you may be eligible for the Oklahoma’s Promise Scholarship!…Show More

    Are you a college-bound 8th - 11th grader from Oklahoma from a low-income household? If so, you may be eligible for the Oklahoma’s Promise Scholarship!…Show More

    Are you a college-bound 8th - 11th grader from Oklahoma from a low-income household? If so, you may be eligible for the Oklahoma’s Promise Scholarship! Each year, the scholarship awards various amounts of scholarship money to help cover the tuition costs of eligible students who will be attending an Oklahoma two-year college or four-year university. To be eligible for enrollment in the program, the federal adjusted gross income (AGI) of the applicant's parents may not exceed $60,000 with one or two dependent children OR $70,000 with three or four dependent children OR $80,000 with five or more dependent children. If you're an Oklahoma student wanting help affording to attend an in-state university, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

    Multiple awards worth Varies
    Expected deadline June 2025
    Grade Level High School Freshmen, Sophomores & Juniors
    Get Started

    $10,000 CollegeXpress Scholarship

    This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

    Offered by CollegeXpress

    Easy Application
    1 award worth $10,000
    Deadline May 1, 2025
    Grade Level High School Students

    Offered by CollegeXpress

    Easy Application

    Annual $10k scholarship from CollegeXpress open to all high school freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors.

    Annual $10k scholarship from CollegeXpress open to all high school freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors.

    Annual $10k scholarship from CollegeXpress open to all high school freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors.

    1 award worth $10,000
    Deadline May 1, 2025
    Grade Level High School Students
    Apply

    Cherokee Nation Higher Education Scholarships

    Offered by Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma

    Multiple awards worth up to $2,000
    Expected deadline June 2025
    Grade Level College & Graduate Students

    Offered by Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma

    Cherokee Nation Higher Education Scholarships offer financial assistance to students pursuing Associates, Bachelors, Masters, or Doctorate degrees. The program has three categories: Undergraduate, Graduate, and…Show More

    Cherokee Nation Higher Education Scholarships offer financial assistance to students pursuing Associates, Bachelors, Masters, or Doctorate degrees. The program has three categories: Undergraduate, Graduate, and…Show More

    Cherokee Nation Higher Education Scholarships offer financial assistance to students pursuing Associates, Bachelors, Masters, or Doctorate degrees. The program has three categories: Undergraduate, Graduate, and Stole Program. Applications for the Graduate and Undergraduate programs open on March 1 every year. To qualify for the Graduate Scholarship Program, students must maintain a good GPA, complete community service, and pass a minimum number of credit hours per semester. Online classes are eligible. New students require a letter of acceptance to graduate school. Recipients of the Undergraduate Scholarship Program must maintain a 2.0 GPA and complete community service. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

    Multiple awards worth up to $2,000
    Expected deadline June 2025
    Grade Level College & Graduate Students
    Get Started

    Alice L. Haltom Educational Fund

    Offered by Alice L. Haltom Educational Fund

    Multiple awards worth Varies
    Expected deadline May 2025
    Grade Level College Students

    Offered by Alice L. Haltom Educational Fund

    Are you a citizen of the U.S. or Canada who is residing in Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, or New Mexico and is actively pursuing a…Show More

    Are you a citizen of the U.S. or Canada who is residing in Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, or New Mexico and is actively pursuing a…Show More

    Are you a citizen of the U.S. or Canada who is residing in Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, or New Mexico and is actively pursuing a career in information and records management? If so, the Alice L. Haltom Educational Fund may be a great opportunity for you! Each year, the scholarship awards $2,000 to multiple applicants enrolled in a four-year program or Graduate School and $1,000 to applicants enrolled in a two-year program. The number of scholarships awarded per school year will be determined by the Fund Trustees. If you're residing in the Southwest (Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, or New Mexico) and are pursuing a degree/career in information and records management, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

    Multiple awards worth Varies
    Expected deadline May 2025
    Grade Level College Students
    Get Started

    $25k “Be Bold” No-Essay Scholarship

    This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

    Offered by Bold.org

    Easy Application
    1 award worth $25,000
    Deadline Aug 1, 2024
    Grade Level All Grade Levels

    Offered by Bold.org

    Easy Application

    Open to high school students, college students, community college students, and graduate students.

    Open to high school students, college students, community college students, and graduate students.

    Open to high school students, college students, community college students, and graduate students.

    1 award worth $25,000
    Deadline Aug 1, 2024
    Grade Level All Grade Levels
    Apply

    The Jimmie L. Dean Scholarship

    Offered by The Jimmie L. Dean Scholarship Foundation, Inc

    Multiple awards worth Varies
    Expected deadline April 2025
    Grade Level High School Senior

    Offered by The Jimmie L. Dean Scholarship Foundation, Inc

    Are you a high school senior at an Oklahoma high school who has been residing in Oklahoma for at least six years and will be…Show More

    Are you a high school senior at an Oklahoma high school who has been residing in Oklahoma for at least six years and will be…Show More

    Are you a high school senior at an Oklahoma high school who has been residing in Oklahoma for at least six years and will be attending an in-state university? If so, the The Jimmie L. Dean Scholarship may be a great opportunity for you! Each year, the scholarship is awarded to multiple college-bound, Oklahoma high school seniors. To be eligible, applicants must also have a minimum ACT score of 25 (if attending a four-year university) or 17 (if attending the Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology). If you're an Oklahoma resident who will be attending an in-state university, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

    Multiple awards worth Varies
    Expected deadline April 2025
    Grade Level High School Senior
    Get Started

    Carrie Jacobi Scholarship Fund

    Offered by Oklahoma City Jewish Foundation

    Multiple awards worth $360 - $3,600
    Expected deadline April 2025
    Grade Level High School Seniors & College Students

    Offered by Oklahoma City Jewish Foundation

    Are you a Jewish high school senior or college student residing in Oklahoma? If so, you might consider applying for the Carrie Jacobi Scholarship Fund!…Show More

    Are you a Jewish high school senior or college student residing in Oklahoma? If so, you might consider applying for the Carrie Jacobi Scholarship Fund!…Show More

    Are you a Jewish high school senior or college student residing in Oklahoma? If so, you might consider applying for the Carrie Jacobi Scholarship Fund! Each year, the scholarship grants between $360 and $3,600 to a few select high school seniors, undergraduate, and graduate students to help them pay off college costs. All that’s needed is for you to fill out some basic information, submit a transcript, two letters of recommendation, and a 350-word essay. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

    Multiple awards worth $360 - $3,600
    Expected deadline April 2025
    Grade Level High School Seniors & College Students
    Get Started

    $1,000 Appily Easy College Money Scholarship

    This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

    Offered by Appily

    Easy Application
    Monthly awards worth $1,000
    Deadline Jul 31, 2024
    Grade Level High School Students & College Underclassmen

    Offered by Appily

    Easy Application

    This easy scholarship from Appily is open to U.S. high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, 2027) and college transfer students. One scholarship will be…Show More

    This easy scholarship from Appily is open to U.S. high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, 2027) and college transfer students. One scholarship will be…Show More

    This easy scholarship from Appily is open to U.S. high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, 2027) and college transfer students. One scholarship will be awarded each month.Show Less

    Monthly awards worth $1,000
    Deadline Jul 31, 2024
    Grade Level High School Students & College Underclassmen
    Apply

    William M. Olson / Warren E. Taylor and Daniel D. Koleske Science and Engineering Scholarships

    Offered by AVS New Mexico

    Multiple awards worth $3,000
    Expected deadline April 2025
    Grade Level High School Senior

    Offered by AVS New Mexico

    Are you a high school senior who will soon be graduating from a high school in the New Mexico Chapter area (New Mexico, Oklahoma, Arizona,…Show More

    Are you a high school senior who will soon be graduating from a high school in the New Mexico Chapter area (New Mexico, Oklahoma, Arizona,…Show More

    Are you a high school senior who will soon be graduating from a high school in the New Mexico Chapter area (New Mexico, Oklahoma, Arizona, and the portion of Texas in the mountain time zone) and subsequently pursuing a course of study in the physical sciences or engineering at an institution of higher education? If so, you may be eligible for the William M. Olson / Warren E. Taylor and Daniel D. Koleske Science and Engineering Scholarships! Each year, the scholarships award $3,000 to multiple eligible students who submit a transcript, two letters of recommendation, a 1-page statement regarding their goals, as well as their SAT/ACT scores. If you're a college-bound high school senior residing in the AVS New Mexico Chapter area (New Mexico, Oklahoma, Arizona, and the portion of Texas in the mountain time zone), we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

    Multiple awards worth $3,000
    Expected deadline April 2025
    Grade Level High School Senior
    Get Started

    Hopson-Laurent Scholarship

    Offered by The Dallas Foundation

    Multiple awards worth $1,000
    Expected deadline April 2025
    Grade Level High School Senior

    Offered by The Dallas Foundation

    The Hopson-Laurent Scholarship Fund was established in 2010 to benefit graduates of high schools in the city of Fort Towson and Choctaw County, Oklahoma. Preference…Show More

    The Hopson-Laurent Scholarship Fund was established in 2010 to benefit graduates of high schools in the city of Fort Towson and Choctaw County, Oklahoma. Preference…Show More

    The Hopson-Laurent Scholarship Fund was established in 2010 to benefit graduates of high schools in the city of Fort Towson and Choctaw County, Oklahoma. Preference will be given to graduates of high schools in Fort Towson, Oklahoma. Applicants who plan to pursue studies in architecture, art, or forestry may be given special consideration. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

    Multiple awards worth $1,000
    Expected deadline April 2025
    Grade Level High School Senior
    Get Started

    $5,000 Christian Connector Scholarship

    This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

    Offered by Christian Connector

    Easy Application
    1 award worth $5,000
    Deadline May 31, 2025
    Grade Level High School Students

    Offered by Christian Connector

    Easy Application

    Students applying to the $5,000 Christian Connector Scholarship must be current high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, or 2027) interested in attending a Christian…

    Students applying to the $5,000 Christian Connector Scholarship must be current high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, or 2027) interested in attending a Christian…

    Students applying to the $5,000 Christian Connector Scholarship must be current high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, or 2027) interested in attending a Christian university or college.

    1 award worth $5,000
    Deadline May 31, 2025
    Grade Level High School Students
    Apply

    Celebrate The West

    Offered by Western Governors' Foundation (WGF)

    Multiple awards worth up to $1,500
    Expected deadline April 2025
    Grade Level High School Students

    Offered by Western Governors' Foundation (WGF)

    Are you a high school student residing in the American west or U.S. territories whose Governors participate in the bipartisan Western Governors’ Association (WGA)? More…Show More

    Are you a high school student residing in the American west or U.S. territories whose Governors participate in the bipartisan Western Governors’ Association (WGA)? More…Show More

    Are you a high school student residing in the American west or U.S. territories whose Governors participate in the bipartisan Western Governors’ Association (WGA)? More importantly, do you love where you live and have a passion for art? If so, you might consider applying for the Celebrate the West Contest! Each year, the scholarship awards between $200 and $1,500 to 23 lucky students who create a piece of artwork that most thoughtfully reflects an insight about the West or the applicant’s relation to the West. In order to apply, you simply need to email a digital copy of your artwork and your entry form to [email protected]. If you’re passionate about art and have some insights about where you live, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

    Multiple awards worth up to $1,500
    Expected deadline April 2025
    Grade Level High School Students
    Get Started

    Alberta Brannon Memorial Scholarship

    Offered by Oklahoma City Community Foundation

    1 award worth Varies
    Expected deadline March 2025
    Grade Level College Students

    Offered by Oklahoma City Community Foundation

    Are you an Oklahoma resident currently pursuing an education in the culinary, hospitality or food service industry? If so, you may be eligible for the…Show More

    Are you an Oklahoma resident currently pursuing an education in the culinary, hospitality or food service industry? If so, you may be eligible for the…Show More

    Are you an Oklahoma resident currently pursuing an education in the culinary, hospitality or food service industry? If so, you may be eligible for the Alberta Brannon Memorial Scholarship! Each year, the scholarship is awarded to one post-secondary student from Oklahoma who is pursuing an education in the culinary, hospitality or food service industry. The scholarship was established by family in memory of Mrs. Brannon, a longtime Oklahoma City caterer and restaurant owner. If you wish to continue Mrs. Brannon's legacy and pursue your dream career in the hospitality, culinary, or food service industry, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

    1 award worth Varies
    Expected deadline March 2025
    Grade Level College Students
    Get Started
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    How to win Oklahoma scholarships

    From the rolling hills to the bountiful farmland, Oklahoma is the perfect place to continue your educational journey. In order to win Oklahoma scholarships, you need to first and foremost be yourself! This means searching for scholarships that align with your passions and career goals. Once you find these scholarships, you should then respond to scholarship essay questions by detailing how the state of Oklahoma ignited your passion. 

    For example, if you grew up on a farm in Oklahoma, it comes as no surprise that you want to pursue agriculture in college or university! Therefore, make it known in your scholarship application that your firsthand experiences growing up in Oklahoma allowed you to realize your agricultural passion. Make sure to emphasize that you wouldn’t be who you are without Oklahoma! 

    Connecting your uniqueness to the uniqueness of Oklahoma will make you stand out in Oklahoma scholarship applications. Doing so may just help you win Oklahoma scholarships and live out your career goals and dreams in the Sooner State. 

    Writing resources for writing Oklahoma scholarship essays

    In order to write a strong Oklahoma scholarship essay, you will need to review how to start a scholarship essay and how to end a scholarship essay. Additionally, looking over some Scholarships360 guides on common scholarship essay prompts and how to write an essay about yourself can ensure that you are prepared for any essay an Oklahoma scholarship may require you to write. Lastly, review the ultimate guide to finding and winning scholarships to make sure you are prepared to win Oklahoma scholarships! 

    Oklahoma student debt snapshot

    According to the Department of Education, Oklahoma residents owe $15.4 billion in federal student loan debt, with student borrowers owing $31,525 on average – remember this is just in federal loans, these numbers don’t also include private loans! Additionally, 47.3% of student loan borrowers in Oklahoma are under the age of 35. 

    As you are starting your higher education journey, remember that scholarships allow students to take less loans. Make sure that you apply to as many as you qualify for. Keep on reading to learn more about merit scholarships from colleges in Oklahoma scholarships, as well as Oklahoma scholarships!

    Merit scholarships at Oklahoma colleges and universities

    Oklahoma State University

    • Eligibility: Incoming freshmen who demonstrate high academic performance, test scores, class rank and strong essay responses 
    • Amount: $750 up to full tuition
    • Deadline: Admission to Oklahoma State University

    University of Oklahoma

    • Eligibility: Incoming first-year students who have a high GPA and test scores 
    • Amount: $2,000 up to full tuition
    • Deadline: Mid December 

    The University of Tulsa

    • Eligibility: Freshmen who have excelled in the high school classroom based on GPA, high school curriculum and academic accomplishments
    • Amount: Varies
    • Deadline: Admission to the University of Tulsa 

    Oral Roberts University

    • Eligibility: Incoming freshmen with a 2.0+ GPA 
    • Amount: $6,000 up to $11,000
    • Deadline: Admission to Oral Roberts University

    Southwestern Oklahoma State University

    • Eligibility: Admitted incoming freshmen to Southwestern Oklahoma State University
    • Amount: Varies
    • Deadline: March 1

    East Central University

    • Eligibility: Accepted freshmen who demonstrate strong academic performance
    • Amount: $1,500 up to full tuition
    • Deadline: Feb 1

    Oklahoma Baptist University

    • Eligibility: Incoming freshmen with strong academic achievement that have a 3.0+ GPA
    • Amount: $10,000 up to full tuition 
    • Deadline: Admission to Oklahoma Baptist University

    Consider in-state tuition and tuition reciprocity 

    In-state tuition allows residents of a state to receive cheaper tuition for a college or university in their state. Additionally, many universities and colleges reserve scholarships and financial aid for in-state students, which helps reduce the cost of attending college for those who live there.

    Here are a few well-known Oklahoma universities and their in-state vs out-of-state tuition costs:

    University of Oklahoma

    • In-state tuition: $4,920 
    • Out-of-state tuition: $21,486

    Oklahoma State University

    • In-state tuition: $13,920
    • Out-of-state tuition: $29,440

    How do you get in-state tuition? 

    Being a resident of Oklahoma has many perks including cutting the cost of tuition in half for Oklahoma universities and colleges. In order to gain Oklahoma residency for tuition purposes, you will need to reside in Oklahoma for 12 consecutive months. During this time you can not primarily be a student at a postsecondary institution and you must provide your own financial support. 

    Does Oklahoma offer tuition reciprocity? 

    Yes, Oklahoma is a participating state in the Southern Regional Education Board which is a tuition reciprocity agreement between select Southern states. Through this agreement, out-of-state students are eligible to receive in-state tuition rates if they are studying a niche program that is unavailable in Oklahoma. However, the exact specifications for this tuition reciprocity vary between institutions so double check with your intended school that you and your intended program qualify! 

    Additional Oklahoma resources

    FAFSA Guide

    In Oklahoma, students must apply for the FAFSA as soon as possible after it opens (they have “first come, first served” funding). The Oklahoma FAFSA opens on October 1 each year, so make sure you are ready!

    Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education

    The Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education is a website that offers information on scholarships available to Oklahoma residents! They provide valuable details on state-funded scholarships, grants and tuition waivers.

    Tulsa Community Foundation

    The Tulsa Community Foundation administers numerous scholarships specifically for students living in the Tulsa area. There is an abundance of information about scholarships including application deadlines and requirements.   

    Frequently asked questions

    What scholarships are available at the University of Oklahoma?

    The University of Oklahoma offers a variety of merit scholarships including valedictorian recognition and National Merit awards. The institution also celebrates diversity with opportunities for first-generation and minority students. 

    What type of scholarships does Oklahoma offer?

    Oklahoma offers a lot of different types of scholarships both for Oklahoma residents and out-of-state students. These scholarships may include need-based scholarships, merit-based scholarships and scholarships specific to a certain demographic.

    Do I need to be a Oklahoma resident to receive Oklahoma scholarships?

    Not necessarily! Many Oklahoma scholarships may require applicants to be residents; however, there are also many scholarships that are open to non-Oklahoma residents. Ultimately, make sure you are researching scholarships that you fit the eligibility criteria for!

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