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Oklahoma, known for its wide-open plains, Native American heritage, and vibrant energy industry, also offers plenty of opportunities for higher education. Whether you're a resident or plan to attend one of the state's universities such as the University of Oklahoma (OU), Oklahoma State University (OSU), or the University of Tulsa, there are numerous scholarships available to help make college more affordable.

We've compiled a list of the best scholarship opportunities available to Oklahoma students. Whether you're pursuing an education at a public or private institution, in-state or out-of-state, there are plenty of financial aid options to explore.

List of Oklahoma Scholarships for College

Oklahoma Regional University Baccalaureate Scholarship

$2,917 Award Amount

335 Awards

Deadline

This award is available to Oklahoma undergraduate students who are attending an Oklahoma regional university. Students must have an ACT composite score of 30 or higher OR be a National Merit Semifinalist or Commended Student.

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OCU American Indian Scholarship Program

$32,216 Award Amount

1 Award

Feb 1 Deadline

American Indian graduating high school seniors who have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher OR an ACT/SAT score of 22/1020 or higher and rank in the top 50 percent of their graduating class are eligible for this award. Students must attend Oklahoma City University.

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Texas Bordering States Waiver

$1,000 Award Amount

1 Award

Feb 1 Deadline

This award provides a waiver of non-resident tuition for students from Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico or Oklahoma enrolled in certain public institutions in Texas.

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Oscar & Joyce Whitewing Honorarium Endowment Scholarship

$900 Award Amount

1 Award

Feb 1 Deadline

This award is available for U.S. and international undergraduate and graduate students who are residents of Oklahoma. The student must have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher.

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Jane Matthews Memorial Scholarship

$600 Award Amount

1 Award

Feb 1 Deadline

This award is available to U.S. and international undergraduate and graduate students who are residents of Oklahoma and majoring in music. Applicants must have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher.

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Hawkins / Tuma / Starr Memorial Scholarship

$750 Award Amount

1 Award

Feb 1 Deadline

This award is available to U.S. and international graduates of any Oklahoma high school. Applicants must also be Oklahoma residents, and must have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher.

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York Family Endowment Scholarship

$1,000 Award Amount

1 Award

Feb 1 Deadline

This award is available for U.S. and international undergraduate and graduate students who are residents of Oklahoma. Applicants must have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher.

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Fred R. McDaniel Memorial Scholarship

$1,000 Award Amount

1 Award

Jan 4 Deadline

This scholarship is offered to a licensed radio amateur with a general class or higher license who is a resident of and attends an institution in the FCC 5th Call District. Students must major in electronics, communications, or related fields; preference will be given to students with a grade point average of 3.0 or higher.

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David C. J. Peters Scholarship

$5,000 Award Amount

1 Award

Dec 1 Deadline

This award is for an international or U.S. student who is majoring in engineering and plans to work in the heating, ventilating, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC&R) profession. The applicant must attend one of the eligible institutions and be in the third year of a four year program, or the fourth year of a five-year program.

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LTU Bulldog Out-of-State Fee Waiver for Incoming Transfer Students

$2,000 Award Amount

1 Award

Feb 1 Deadline

This award is for U.S. and International students who are planning to attend Louisiana Tech University as an out-of-state transfer student. Students must have complete at least 12 semester hours of college credit and have a grade point average of 2.75 or higher.

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Bellarmine University Out-of-State Grant

$6,000 Award Amount

3 Awards

Feb 1 Deadline

U.S. incoming freshmen who are not residents of Kentucky and demonstrate financial need are eligible for this award. Students must attend Bellarmine University in Kentucky.

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Becca's Closet Spirit of Generosity Scholarship

$2,000 Award Amount

1 Award

Mar 29 Deadline

Rebecca was a passionate, bright, fun-loving young woman who loved being with her friends and felt that no one should miss a high school event because they couldn’t afford to be there. She saw the inequity in the situation and sought to change things. During the Spring of her sophomore year, Becca singlehandedly collected and donated over 250 formal dresses and helped hundreds of girls across South Florida attend their High School proms in style. To keep Becca's dream alive, countless dedicated people throughout the United States have joined forces to provide opportunities for those who seek them. Although the core mission of Becca's Closet, located in the Festival Marketplace in Pompano Beach, FL, was to collect and distribute dresses to high school girls with financial need, our goals have expanded to offer additional opportunities for deserving young people. In the spirit of Rebecca's visions and aspirations, our foundation raises funds to award post-secondary educational scholarships recognizing the exemplary efforts of young men and women nationwide who demonstrate Becca's spirit of generosity in their own communities.

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Oklahoma Academic Scholars Program

$2,188 Award Amount

2,242 Awards

Mar 29 Deadline

This scholarship is available to U.S. undergraduate students who are planning to attend an eligible college or university in Oklahoma. Students must be a National Merit Scholar, National Merit Finalist or United States Presidential Scholar, OR be an Oklahoma resident and score at or above the 99.5 percentile on the ACT or SAT, OR be nominated by their institution after meeting academic criteria.

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Tulsa Area Council Endowment Scholarship

$500 Award Amount

1 Award

Feb 1 Deadline

This award is available to U.S. and international female undergraduate and graduate students who are residents of Oklahoma and attending or planning to attend a college or university in Oklahoma. Students must have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher.

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KASF Southwestern Region Scholarship

$5,000 Award Amount

1 Award

Jun 30 Deadline

This award is available for Korean-American students who are residing in or attending school in one of the following states: Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma, and Texas.

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OU Academic Achievement Scholarship

$8,000 Award Amount

1 Award

Dec 15 Deadline

This award is for students planning to attend the University of Oklahoma at its Norman campus, Tulsa campus, or Health Sciences Center. Preference is given to students whose household income is between $30,000 and $75,000.

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LITA/LSSI Minority Scholarship in Library and Information Technology

$2,500 Award Amount

1 Award

Mar 1 Deadline

U.S. and Canadian citizens who will have earned no more than 12 hours towards a Master of Library Science degree by June of the award year are eligible for this award. Students must be members of a principal minority group; attend an ALA-accredited school; and plan to enter the library automation field.

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Joseph Hagan Memorial Scholarship

$5,000 Award Amount

2 Awards

Nov 1 Deadline

This scholarship is open to students who are or will be enrolled in an ABFSE-accredited mortuary science program.

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Korean American Scholarship Foundation-Southwestern Regional Chapter

$5,000 Award Amount

1 Award

Jun 30 Deadline

The Korean American Scholarship Foundation (KASF) – Southwestern Regional Chapter (SWRC) is pleased to announce a scholarship program in honor and recognition of 1.6 million American Veterans who served in the Korean War during the Korean War era (June 25, 1950–January 31, 1955). These men and women answered the call to fight for a country and people they never knew and never met. More than 54,000 Americans died and 103,000 were wounded. To express our gratitude to these veterans for their sacrifices, KASF-SWRC will offer their descendants an opportunity to apply for a scholarship. KASF-SWRC scholarship program will recognize outstanding students who have demonstrated outstanding talents and potential for success.

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Arthur J. Packard Memorial Scholarship

$10,000 Award Amount

3 Awards

Feb 15 Deadline

U.S. undergraduate students who are enrolled in a hospitality management program and have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher are eligible for this award. Applicants must attend and be nominated by an American Hotel and Lodging Association (AH&LA) member school.

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Cost of College in Oklahoma

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Before diving into the scholarships, let’s take a look at the cost of attending college in Oklahoma. For the 2024-2025 academic year, in-state tuition and fees at the University of Oklahoma (OU) are approximately $9,886 per year, while out-of-state students can expect to pay about $28,000. Oklahoma State University (OSU) charges in-state students around $9,243 annually, while out-of-state students pay close to $25,000.

For those attending private universities such as the University of Tulsa, tuition can reach upwards of $50,000 per year. Despite these costs, a variety of scholarships, grants, and financial aid programs exist to help Oklahoma students afford going to college.

Oklahoma State-Funded Scholarships and Grants

Oklahoma offers several state-funded scholarships and grants to help students pursue higher education. Most of these programs require completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine eligibility.

Oklahoma’s Promise

One of Oklahoma’s most prominent scholarship programs is Oklahoma’s Promise. This program covers tuition costs for qualifying students attending public colleges and universities in Oklahoma. To be eligible, students must enroll in the program during 8th, 9th, or 10th grade and meet income and academic requirements. Oklahoma’s Promise covers tuition and fees at public colleges and universities in Oklahoma, partial tuition at private institutions in the state, and a portion of tuition at public technology centers.

Oklahoma Tuition Aid Grant (OTAG)

The Oklahoma Tuition Aid Grant (OTAG) is a need-based grant for Oklahoma residents attending in-state colleges or universities. The award amount varies based on financial need and availability of funds, but eligible students can receive up to $3,000 per academic year. The specific award amount will depend on family income as well as the college or university you attend.

Oklahoma Tuition Equalization Grant (OTEG)

The Oklahoma Tuition Equalization Grant (OTEG) is a need-based grant for Oklahoma residents attending eligible in-state colleges or universities. Maximum OTEG awards are $2,000 per academic year. To qualify for OTEG, recipients must have adjusted family incomes of $50,000 or less.

Oklahoma Future Teacher Scholarship and Incentive to Teach Program

The Oklahoma Future Teacher Scholarship and Incentive to Teach Program, also known as “Inspired to Teach” provides up to $25,500 (cumulative award maximum). Eligible students must enroll in an accredited Oklahoma teacher education program, maintain a 2.5 GPA, and agree to teach in an Oklahoma public school for five years. The program provides annual scholarships during college and additional payments for each year of teaching after graduation. Participants must start teaching within 13 months of earning their teacher certification.

Oklahoma Academic Scholars Program

The Oklahoma Academic Scholars Program provides scholarships to high-achieving Oklahoma students attending Oklahoma colleges or universities. Automatic qualification is based on National Merit Scholarship status or high ACT/SAT scores, while institutional nominations are also possible. Scholarships cover up to eight semesters, with annual awards ranging from $3,000 to $6,500 depending on the institution you attend. Recipients must maintain full-time enrollment and a 3.25 GPA. Additional tuition waivers are available for award recipients who are attending an Oklahoma public university.

Federal Grants for Oklahoma Students

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In addition to state-funded grants and scholarships, Oklahoma students can apply for federal financial aid, including the Pell Grant, which offers up to $7,395 per year for low-income students in the 2024-2025 academic year. The Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) offers additional funding for students with exceptional financial need, with awards ranging from $100 to $4,000 annually.

Institutional Scholarships at Oklahoma Colleges and Universities

Many Oklahoma colleges and universities offer institutional scholarships to help students pay for their education. These scholarships are often based on merit, financial need, or a combination of both.

University of Oklahoma (OU) National Merit Semi-Finalist Scholarship

OU offers a competitive scholarship that provides full tuition, housing stipends, and additional funding for National Merit Semi-Finalists. This scholarship covers up to five years of undergraduate study, making it an attractive option for high-achieving students. This scholarship program is open to both Oklahoma residents and nonresidents.

Oklahoma State University (OSU) University Awards

OSU offers several merit-based scholarships, including the President’s Distinguished Scholarship, which provides awards for partial tuition and fees for four years to high-achieving students. OSU also offers the Out-of-State Achievement Award for non-resident students who demonstrate academic excellence.

University of Tulsa Presidential Scholarship

The Presidential Scholarship at the University of Tulsa is a prestigious award covering up to full tuition for four years. This merit-based scholarship is available to top students who demonstrate exceptional academic achievement, leadership, and community involvement.

Private Scholarships for Oklahoma Students

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In addition to state-funded and institutional scholarships, many private scholarships are available to Oklahoma students. These awards are typically sponsored by local businesses, foundations, and nonprofit organizations.

Oklahoma City Community Foundation (OCCF) Scholarships

The Oklahoma City Community Foundation administers a variety of scholarships for Oklahoma students. These scholarships offer cumulative awards ranging from $2,000 to over $20,000 and are available to students in a variety of disciplines, including healthcare, engineering, and the arts. Scholarships are available to traditional undergraduate, graduate, and adult learner students.

Cherokee Nation Scholarship Program

Members of the Cherokee Nation may be eligible for scholarships through the tribe’s Education Services Department. These scholarships support both undergraduate and graduate students and vary in amount depending on financial need and academic performance.

Tinker Federal Credit Union Scholarship

The Tinker Federal Credit Union Scholarship awards up to $7,500 to Oklahoma students who are members of the credit union. Applicants must demonstrate academic achievement and community involvement.

Scholarships for Adult Learners in Oklahoma

Oklahoma offers financial support for adult learners and non-traditional students returning to college after a break.

Oklahoma Reach Higher Finish Line Scholarship

The Oklahoma Finish Line Scholarship program provides up to $5,000 for earning an associate’s degree and $7,000 for eligible Oklahoma students to finish bachelor’s degrees, with a minimum award of $500 per semester. Awards depend on available funding and may vary each year. The scholarship covers tuition, fees, and materials and can be combined with other financial aid, subject to review. Recipients must attend an eligible institution and make satisfactory academic progress to continue receiving funds.

Tips for Securing Oklahoma Scholarships

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Securing scholarships and grants in Oklahoma requires preparation and attention to detail. Here are some tips to help you succeed:

Complete the FAFSA early: Most state-funded and institutional grants and scholarships require FAFSA submission to determine eligibility.

Stay organized: Make sure and keep track of application deadlines, required documents, and eligibility criteria.

Write a compelling personal statement: Highlight your achievements, goals, and why you deserve a scholarship.

Search for local scholarships: Many Oklahoma businesses, community groups, houses or worship, and organizations offer scholarships that may not be widely advertised.

Request strong letters of recommendation: Choose individuals who can speak to your strengths and ask for recommendations early since your peers will likely also be asking for letters.