Financial aid at University of Oklahoma?

Hi there, I’m strongly considering applying to the University of Oklahoma. However, I’m a little in the dark regarding their financial aid. Does anyone have any experience or knowledge about the kind of aid OU offers? I’m particularly interested in both need-based and merit aid information. Thanks in advance!

The University of Oklahoma (OU) does offer both merit-based and need-based financial aid to students. They have a variety of scholarships and grants, both for in-state and out-of-state students.

For merit-based assistance, one of their prominent programs is the National Merit Scholarship program where OU is known to be quite generous. If you're a National Merit Finalist and list OU as your first choice with the National Merit Corporation, you can receive a scholarship package covering full tuition, room, and board, among other benefits. Additionally, there is the Regents’ Baccalaureate Scholarship for in-state students and the Academic Achievement Awards for out-of-state students, among others.

In terms of need-based aids, OU uses the information you provide on your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine your eligibility for federal, state, and institutional aid. This could be in the form of grants, work-study, or loans. OU's Financial Aid Services office will compile a financial aid package for you based on your determined need.

While the university does meet some degree of demonstrated financial need, it may not meet 100% of demonstrated need for all students. It's crucial to run the Net Price Calculator on OU's financial aid website to get a clearer picture of what your aid package might look like given your family's financial situation.

Regardless, it's important to apply for financial aid as soon as possible, because some funds are disbursed on a first-come, first-served basis.

Please note the information presented here is basic and may not cover all the financial aid opportunities at OU. For the most accurate information, you should contact the OU Financial Aid Services office or visit their website.