For students planning to go to college in Oklahoma, the state has several different grants and scholarship programs to help make school more affordable. Keep reading to learn more about Oklahoma’s Promise, military scholarships, academic scholarships, and others.
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Oklahoma State Grants for College Students
1. Oklahoma’s Promise
Oklahoma’s Promise is a program dedicated to helping Oklahoma students better afford college. Applicants need to meet certain income, academic, and conduct requirements to apply. If granted, the award pays regular tuition at public institutions and a portion of the tuition if the student chooses to attend a private school instead. It does not cover fees or other expenses.
To apply, students must:
- Complete their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
- Be enrolled in the program at some point between 8th and 11th grade.
- Have a federal adjusted gross income less than $100,000.
- Attend college within 3 years of graduating high school (there are exceptions for active military).
- Meet the academic expectations set by the college in order to continue receiving aid.
- Submit their application by July 1st.
2. Academic Scholars Program
The Academic Scholars Program can help students pay for tuition, room and board, books, and other fees for up to 8 semesters of college. The award amount granted depends on the school.
In order to qualify, Oklahoma students must:
- Be named a National Merit Scholar, National Merit Finalist, or United States Presidential Scholar. OR
- Score at or above the 99.5 percentile on the SAT or ACT. OR
- Be nominated by their college for the program.
- Be attending college full time.
- Maintain a 3.25 GPA or higher.
3. Regional University Baccalaureate Scholarship
For students attending a participating public university in Oklahoma, there is the Regional University Baccalaureate Scholarship. This scholarship can grant $3,000 and a resident tuition waiver to the recipient and it can be used for up to eight semesters. Students can gain eligibility by having an ACT score of 30 or higher or by being named a National Merit Semifinalist or Commended Student.
4. George and Donna Nigh Public Service Scholarship
Planning on entering a career in public service? Then the George and Donna Nigh Public Service Scholarship should be on your radar. Awarded on a yearly basis, winners can receive $1,000 to be put towards their education.
Applicants must be nominated by their participating college and:
- Be enrolled full-time.
- Be enrolled in a degree program that will lead to a career in public service (this is determined by the college).
- Demonstrate exceptional academic achievement.
5. And More
Other awards that are open to Oklahoma residents and students include
- Chiropractic Education Scholarship Program
- Oklahoma Future Teachers Scholarship and Employment Incentive Program
- Scholars for Excellence in Child Care
- Teacher Shortage Employment Incentive Program
- Heroes Promise Scholarship Program
- Oklahoma National Guard Educational Assistance Program
- Independent Living Act
- Tulsa Reconciliation Education and Scholarship Program
Where Can You Find More Information on Oklahoma State Grants?
To find more information about the above Oklahoma awards and other college and financial aid programs within the state, students and parents should head over to the OKCollegeStart website. There you can find additional information about financial fitness, high school planning, college planning, career advice, and more.
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5.50%-16.12%* Variable
3.99%-15.61%* Fixed
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Undergraduate and Graduate
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VISIT CITIZENS |
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5.54% - 15.70% Variable
3.99% - 15.49% Fixed
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Undergraduate and Graduate
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VISIT SALLIE MAE |
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4.63% - 17.99% Variable
3.49% - 17.99% Fixed
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Undergraduate and Graduate
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VISIT CREDIBLE |
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6.00% - 13.75% Variable
3.99% - 13.75% Fixed
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Undergraduate and Graduate
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VISIT LENDKEY |
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5.66% - 14.72% Variable
3.69% - 14.56% Fixed
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Undergraduate and Graduate
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VISIT ASCENT |
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3.70% - 8.75% Fixed
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Undergraduate and Graduate
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VISIT ISL |
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5.62% - 16.85% Variable
3.69% - 16.49% Fixed
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Undergraduate and Graduate
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VISIT EARNEST |
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5.00% - 14.22% Variable
3.69% - 14.22% Fixed
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Undergraduate and Graduate
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VISIT ELFI |
