NEW FRESHMEN
All incoming freshmen are encouraged to complete the scholarship application which is section 5 of the Application for Admissions. All scholarships are competitive and may change annually depending upon scholarship funding availability and other institutional factors. Seven semester transcripts and ACT/SAT scores required with scholarship applications. Students who do not complete the scholarship section of the admissions application or who have incomplete applications will not be considered. Notices are sent out to students who qualify for freshmen scholarships beginning in March. Please note that students may only receive one academic or talent scholarship unless otherwise noted. Freshmen receiving a one-year scholarship are encouraged to apply each spring for the continuing student scholarships. Students must be enrolled full-time and be pursuing a degree program.
Academic Scholars Program (Priority date: February 10)
Students automatically qualify for the Academic Scholars Program by being named a Presidential Scholar by the U.S. Department of Education, a National Merit Scholar or National Merit Finalist, or by scoring in the 99th percentile on a National ACT. Student will apply directly to the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education. More information and the application are available on-line at http://www.okcollegestart.org/Financial_Aid/Types_of_Aid/Scholarships/State_Scholarship_Programs/Academic_Scholars.aspx
In addition to automatic qualifiers, three additional Academic Scholars are selected each year by institutional nomination. The recipients of these three scholarships must meet at least one of the following requirements: 1) have a National ACT composite score of 30 or the SAT equivalent and a 3.5 GPA, or 2) have a GPA of 3.8 on a 4.00 scale or higher and rank in the top 4% of their high school class. Student will apply through the USAO scholarship application.
These are four year scholarships maintained with a graduation retention GPA of 3.25. Completion of 24 hours minimum each academic year is also required. Scholarship covers tuition, fees, room and meal plan (if dependent and living on campus). The room waiver is a double occupancy room in Sparks Hall or the equivalent amount towards an apartment in Lawson Court. The meal plan is the 225 meals, or one of lesser value.
Estimated Value: $5,800 - $10,600 per year
Regent’s Baccalaureate Scholarship (Priority date: February 10)
This four-year scholarship is awarded to high school seniors having a National ACT score of at least 30 and an exceptional high school GPA and rank (Preference given to 3.50 GPA and higher). Must be an Oklahoma resident. Recipients of this scholarship must maintain a graduation retention GPA of 3.25 and complete 24 hours each academic year to maintain the scholarship.
Scholarship covers tuition, fees, room and meal plan (if dependent and living on campus). The room waiver is a double occupancy room in Sparks Hall or the equivalent amount towards an apartment in Lawson Court. The meal plan is the 225 meals or one of lesser value.
Estimated Value: $5,800 - $10,600 per year
President’s Leadership Scholarship (Deadline: February 10, 2012)
Four-year scholarship awarded to high school seniors having a GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale and a composite ACT score of 24. Membership in three school organizations plus civic involvement, a minimum of two letters of recommendation and an essay (see essay options below) are required. Must be an Oklahoma resident. A personal interview is conducted for finalists. Recipients must maintain contract requirements (GPA, attendance, leadership positions, participation, etc.) for renewal each year. Applications and supporting documents must be received in the Financial Aid Office on or before February 10, 2012 to be considered. No exceptions. Scholarship is a tuition waiver for $2,900 and a room waiver for a double occupancy room in Sparks Hall or the equivalent amount towards an apartment in Lawson Court.
Essay Options for the President’s Leadership Scholarship. Each PLC candidate must choose one of the following leadership questions and answer it in essay form (250 word maximum) as part of their application:
(1) Why is a leadership position important to you during college?
(2) What is a specific leadership experience in which you had to make a “tough decision” and how did you handle it?
(3) What leadership qualities do you admire in a leader and why?
(4) What is a specific “turmoil” issue you experienced in a leadership position and how did you handle it?
(5) What are your leadership qualities and how have you demonstrated those during High School?
Estimated value: $5,500 per year
Drover Academic Scholarship (Priority date: February 10)
Available to high school seniors having a GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale and a composite ACT score of 27 or higher. This is a one-year scholarship. Oklahoma residency is required. Scholarship is a tuition waiver.
Estimated value: $2900 per year
University Scholarship (Priority Date: February 10)
Available to high school seniors having a GPA of 3.25 on a 4.0 scale and a composite ACT score of 24 or higher. This is a one-year scholarship. Oklahoma residency is required. Scholarship is a tuition waiver.
Estimated value: $2,700 per year
Green & Gold (Priority Date: February 10)
Available to high school seniors having a GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale and a composite ACT score of 22 - 23. This is a one-year scholarship. Oklahoma residency is required. Scholarship is a tuition waiver.
Estimated value: $800 - $2,400 per year
Talent Plus (Priority date: April 15)
Given for talent in Art, Drama, and Music. Available to high school seniors having a GPA of 3.25 on a 4.0 scale and a composite ACT score of 24 or higher. This is a one-year scholarship. Oklahoma residency is required. A demonstration of talent is required through an audition, portfolio, etc. Scholarship is a tuition waiver.
Estimated value: $2,700 - $2,900 per year
Talent (Priority date: April 15)
Given for talent in Art, Drama, and Music. Available to high school seniors having a GPA of 3.00 on a 4.0 scale and a composite ACT score of 19 or higher. This is a one-year scholarship. Oklahoma residency is required. A demonstration of talent is required through an audition, portfolio, etc. Scholarship is a tuition waiver.
Estimated value: $800 to $2,400 per year
Spirit Squad Scholarships
Auditions are required. Scholarships are tuition waivers for one year. Amounts will vary based on available funding.
Athletic Scholarships
Athletic scholarships are awarded through the athletic department.
Fast Track Scholarship
The Fast Track Scholarship is a tuition waiver for the independent study and/or summer term available to any Oklahoma Resident who is a graduate of an Oklahoma high school and enters USAO as a beginning first-year student (earning a minimum of 12 hours each trimester). Students must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 hours during the independent study and/or summer term to qualify. The scholarship waives tuition up to 14 credit hours. The scholarship will be available for a total of three consecutive years if the student makes satisfactory academic progress and remains in continuous, full-time attendance.
Estimated value: $1,700 per summer term
Concurrent Student Tuition Waiver
This scholarship is a tuition waiver for high school seniors who are admitted under the Concurrent Admissions Policy requirements. The scholarship waives tuition for up to 6 credit hours.
CONTINUING STUDENTS
Continuing Student Scholarships (Priority Date: April 15)
All students who have been attending USAO are encouraged to apply annually for scholarships funded by the USAO Foundation. The Foundation has a significant number of scholarships for continuing full-time students given in consideration of a variety of criteria. Most scholarships require full-time enrollment status and a minimum of a 3.00 GPA. See the Continuing Students section at Finanacial Aid Home for additional application information.
Estimated value: $200 to $1,000 per year
Alumni Scholarships
Information and applications are available in the Alumni Office and on the web at www.usao.edu/alumni/.
TRANSFER STUDENTS
All-Oklahoma Academic Team Scholarships (Priority Date: June 1)
Two full-tuition waivers awarded to Oklahoma students who are recognized as members of the All-Oklahoma Academic Team at two-year colleges in Oklahoma and have a cumulative transfer GPA of 3.50 on a 4.00 scale. The two year scholarship is renewable with a 3.00 cumulative GPA. Complete final college transcripts, resume, and proof of recognition required with scholarship application. Scholarship is a tuition waiver.
Estimated value: $2,900 - $4,200 per year.
Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship (Priority Date: June 1)
Full-tuition waiver awarded to Oklahoma students who are Phi Theta Kappa members; have completed an associate’s degree; show academic excellence, leadership service and campus involvement. This is a one-year scholarship. The scholarship is highly selective and competitive. Complete final college transcripts and resume required in addition to the scholarship application. Scholarship is a tuition waiver.
Estimated value: $2,900 - $4,200 per year.
Transfer Scholarship (Priority Date: June 1)
Available to Oklahoma students transferring to USAO. Student must have a 3.00 GPA and be making satisfactory academic progress. Full academic transcripts from all prior colleges required with scholarship application. Awards are competitive and values range according to academic profile. The scholarship is a tuition waiver for the current academic year only.
Estimated value: $400 - $1,500 per year.
NON-RESIDENT SCHOLARSHIPS
Welcome to Oklahoma Scholarship (Priority Date: June 1)
This four-year scholarship waives the additional non-resident tuition for first-time freshmen students who are U.S. Citizens whose primary residence is outside of Oklahoma. Requires at least a 24 ACT or 1090 SAT, and a high school GPA of 3.00. Students must be a full-time, degree-seeking student. Maintenance requires a GPA of 2.75 and satisfactory academic progress. Transfer students are considered based on their academic profile from all college transcripts. Scholarship is a full waiver of non-resident tuition.
Estimated Value: $5,280 to $7,900 per year
Legacy Scholarship (Priority Date: June 1)
This four-year scholarship waives the additional non-resident tuition for first-time freshmen students whose primary residence is outside of Oklahoma, are U.S. Citizens and are direct descendents (child or grandchild) of a USAO Alumni. The student must be admitted under regular admissions, enrolled full-time and pursuing a degree. Recipients of this scholarship must maintain a 2.75 GPA and meet Satisfactory Academic Progress. Eligibility for transfer students is based on their grade level according to the transcript history.
Estimated Value: $5,280 to $7,900 per year
Out of State Tuition Waiver (Priority date: June 1)
This four-year scholarship waives some of the additional non-resident tuition for students who are U.S. Citizens whose primary residence is outside of Oklahoma, are admitted under regular admissions, and enrolled full-time. Recipients of this scholarship must maintain a 2.00 GPA and meet Satisfactory Academic Progress. Continuing students who later earn a cumulative 2.75 GPA for their college work can be reviewed for the full non-resident tuition waiver. Eligibility for transfer students is based on their grade level according to the transcript history.
The scholarship will be awarded according to the following chart, however the scholarship cannot exceed the actual amount of non-resident tuition charged to the student’s account.
Year 1 $2,000 fall / $2,000 spring
Year 2 $2,400 fall / $2,400 spring
Year 3 $2,700 fall / $2,700 spring
Year 4 $2,700 fall / $2,700 spring
International Student Scholarships (Priority Date: June 1)
This four-year scholarship waives some of the non-resident tuition for international students who are admitted under regular admissions and enroll full-time. Recipients of this scholarship must maintain a 2.00 GPA and meet Satisfactory Academic Progress. Eligibility for transfer students is based on their grade level according to their transcript history. The scholarship will be awarded according to the following chart:
Year 1 $2,000 fall / $2,000 spring
Year 2 $2,400 fall / $2,400 spring
Year 3 $2,700 fall / $2,700 spring
Year 4 $2,700 fall / $2,700 spring
